The Amazing Kids Ministry Podcast

0:00 - Coming Up
0:52 - Today’s Guest, Todd Lane: Passionate About Leadership
8:47 - Battling Misunderstanding: Dealing With Friction
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20:19 - Delegation vs. Empowerment
28:22 - Investing In The Next Generation
33:49 - Where You Can Find Todd Lane
34:58 - Let’s Pray
What does faithful leadership look like in today’s Church? In this impactful conversation, Todd Lane—executive leader, CEO of the Executive Leadership Institute, and longtime ministry strategist—shares powerful wisdom on leading with integrity, building healthy church teams, and creating ministry systems that support both spiritual growth and organizational strength. From developing leaders at every level to shaping culture in large ministries, Todd unpacks what it takes to steward God’s mission well, lead people with clarity, and build churches that thrive for the long haul. He also breaks down the important difference between simply delegating tasks and truly empowering young leaders to grow, take ownership, and step into their calling. Whether you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or church staff member, this episode will challenge and equip you to lead with greater purpose and effectiveness.
Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus
 

0:00 - Coming Up
0:42 - Today’s Guest, Grant Bieberstein: Getting Into Kids Ministry
4:50 - Time-Stealing Systems, Building Great Tools
7:15 - Common Misconceptions Regarding Tools Amazing Life Offers
9:20 - What Pastors Are Saying
11:00 - Parent+ App Explained
19:44 - Service Builder, APlay, and Aplay Pro Explained
23:43 - What Grant Wants You to Know
25:32 - Final Thoughts
In this powerful episode, Grant Biberstein shares hard-earned wisdom from years of leading kids ministry through some of the toughest challenges churches face today—burnout, disengaged families, volunteer shortages, and the urgent shift from attractional programming to real, intentional discipleship.
But one of the biggest game-changers in this conversation? A parent app that dramatically increased family engagement and helped churches connect with parents in a whole new way.
If you care about raising spiritually resilient kids, building sustainable ministry, and discovering practical tools that actually move the needle, this is a must-watch.
Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus
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00:00 - Coming Up
00:44 - Today’s Guest, Payton Bates: Why Kidsmin
05:27 - Part of A Big Church
10:57 - Leading People Twice Her Age, Building Systems
20:11 - When Dynamics Change
29:08 - Keeping The Ask Honest
33:31 - Casting and Understanding Vision
41:42 - Volunteers of All Ages
44:35 - Final Thoughts
 
Tyler sits down with Payton Bates—his actual sister—and what starts as playful sibling banter quickly turns into a surprisingly powerful conversation about calling, leadership, and kids ministry at scale. Payton shares how a clear moment in fifth grade set her on a path toward becoming a children’s pastor, even through seasons of burnout and healing. She unpacks what it was like leading kids ministry in one of America’s fastest-growing churches—15,000+ people, multiple campuses, and no building, just relentless “load-in/load-out” every week, during the pandemic.
Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus
#KidsMinistry #ChildrensMinistry #NextGenMinistry #GenZPastor #YoungLeaders #CalledToLead #KidsPastor #amazinglife #kidmin #podcast

00:00 - Coming Up
00:55 - Today’s Guest, Renata Redman: How Kids Ministry Life Came To Be
07:29 - The Global Church: Differences and Similarities
11:19 - The Response to Kids Ministry Life
16:00 - Recruiting Volunteers
24:48 - Using Orange Curriculum: Renata’s Experience
28:59 - The Future of Kidsmin: Hopeful and Excited
35:07 - Where to Find Renata
36:04 - Final Thoughts
In this episode, Renata from Kids Ministry Life shares her global ministry journey and a powerful reminder for church leaders: sustainable kids ministry begins with prayer, not panic. Drawing from real-life leadership moments, she reflects on trusting God for the right people, building healthy volunteer teams, and equipping parents as primary disciplers at home.
This conversation is for kids pastors, family ministry leaders, and church teams who want to lead with faith, clarity, and confidence—starting on their knees and moving forward together.
 
Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus
#AmazingKidsMinistry #kidsministry #kidmin #amazinglife #orangestrategy #childrensministry #volunteers #kidspastor #burnout #leadership #babysitting #strategy
 

00:00 - Coming Up
00:48 - Today’s Guest Ryan McCully
03:38 - Growing Up Catholic: Consistency and Practice
06:19 - Finding Consistent Leaders, Making The Ask
10:17 - Casting Vision with Leadership
14:33 - Intentional Shifts: The Fruit
20:29 - Neurodivergent Families: Meeting Their Needs
31:05 - The Why, The Ask, and The Strategy
37:53 - Final Thoughts
Kids ministry is one of the most important—and most misunderstood—roles in the church. In this episode, Ryan McCully pulls back the curtain on the pressure, burnout, and quiet expectations KidMin leaders carry. From parent trust to volunteer care, this conversation challenges the idea that kids ministry is just “babysitting.” If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or stretched thin in ministry, this episode will hit close to home.Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus

0:00 - Coming Up
1:02 - Today’s Guest, Leda Rupert: Her Call To Kids Ministry
4:11 - The Non-Negotiables and The Importance of Training
17:19 - Vision Casting: Safety
22:36 - Keeping Secrets
25:10 - Why Leda Cares
26:07 - Implementing Policies: Where To Start
30:21 - Leda’s Non-Negotiables
30:59 - Final Thoughts
Tyler and Leda take on a vital conversation about protecting children and ensuring their safety within our communities. They explore the non-negotiables of childcare, sharing personal stories from families they’ve worked with and the meaningful connections formed along the way. The discussion highlights the deep responsibility that comes with caring for children, who are precious and deeply valued. At the heart of the conversation is trust—the trust parents place in others to safeguard what matters most. This is a thoughtful and essential dialogue for anyone who cares about children and community.Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus #AmazingKidsMinistry

0:00 - Coming Up
0:51 - Today’s Guest, Andrae Jones: Staying Curious
6:32 - Finding A Balance
10:38 - Leading Diverse Groups: Intentional Shepherding
18:38 - Protecting Culture
22:09 - Reaching Out and Learing
28:44 - Books Kid’s Pastors Should Read
30:19 - Wrapping Up
Kids pastor Andrae Jones joins the Amazing Kids Ministry podcast to break down how he leads a fast-growing, multi-site kids ministry without getting stuck in “maintenance mode.” Andrae shares the practical framework he uses to turn research, trends, and real conversations with families into ministry decisions that actually work—without changing for the sake of change. You’ll hear how he builds team buy-in across generations, leads high-capacity volunteers with clarity and respect for their time, and protects a strong culture through coaching and hard (but healthy) conversations. If you’re trying to grow a ministry that’s both effective and deeply relational, this episode is packed with strategies you can use immediately.Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus

0:00 - Coming up
1:04 - Today’s Guest, Sam Luce: The Start of Kidsmin
5:36 - What Sam Does Now
7:28 - The Importance of Solid Theology
11:38 - Building A Faith Framework for Kids, Watering It Down
19:04 - Teaching Truth and Salvation
25:36 - Formation vs. Fun
31:56 - Engaging Imagination Intentionally
35:54 - Check Out Sam’s Books
In this powerful episode, Sam Luce, a 28-year veteran of kids ministry, unpacks the wild backstory behind the term Kidmin. If you’ve ever wondered whether kids can handle deep truths, or if your ministry is forming disciples or just keeping kids entertained, this episode is a must-watch. Get ready to laugh, reflect, and walk away with a renewed vision for what it really means to make Jesus the center of it all.
Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus
#kidsministry #orangestrategy #parentengagement #kidspastortips #kidmin #samluce

Discover how consistent volunteers, empowered parents, and the Orange strategy can transform your kids' ministry. Amy and Esther share real stories, practical tools, and the mindset shifts that help churches disciple kids and families together. This episode is perfect for any kids pastor feeling stretched too thin.
 
0:00 - Coming up
1:04 - Today’s guests, Amy Fenton & Esther Gray: How They Got Here
7:19 - Unpacking The Orange Strategy
11:09 - Implementing Orange Strategy
13:03 - Biggest Strategy Surprise
17:41 - Benefits of Walking Alongside Kids
19:56 - Parents Engagement
24:29 - Finding The Right Fit
27:56 - Advice To Kids Pastors 
Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus
#kidsministry #orangestrategy #churchvolunteers #parentengagement #kidspastortips
 

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Practical strategies and mindset shifts to help your church support neurodivergent kids, kids with special needs, and any child who needs help finding their place.
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You don’t need all the answers to welcome every child—you just need to be willing 💛
In this episode, special needs parent and disability ministry consultant Diane Dokko Kim shares what it’s really like to attend church with a child with autism; and what makes a family feel truly wanted instead of merely accommodated.
If you’ve ever felt underqualified to serve neurodivergent kids, this conversation will give you some amazing insights, and remind you that God uses your willingness more than your expertise.
 
0:00 - Coming Up
0:41 - Today’s Guest, Diane Dokko Kim: Its Personal
2:34 - Inclusive Church: Where To Start
5:51 - Belonging: Help Us Help You
8:35 - Inclusive Church, Inclusive Culture
13:38 - Final Thoughts
 
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