Episode 290: Creating Experiences for Kids with Colette Taylor

<div class="smart-track-player-container stp-color-ed702b-ed702b spp-stp-desktop" data-uid="80196751"></div><div class="spp-shsp-form spp-shsp-form-80196751"></div> <p>In this episode, Collette Taylor shares her journey in kids ministry, offering insights from her time at North Point Ministries and other organizations on creating engaging, intentional experiences for children. The conversation covers effective event production, volunteer management, and the creative processes behind delivering impactful messages in ministry contexts.</p> <h2>Colette Taylor</h2> <p>Connect with Colette via <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Email</a> | <a href="https://www.colettetaylor.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ColetteTaylor.com</a></p> <h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Volunteer Playbook</span></h2> <p><em><strong>My first book is out! Buy the book by visiting <a href="http://www.volunteerplaybook.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">volunteerplaybook.com</a> or by visiting <a href="https://amzn.to/43yCluS" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amazon</a>. </strong></em></p> <h2>Episode Notes</h2> <div><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></div> <div> <ul class="Apple-dash-list"> <li>Creating engaging experiences for kids is essential in modern church settings.</li> <li>Kids need to feel seen and connected to their leaders and peers.</li> <li>Transitions in programming are crucial to maintain engagement and flow.</li> <li>Collette emphasizes the importance of rehearsal and preparation for successful events.</li> <li>High school students often play key roles in tech for kids' ministry events.</li> <li>Intentionality in creating experiences can significantly impact children's engagement.</li> <li>The book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Creating-Experiences-Kids-Engaging-Productions/dp/1635702127" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>&#8216;Creating Experiences for Kids'</strong></a> offers practical insights for church leaders.</li> <li>Production meetings are crucial for team alignment.</li> <li>Timing for rehearsals should consider volunteer availability.</li> <li>Planning should adapt to the specific context of the community.</li> <li>Debriefing helps identify areas for improvement after events.</li> <li>Creative meetings require focus to foster creativity.</li> <li>Using fidget toys can enhance concentration in meetings.</li> <li>Evaluating volunteers helps place them in the right roles.</li> <li>Shared notes can capture ideas for future events.</li> <li>Transitioning to new opportunities can be a leap of faith.</li> </ul> </div> <h2>Watch it on YouTube</h2> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Creating Experiences for Kids with Colette Taylor - Episode 290" width="1080" height="608" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2YkELTOek2k?feature=oembed" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>Ministry Boost Coaching is back!</h2> <p><a href="https://ministryboost.org/coaching/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to check out the amazing benefits of coaching groups with Ministry Boost.</a></p> <h2>Get An Email When Each New Episode Comes Out</h2> <p>Use the form below to subscribe to my email list where you’ll get an email each Tuesday when a new podcast comes out.<br /> <script src="https://ministry-boost.ck.page/894c7a7be4/index.js" async="" data-uid="894c7a7be4"></script></p> <h2>Subscribe | Share | Rate | Comment</h2> <p>To make sure you never miss a post, hit the subscribe button in <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/nick-blevins-family-ministry/id1114357026" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://play.google.com/music/m/I5jepv5xvtrr4g5ehddm4usvy2y?t=Nick_Blevins_Family_Ministry_Podcast_Children__Youth__Students__NextGen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Google Play</a>, <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=90266&refid=stpr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stitcher</a>, or <a href="http://tunein.com/radio/Nick-Blevins-Family-Ministry-Podcast-p877774/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tune In</a> radio. Keep your friends and co-workers up-to-date as well by sharing it with them via email or social media.</p> <h2>Special Sponsor: Clearstream</h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This episode is sponsored by Clearstream. <a href="https://clearstream.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Clearstream.io</a> works with thousands of churches worldwide and integrates with tools your church already uses such as MailChimp, Church Community Builder, Rock RMS, Planning Center, and more. You can get started on a free-trial, and if you're with a new church plant under 1 year old can use Clearstream free for 12 months.</span></p>