In this powerful episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump engages in an in-depth conversation with Kelli Romero, a seasoned ministry leader, about enduring hardships in ministry. Drawing from her own experiences, including the tragic loss of her son to suicide, Kelly shares profound insights on resilience, dealing with grief, …

In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump is joined by Vicki Abbott, a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in children's ministry. Tom and Vicki discuss the importance of having a coach, the pressures of ministry, and strategies for caring for your heart. Vicki shares her wisdom from co-authoring the book '…

This episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, hosted by Tom Bump, the focus is on evaluating and strengthening the foundations of ministry work. Tom introduces his guest, Derek Aldam, the Director of Events and Development for D6 Family Ministry, who discusses the importance of a solid ministry foundation built on Scripture and Christ's tea…

Join host Tom Bump in an insightful episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast featuring Emily Saum, a passionate middle school pastor at Mount Perrin Church. Emily shares her unique journey from a ministry-filled family background to impactful leadership. They did into her contribution as an author in the new book: 'Everyone Does Better with …

Ever felt lost or stuck as a ministry leader? Me too! Join host and ministry coach Tom Bump and together let's chat about 3 ways we can breakthrough the stuck or lost feelings and how to build a solid path away from them into leading with confidence and strength. Need help getting unstuck? Try KMCCoach.net get a 30-minute clarity call!! Need Commun…

In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, Host Tom Bump discusses how ministry leaders can measure their effectiveness and grow as leaders. He emphasizes the importance of evaluation and self-reflection to ensure ministries impact children and families effectively. Tom shares insights from his 37 years of ministry experience on setti…

In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the importance of focusing on core values in ministry leadership. He underscores the importance of the gospel, knowing individuals personally, and concentrating on actionable steps. He also emphasizes the need for leaders to stay spiritually healthy and develop team me…

Want to know how to have amazing success and growth in ministry and last for a long time? You need two things! Want to know what they are? Take a listen to Host and Leadership Coach Tom Bump as he shares 2 of the best things a leader needs to sustain themselves in ministry. If you need help as a leader, check out kmccoach.net If you are looking for…

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, hosted by Tom Bump. In this episode, Tom shares five crucial tips for new ministry leaders to help them learn, grow, and thrive in their roles. He emphasizes the importance of learning from others, handling criticism effectively, creating robust structures and growth pla…

In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the significant role of coaching with Jeffrey Hunter, a seasoned ministry leader and collaborator on the new book 'Everyone Does Better With a Coach.' They emphasize the importance of having a coach and share practical insights on aligning ministry efforts with church …

Join host Tom Bump in this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast as he welcomes Tyler Thompson, a seasoned children's ministry leader and contributing author to the book 'Everybody Does Better with a Coach.' Tom and Tyler dive into the challenges of making children's ministry services engaging and memorable. Tyler shares invaluable insigh…

In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump welcomes close friends Jim Wideman and his daughter Yancy to discuss their new book project, 'Everyone Does Better with a Coach,' set for release in September 2024. The book compiles insights from various leaders and coaches on improving ministry through coaching. Jim and Yancy …

Join Tom Bump in this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast as he discusses five key things every children's ministry leader should focus on to start the new ministry year successfully. Sponsored by KMCCoach.net This episode covers the importance of a 'we over me' mentality, setting clear 60-90 day goals, building strong teams, prioritizi…

Creating a Leadership Plan In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump shares his insights from a recent visit to Camp JoyEL, highlighting the camp's impressive student-led leadership and mentorship programs. He discusses the importance of ministry coaches, strategic growth planning, and the value of intentional leadershi…

Join host Tom Bump as he guides children's ministry leaders through essential strategies for a successful fall launch. Key topics include the importance of early preparation, effective recruiting methods, resource management, and positive leadership mindsets. Tom also highlights the benefits of joining KidmanPlus.net, a membership community for gro…

Join host Tom Bump on this edition of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast as he dives into a compelling conversation with Andre Jones, a Next Gen Pastor from Plano, Texas. They discuss a range of topics including the importance of effective leadership development, and how to maintain innovation in kids ministry. Andre shares his inspiring journey …

The Importance and Challenges of Using Visual Media in Kids Ministry In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump and guest Carl Barnhill from Church Visuals delve into the significance of visual media in children's ministry. They discuss innovative ways to communicate the gospel using visual tools, especially in the digit…

Mid-Year Ministry Reflection: Strategies for Growth and Leadership In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the importance of mid-year reflections and evaluations for ministry leaders. He introduces KidminPlus.net, a membership community designed to support leaders, and emphasizes the value of having a leader…

Do you need to reboot or rebuild your volunteer team? Struggling to find help? It may be time for a reboot or a rebuild of what you do in ministry. Join host and leadership coach Tom Bump as he shares five things he would reboot and rebuild if he were starting out in ministry.由Kids Ministry Collective

Essential Do's and Don'ts for Ministry Leaders In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collector Podcast, hosted by Tom Bump, listeners are guided through key do's and don'ts for ministry leaders. Tom emphasizes the importance of organization, team building, asking good questions, setting priorities, and knowing your leaders. He also discusses the pit…

Tom Bump, host of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, discusses the impact of self-doubt and imposter syndrome on leadership within kids' ministry. He explains how these issues can hinder personal growth, volunteer recruitment, and influence with senior leadership. The episode also introduces 'KidmanPlus.net,' a community for leaders seeking pers…

Confronting Isolation and Emotional Health in Ministry Leadership In the final episode of the Health for Leaders series on the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the importance of emotional health for ministry leaders, addressing the risks of isolation and emotional instability. He highlights the prevalent issue of loneliness…

Join Tom Bump in this episode of the Kids Ministry Collector Podcast as he delves into the importance of rest and mental health awareness for ministry leaders. Discover the power of rest in rejuvenating your body, mind, and spirit as a leader, and learn how prioritizing rest can enhance your creativity and effectiveness. Tune in for valuable insigh…

Join Host and Leadership Coach, Tom Bump as he shares a candid episode about why it's important for leaders to take mental health and specifically create a healthy self-image. Leaders struggle so much with self-doubt and a low self-image that they often overcompensate for it. This episode is going to give you some simple strategies to replace and r…

Join host Tom Bump and his guest Dr. Scott Turansky from the National Center For Biblical Parenting to discuss how leaders can help parents fight digital addiction from affecting their children. They are releasing new resources and I highly recommend all church leaders check this out. BiblicalParenting.org The Technology Wellness At Home Course wil…

In this episode, Host & Coach, Tom Bump shares, important questions every leader should ask to ensure successful and impactful outreach events in kids' ministry. It emphasizes the evaluation of impact, engagement, resource management, content alignment with core values, feedback collection, team resilience, delegation, empowerment, and feedback loo…

Do you as a leader have a community who you can be real with? Do you feel isolated and alone in ministry? Do you know that's dangerous? Join host and coach, Tom Bump as. he shares 3 power positives and 3 dangerous negatives about community for leaders. Check out Kidsministrycollective.com Want to join a community that you need and that needs you? J…

Embracing Change and Positive Growth in Kids Ministry LeadershipIn this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump discusses the importance of changing our narratives, mindsets, and perspectives, especially during challenging times in ministry.The episode also previews the upcoming Kidman Plus membership community as a resource …

Have you ever struggled as a children's ministry leader with your identity as a leader? I think most leaders wonder at times who they are or who they are becoming as a leader. With so many to compare ourselves to it can really impact everything we do and even those around us. In this episode, Host and Coach, Tom Bump shares some critical things you…

Every children's ministry leader needs someone but honestly, you need more than someone, you need a tribe, a group, a posse! You need community! In this episode, host and coach Tom Bump will share 4 reasons and benefits of having other leaders in your inner circle whom you can do real life with. If you are finally ready to invest in yourself and lo…

How is your leadership foundation? Is it built on the right kind of things? What should a Kidmin Leader do to build a solid ministry? Join leadership coach and host Tom Bump, as he shares 4 crucial building blocks for a leader to build resilient leadership on. Charlie Bancroft makes this a WIN-WIN for churches!!! For every $25 dollars you gift one …

Are you asking questions? Do you know what questions should be asked? Join Ministry Coach and Host, Tom Bump as he shares why every leader who wants to grow themselves, their teams, and their ministries should learn how to ask the right kind of questions! Episode Sponsor: The Carlitos Project You can make a difference this summer for local children…

Join Host Tom Bump and his guest, Jason Tilley as they discuss how children's ministry leaders can create a plan that is clear, simple, and effective to help them grow their kids ministries. Jason outlines some steps that leaders can implement right away that will give them direction and influence. You can email Jason at jason@ministryaccelerator.c…

Reaching Generation Alpha with Digital Church: Kids Ministry Collective Podcast In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump talks to Ben Folks about his initiative, Big Kid Ben. Discussing the increasing trend of Generation Alpha turning to YouTube for entertainment and information, they question how this shift impacts th…

In this episode of the Kids Ministry Podcast, Host Tom Bump and his guest Justyn Smith dig into what it takes for children's ministry leaders to use the creative gifts God has given to make deeper discipleship happen each week. Justyns newest book, Kidmin Trust and Pixie dust hs a great resource that every Children's ministry leader should read. Ki…

Exploring The D6 Conferences 2024: A Chat With Tom Bump and Derek Altom on Kids Ministry Collective Podcast In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, Tom Bump chats with Derek Altom about the exciting D6 Conferences 2024. They discuss key distinctions of the two versions of the conference designed for the West Coast and the East Coas…

Kids Ministry Collective Podcast: Strengthening Leadership Through Silence, Solitude, and Stillness In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump explores the importance of silence, solitude, and stillness As we navigate a new year, he challenges children's ministry leaders to incorporate these elements into their daily liv…

Engaging Kids and Impacting Community Beyond Church Walls | Kids Ministry Collective Podcast In this episode of the Kids Ministry Collective Podcast, host Tom Bump brings on guest Rob Livingston to discuss ways in which they can impact their community outside of the church. They talk about partnering with local schools and community groups, and how…

Are you asking the right questions as a Childrens ministry Leader? If we are going to grow the kids ministries we lead and our teams, we as leaders must grow our ability to ask questions. Join Host and KMC Coach, Tom Bump as he shares 10 questions along with 2 follow-up questions you can ask yourself and other ministry leaders. Main QuestionFollow-…

Ever had a Monday where you were ready to throw in the towel? Woke up feeling down but not out, yet? This episode addresses what many in Children's Ministry Leadership encounter, the dreaded, "blue" Monday! Host and Ministry Coach Tom Bump will share some personal stories and wisdom about how to respond and not react to the Monday blues!! If you fi…

Every leader at this time of year should spend some quality time reflecting, evaluating and resetting for the coming year. Are you ready? Do you have a process to evaluate your children's ministry? Join Host and Leadership Coach, Tom Bump as he shares some powerful questions you should be asking. Principle 1: Self-Reflection Prompting question: "Ha…

Children's ministry leaders experience many different seasons in ministry. When a waiting season appears, it can be discouraging or it can be a powerful time of growth. Join Tom Bump and guest Corinne Noble as they have a great discussion about the waiting seasons. If you find yourself in a waiting season but feel stuck, RestoringLeaders.org is a p…

Have you ever wondered about planning fall events, engaging with parents and how to prepare your systems for growth? Well in this episode host Tom Bump and David Reneau hit all these and more!! This is a little longer than normal episode but we decided it was worth sharing! Here are some resources mentioned on the podcast: Need some Coaching? Check…

Do you as a Children's Ministry Leader have an addition mindset or a multiply mindset? Do you know the difference? Join host Tom Bump and his guest, David Reneau as they have a conversation about what it looks like to have a multiply mindset and the impact it can have on your leadership influence and ministry. Resources Mention: How to Create Volun…

Children's ministry leaders have so many things to consider while leading. Oftentimes times we get so focused on leading others that we don't lead ourselves well. Join host Tom Bump and his guest David Reneau as they share some important tips to help any leader get a strategy for leading themselves in a healthy way. Resources mentioned: Chaos to Ca…

Children's Ministry can be challenging every single weekend. Join host Tom Bump and his guest David Reneau, as they dive into their Top 5 Things a Kidmin Leader should know and think through. David recommended these posts: Fifth: How do I choose a Curriculum and decide the end goals for discipleship? https://www.davidreneau.org/blog/2022/09/4-quest…

Do you have a digital strategy for your children's ministry? Join host Tom Bump and his guest Brittany Nelson in discussing her new book: Time To Update, 7 Areas to Integrate Digital Discipleship into Your Children's Ministry. Check out Brittany's website https://deeperkidmin.com/ If you need help with your children's ministry check out the Kids Mi…

This is the continuing Conversation about Building Healthy Volunteer Cultures and Teams with host Tom Bump and his guest David Reneau. This conversation brings in some powerful principles that Childrens Ministry Leaders should pay attention to while building their volunteer organizations. Here are those links to blog posts written by David that wer…

Ever wonder what it takes to build a solid and healthy volunteer team and culture? Join Host Tom Bump and his guest David Reneau as they discuss some important ideas every Childrens Ministry Leader should think through when building a healthy volunteer culture and team. This is part 1 of a two-part podcast. Here's some of the links mentioned in the…

Leadership stress is at an all-time high. Children's Ministry leaders are always discussing how badly stressed out they are. What can we do about it? Join Host and Coach, Tom Bump as he shares some ideas about managing our stress levels and how we can leverage Good Stress, Yes, I said it, Good Stress! Segment 1: Understanding Stress in Leadership A…