Children's ministry isn't just about watching kids--it's about shaping hearts, including your own. If you've ever considered serving but weren't sure if it was the right place for you, these ten powerful reasons from real volunteers might be just what you need to take the next step!
1. It Brings Joy to God's Heart
"I serve because I know it pleases the Lord's heart when I serve His church. It's a joy to invest in the spiritual lives of these kids. Seeing their childlike faith reminds me of the faith I need to have in my own life." - Jonathan and Desiree Chamberlain
2. You Help Parents Focus on Jesus
"I serve to shower these babies with love so their parents can focus on the messages of Jesus' love for them. You never know which message they really need to hear that day." - Heidi Arnett
3. It Fills Your Heart With Joy
"Children's ministry is fun! I have never experienced this much joy in my life. Life can be difficult, but when those doors close, I know what our Lord meant when He said, "The gates of hell shall not prevail against it." - Rudy Rubalcava
4. You Strengthen Your Own Faith
"I thought I was serving to help kids grow, but I had no idea how much I would grow, too. Seeing their excitement for God made me crave that same passion." - Alie Santini
5. You Show Kids the Love of Jesus
"I once heard a woman say she believed Jesus loved her as a child because she knew her Sunday school teacher loved her. My hope and prayer is that I can love these kids in the same way." - Kayla Riemer
6. Watching Kids Grow is Incredibly Rewarding
"I didn't expect to love it as much as I do. Their excitement and joy is contagious. It makes Sundays brighter, and I honestly feel sad when my class moves up to the next level!" - Katie Roff
7. You Get to See the Face of Jesus in Little Ones
"I stay because I want to be used by God to shepherd the little ones He loves so much. If you're interested in serving, just begin. God will show you if you belong in this ministry or another." - Janie Avila
8. It Helps You Disciple Your Own Children
"I was drawn to children's ministry because I wanted to learn how to share the gospel with my daughters. God provided in ways beyond my hope--through an incredible community and the confidence to disciple my kids at home." - Kym Oney
9. You Might Discover a Calling You Didn't Expect
"This wasn't the ministry we thought we would serve in! But after months of praying, we stepped in and realized this is exactly where God wanted us to be. Serving is simply about being faithful stewards of God's grace." - Cindy Stewart
10. You Get to Proclaim God's Goodness to the Next Generation
"I serve because when my boys were young, children's ministry meant so much to them. Now, I want to proclaim God's goodness to the next generation. It is an honor and a privilege to love these little ones and pray for their families." - Madge Hollinger
Are You Ready to Make an Eternal Impact?
Children's ministry isn't babysitting--it's discipleship. It's life-changing. And maybe, just maybe, it's where God is calling you next.