Kids Ministry Collective

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Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep10- How to Care for...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/10/04

When was the last time you checked on the health of your heart—not just your children's ministry?In Episode 10, Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vicki talk honestly about ministry burnout: the warning signs, why it happens even to faithful leaders, and five practical ways to stay spiritually and emotionally healthy for the long haul—going vertical, staying in the Word, not doing ministry alone, setting real boundaries, and remembering why you were called. Plus three reflection questions to take with you this

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43:59

Kids Ministry Collective Podcast S3Ep9 Why Sunday...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/09/27

Are you feeling overwhelmed in your ministry, crashing every Sunday? Join Tom Bump, Cole Rice, and Vicki Abbott on this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast as they unpack the critical conversation about maintaining a sustainable pace in ministry. Discover how to transform that dreaded Sunday crash into a powerful momentum for your calling, ensuring you’re not just surviving but thriving in your role. In this episode, Tom shares his personal experiences of crashing after each Sunday service and how

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39:52

Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep8- How Do I Do What...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/09/20

Are you overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list? In this episode of the KMC Podcast, Vicki, Tom, Cole, and Ben tackle the pressing question: How do we determine what truly deserves our attention? Join us as we explore the complexities of prioritizing tasks in a ministry setting, where everything feels urgent but not necessarily important. Vicki sets the stage, questioning how we can sift through the chaos of responsibilities. Tom shares his insights on the dangers of letting others dictate our

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40:16

Kids Ministry Collective S.3 Ep7- Task Management &...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/09/13

Your inbox is chaos. Your to-do list never ends. And you're carrying tasks that shouldn't be yours.In this episode, the KMC Coaches get real about neglected tasks, email overload, and procrastination—and why they're actually leadership issues, not character flaws. We share our own struggles, dig into why prioritization feels impossible when you're juggling everything, and walk through practical strategies that actually work. But here's the thing: time management isn't a destination. It's a journey

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39:50

Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep6 Why Kidmin...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/09/06

Procrastination isn't a character flaw. It's a signal.In this episode, we're getting real about why kids ministry leaders procrastinate—especially when energy is low and the tasks feel endless. Cole Rice opens up about his own procrastination struggles and how they drain his leadership energy. But here's the thing: once you understand why you're avoiding tasks, you can actually do something about it. We explore the real factors behind procrastination: How energy levels directly impact your

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41:56

Kids Ministry Collective S3.Ep5- Recruiting Clarity:...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/08/30

What You'll Learn in This EpisodeYou're running your kids ministry on fumes—short-staffed, stretched thin, and wondering where your next volunteer is coming from. This episode is for you. We dig into the real challenges of recruiting and retaining volunteers in children's ministry without burning yourself out in the process. Learn practical strategies Nicole Brutosky and our team use to move from constantly asking for help to actually building a team that stays. Topics covered: Why volunteers quit

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41:29

Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep4 How to Invite, Not...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/08/23

In this episode, the KMC Teach discuss the importance of inviting volunteers to serve in children's ministry rather than simply asking them. They explore the ineffectiveness of mass appeals and share research-backed strategies for personal engagement.The conversation includes personal anecdotes and success stories that highlight the positive impact of direct invitations on volunteer participation. Listen in and get some practical and sustainable ideas to help you get the right people on your

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39:24

Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep.3 Why Recruiting Isn't...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/08/16

In this episode, Tom Bump, Cole Rice, and Vicki Abbott discuss the challenges of volunteer recruitment and retention in church ministries.They emphasize the importance of understanding the difference between recruiting new volunteers and retaining existing ones. The conversation highlights key questions leaders should ask themselves to improve their volunteer culture and the significance of creating a culture of celebration to enhance retention. Want to get some help with your recruitment plan? We

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40:10

Kids Ministry Collective S3 Ep2- Why Kids Ministry...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/08/09

Volunteers rarely quit because of the kids — they quit because of what's (or isn't) happening around them. We're getting honest about the real reasons children's ministry volunteers walk away, and what actually builds a team that stays.Want someone to talk to about this? Kidsministrycollective.com

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28:07

Kids Ministry Collective Season 3 Episode 1- How Do...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/08/02

In this episode, the KMC Team welcomes listeners back to the KMC Collective Podcast for Season 3, discussing their commitment to the kids' ministry community and previewing upcoming topics. They delve into the importance of building confidence in leadership, sharing personal experiences with imposter syndrome and the challenges of people-pleasing.The conversation reflects on highlights from Season 2 and emphasizes the need for community engagement and open dialogue among leaders. In this episode,

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50:19

Kids Ministry Collective S2. Ep.40- How To Look Back...

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2026/07/12

In episode 40 of season two of the KMC Collective Podcast, Tom, Ben, Vickie, and Ron celebrate passing 375 episodes and major growth milestones, including nearly 180,000 downloads, 25,000 listeners across 100 countries, and early YouTube traction.Tom shares his ministry background, including decades of pastoral work and a passion for supporting burned-out leaders through Restoring Leaders, while Ron recounts his 30 years in kids ministry and his ongoing behind-the-scenes role in KMC. Ron highlights

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Kids Ministry Collective S2. Ep 39- Kids Worship as...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/07/05

What if your kids worship time was doing far more than filling a slot in your service? In this episode, we sit down with Dylan Arms — kids worship songwriter, worship director at Springwell Church, and creator of Dylan Arms Kids Worship — to talk about how worship is one of the most powerful discipleship tools you have in children's ministry. Dylan shares why he believes kids were made to worship just like the rest of us — and how the biggest misconception in the Church is treating kids worship as

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Kids Ministry Collective S2. Ep38 What I Wish I Knew...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/06/27

Nobody tells you what you're actually signing up for when you say yes to kids ministry. The confetti, the costumes, and the camp stories look great from the outside — but what happens behind the curtain? In this episode, Tom, Cole, and Vicky get refreshingly honest about their calling, their biggest ministry mistakes, and the lessons that shaped them into the leaders they are today. From Cole's leap from volunteer to multi-site programming director before finishing college, to Tom's life-changing

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37:51

Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep37- Kids in Big Church:...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/06/21

Should kids be in the main worship service — or not? It's one of the most emotionally charged questions in kids ministry, and the KMC Collective team is diving in headfirst.In this episode, Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vickie unpack the real conversation happening inside the Kids Ministry Collective Facebook group around kids in big church — and they're not here to hand you one right answer. Because honestly? There isn't one. The team walks through the three primary models churches use — full kids church,

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39:24

Kids Ministry Collective Podcast- S2 Ep 36- How To...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/06/14

When was the last time you took a Sunday off? If the honest answer is never — this episode is for you. In this candid and deeply practical conversation, Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vicki get real about one of the most common traps in kids ministry: building a ministry that only runs when you show up. They share their own confessions, their burnout stories, and the mindset shifts that changed everything. Here's what's covered in this episode: The team dives into why kids ministry leaders struggle to step

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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep35- How to Avoid Summer...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/06/07

Summer doesn't slow down for kids ministry — and the pressure to keep going can quietly drain even the best leaders.In this episode, Tom, Ben, and Vicki talk honestly about what summer really feels like: the comparison trap, volunteer fatigue, VBS planning stress, and how to protect your mindset when every other ministry around you seems to be taking a break. You'll walk away with a practical framework to shift from survival mode to sustainable leadership — including the "Day One, Week One"

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Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep34 Confetti and...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/05/31

On the KMC Collective Podcast, the team discusses why celebrating kids ministry milestones—especially promotion weekends like Move Up Sunday—matters for children and parents, and emphasizes being intentional and consistent rather than extravagant. They compare different promotion timing approaches (beginning of summer vs. end of summer/fall) and share practical celebration ideas such as preview weekends, gradual transitions, a “slide into your new grade” event, inflatables, photo booths,

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37:18

Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep33 How to Finish Your...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/05/24

You've been leading hard since September. The end of the ministry year is right there — but finishing well takes more than just surviving.Join Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vicki as they sit down and get honest about what May actually feels like — the exhaustion, the wins, and the real failures that taught them the most. Cole shares what it's like to lose a key volunteer mid-season and carry the weight. Ben opens up about a two-year burnout season and why five minutes recalibrating with Jesus can save your

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39:10

Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep 32- Tools That Make...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/05/17

You weren't meant to lead kids ministry alone — and this episode is your wake-up call to stop trying.In Part 2 of our "Tools for Kids Ministry Leaders" series, Tom, Cole, Ben, and Vickie get real about the tools that aren't apps or calendars — they're people. If you caught Part 1 (featuring the legendary Jim Wideman), you already know the power of systems and AI. Now we're going deeper into the human side of leading well. The conversation kicks off with Ben sharing what he's learned at his new

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47:18

Kids Ministry Collective S2 Ep31- How to Lead,...

Kids Ministry Collective ·

2026/05/09

What does it really take to lead in children's ministry for the long haul — and actually enjoy it? In this episode of the KMC Collective Podcast, the team sits down with legendary children's ministry leader Jim Wideman, who brings more than 50 years of hands-on experience to the conversation. From his early days watching Bozo's Circus for programming ideas to introducing children's ministry concepts to Australia, Jim has seen — and shaped — virtually every era of modern kids ministry. Want to

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