Attracting Families with Your Children's Program Prepared by Teachable Heart Ministries

New families… children's ministry is one of the busiest ministries in any church one of the most important factors considered before returning to a church Even families who don't attend church regularly may have strong feelings about wanting to send their kids to a church program. quality= security

Raising the profile of your children's ministry 1)VISUAL IDENTITY an exciting name and logo this "identity" makes children feel like they are accepted into their own special place or group it helps parents identify important printed material coming from the children's ministry

2) INVITING GREETER/REGISTRATION AREA a bright and inviting entrance informational brochures, visitor registration and a greeter, demonstrate that your children's program is important to the church balloons, colorful cutouts, bright signs and other exciting visuals say "welcome" to kids and their families

3) USER-FRIENDLY SIGNS children's classes identified with attractive, consistent signage include easy-to-follow directional signs to classes, restrooms and back to your main auditorium these all help your children recognize their "special place," and makes visitors feel more comfortable.

4) QUALITY CONNECTION TOOLS parent letters "thanks for visiting" and "we've missed you" cards event flyers and promotion give these important tools the same high-quality and consistent look as your other brochures and signs

5) CONSIDER OUTREACH children's ministry events can be an exciting and effective community outreach VBS, Mid-week programs, children's concerts, puppet shows, community carnivals, many parents in your area are looking for children's activities that reinforce Christian values (whether they are church attenders or not!) large banners (indoor and outdoor), postcards, door hangers and small personal invitations