We want to join families in recognizing and celebrating the spiritual growth and development of their children.
Milestones are fun, engaging times for children and their parents to learn together about God’s plan for them. Nearly all of the Milestones are designed to last one hour. They all include teaching, but also activities, interaction and memorable take-aways. Families are invited to gather together for this time, usually on Sunday morning during the Sunday School hour. Each Milestone is designed with a particular age group in mind, but they can be adapted for other age groups. Every Milestone includes the parents with the children in the event.
All of the Milestones are designed to help families celebrate the faith progress of their children, and are an opportunity for church leaders to partner with the parents in the training and instruction of their children.
There is no more fertile ministry field than Children’s Ministry. Children have not been hardened by disappointment and sin. They have not been choked by the cares of this world, and they haven’t had years of exposure to the lies of enemy.
Children also grow up so fast, and the window of ministry opportunity is very small! It’s vitally important that we be intentional in the process of bringing them to adulthood as healthy, capable leaders of the Kingdom of God. Part of the challenge in doing this is encouraging parents to embrace their Godly responsibility. That is the reason for the Milestones for Kids!
Milestones have 2 objectives:
1. We want to join families in recognizing and celebrating the spiritual growth and development of their children.
2. We want to encourage and involve parents in the spiritual development of their children.
Get more details about using the Milestones by downloading the free introduction. Click here.
About Each Milestone
Milestone #1: Blessings & Prayer
Recommended for Pre-school children and their parents, and also for new families
This Milestone introduces the importance and effectiveness of prayer in the home, and the significance of intentionally offering blessings for your children.
Elements included: Detailed presentation notes, and ABC’s of Prayer Brochure, Family Devotional Calendar, Prayer and Devotions Coloring book.
There is no charge for Milestone #1
Milestone #2: Worship
Recommended for Kindergarten children and their parents
The Worship Milestone teaches families the importance of worshipping together, at church and at home.
Elements include: Detailed presentation notes, Kids in Worship brochure, Kids in Worship folder, PowerPoint for this Milestone.
Milestone #2 download - $6.00
Milestone #3: The Gospel
Recommended for First Grade children and their parents
In this Milestone, the Gospel is clearly presented, and church leaders and parents are provided with tools to help share the Gospel with children, and suggestions for inviting children to trust Christ as their own personal Savior.
Elements included: Detailed Presentation Notes, Faith Decision Certificate, Gospel Discussion Guide, Wordless Book instructions, PowerPoint for this Milestone.
Milestone #3 download - $6.00
Milestone #4: Communion
Recommended for Second Grade children and their parents
The Communion Milestone explores the history of Communion and helps families understand the significance of the sharing of Communion.
Elements included: Detailed Presentation Notes, Communion Brochure, recipes for Passover foods, PowerPoint for this Milestone.
Milestone #4 download - $6.00
Milestone #5: The Bible
Recommended for Third Grade Children and their parents
This Milestone explores how we got the Bible, and why we can trust that the Bible is true. Families are challenged to study and obey God’s true Word.
Elements included: Detailed Presentation Notes, PowerPoint for this Milestone.
Milestone #5 download - $6.00
Milestone #6: The Family
Recommended for Fourth Grade children and their parents
God created the family, and this Milestone helps families understand their Biblical responsibilities as a family of faith.
Elements included: Detailed Presentation Notes, Family Tree craft, Family Mission Statement Brochure, Scripture verses to be read during the presentation, PowerPoint for this Milestone.
Milestone #6 download - $6.00
Milestone #7: Mission & Service
Recommended for Fifth Grade children and their parents
As followers of Jesus, we are called to serve Him. Families are challenged to reach out to others in mission and service.
Elements included: Detailed Presentation Notes, Sample Service and Mission Brochure, Milestone Project Report Form
Milestone #7 download - $6.00
Milestone #8: Salvation
Any Age–For children who trusted Christ for salvation and their families
This Milestone gives ideas for a “NEW BIRTHday Party! There is a comparison of spiritual and physical birth, and a celebration with those children who have chosen to follow Jesus as Lord and have been born again!
Elements included: Detailed Presentation Notes, Sample Invitation for Families, Sample Invitation for Parents, Sample Invitation for Church leaders, Blessing Brochure, Gospel by Colors Booklet, Growing as God’s Child Booklet, New Birth Certificate
Milestone #6 download - $6.00
What’s Next?
Consider these Milestone ideas for middle and high school students. There is no charge for this download.