“Children’s ministry is anything and everything we do to serve children as they walk on the spiritual journey.”

David Csinos and Ivy Beckwith

The theology of kids ministry

In this class, we'll explore how best to reflect God in the way we see children, care for them and support their faith. Annette Osborne equips the Church to weave faith into the lives of our children, as a wider church whānau, on a journey of following Jesus together.
Childrens Ministry expert Annette Osborne smiles in front of a colourful background

Holistic approach

Whether you are new to children’s ministry or you have many years of experience, this class will help us focus on the expansive view of children’s ministry, and how we can love, serve and see children as God sees them.
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Course curriculum

  • 1

    The Task of Children's Ministry

    • The Task of Children's Ministry

    • Course Notes: Resources
  • 2

    Authentic Spirituality

    • Authentic Spirituality
  • 3

    Formational Discipleship

    • Formational Discipleship
  • 4

    The Theology of Childhood

    • The Theology of Childhood
  • 5

    Children as Theologians

    • Children as Theologians
  • 6

    Living Stories

    • Living Stories
  • 7

    Honest Questions

    • Honest Questions
  • 8

    Meaningful Participation

    • Meaningful Participation
  • 9

    Radical Hospitality

    • Radical Hospitality
  • 10

    The Whole Child

    • The Whole Child

    • Course Notes
  • 11

    Congratulations

    • Congratulations
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