The Amazing Kids Ministry Podcast
Ministry is beautiful and brutal.
It’s sacred work, but it can also be lonely, exhausting, and messy. This podcast is for those still showing up, the pastors, volunteers, and leaders who believe the work is worth it, even when it’s hard.
Through honest conversations and real stories, we’ll explore leadership, culture, and the ways God meets us in the middle of it all. Because ministry isn’t just about what we do, it’s about who we’re becoming while we do it.
Keep going. You’re not alone.
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Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
In this episode of the Amazing Kids Ministry Podcast, worship leader and long–time church mom Rita Springer sits down with Tyler to talk about staying in love with the church even when it’s messy and imperfect. Rita shares why she still believes the local church is breathtakingly beautiful – even with all the flaws and mess that come with it.
This is not a conversation about crafts and curriculum. It’s about the inner life of the kids pastor, volunteer, and ministry leader who secretly wonders:
“Why hasn’t God done what He promised?”
“Can I be this disappointed and still lead kids?”
“Does God see me serving in this hallway where no one else notices?”
0:00 - Coming Up
1:12 - Today’s Guest, Rita Springer: Loving The Church
6:37 - Fostering, Feeding, Encountering
13:09 - Reverent, But Honest
16:38 - Dealing With Disappointment, In Agreement With God
29:27 - Full Surrender: Getting Over Yourself
34:37 - Explaining God Using Glasses
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Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
In this episode, we're joined by artist Lecrae, to discuss effective communication; maintaining message potency while making it accessible to a wide variety of listeners.
00:00 Mastering the Art of Communication
00:13 The Importance of Audience Awareness
01:12 Distilling Messages for Different Audiences
05:30 The Role of Feedback in Effective Communication
07:28 Choosing the Right Medium for Your Message
11:53 The Power of Double Speak
14:44 Communicating with Everyday Objects
16:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
In this episode, Jim Wideman discusses the evolution and innovation in children's ministry from the 1700s to the present day.
Reflecting on historical practices such as Sunday school, vacation Bible school, and modern innovations like electronic check-in systems.
We discuss innovation over mere creativity and the need for new approaches to minister effectively to children.
Chapter Markers:
00:00 Introduction and Jim's Background
01:34 History of Children's Ministry
08:30 Innovations in Children's Ministry
16:29 Challenges and Future of Children's Ministry
23:08 Personal Reflections and Mentorship 30:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts