Author: Kathie Phillips

Recently, I was asked to review a bedtime book for preschool-aged children and it brought back many precious memories. When my children were younger, either my husband or I read to them...every night.  It was woven into our nightly bedtime ritual and it was one of my favorite times of…

"Partner with parents" is a phrase used quite a bit in the kidmin, student ministry and family ministry world. There are different ways to define what 'partnering' with parents means, but I define it simply as being a parent's biggest cheerleader. I want to cheer them on as they lead…

*Note: My first draft of this post was written before news broke that five Dallas police officers were killed in an ambush attack during a protest rally.  My final draft reflects this tragedy. There are no words, friends.  No words.  For me, there's been more tears than words.  If you…

Bibles are one of those staple items for ministry to children.  (If it's not, it should be!)  Choosing an age-appropriate Bible for children is sometimes a bit of a challenge because there are so many great options out there.  Here's one I'd like to share with you that children will…