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KMC is about Children’s Ministry, Leadership, Parenting, and other various ministry ideas
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Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Every Children's Ministry Leader can have a setback. Most of us that are seasoned leaders have had more than we can count. But, what makes the difference when a BIG setback happens? Your Mindset will determine your bounce back. Take a listen to this week's episode and learn some powerful questions you should ask yourself to make a setback a bounce-forward moment.
Here are the 5 Questions to help you get back on track:
- How do I currently view setbacks? Do I see them as failures or as opportunities for growth?
- How do my beliefs about setbacks impact my ability to bounce back and continue moving forward?
- What steps can I take to cultivate a more resilient and growth-oriented mindset?
- How can I reframe negative thoughts and see setbacks as learning experiences?
- What can I learn from past setbacks that can help me navigate future challenges?
If you need help head over to the brand-new: Kids Ministry Collective Website!!
If you need coaching, want to read a blog, or catch up on podcasts, this website has all that and MORE!!
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Every leader will be in a hard or highly challenging season. "A Valley Season." When you get into those seasons, if you know how to respond they can make you stronger as a leader. If you don't know how to respond, they can break you. Join host Tom Bump, who's also the lead guide at RestoringLeaders.org a mission that serves hurting, overwhelmed, or burned-out leaders.
There are 3 prayers based on Ephesians 3 that can be powerful in guiding you through your season.
If you find yourself in a season where you feel alone, isolated, wounded, or worn out, you should schedule a free clarity call.
Need a Retreat? some time to rest, refocus, renew or restore? Check out what is offered at RestoringLeaders.org
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Children's ministry leaders need to build healthy teams, and there are some vital things we must do as leaders to create a healthy team that is more consistent, creative, and that owns what they do.
How does one do this? Take a listen as host and coach Tom Bump, shares some simple keys: if you do them consistently, you'll see generational impact in your ministry.
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
What label are you wearing? Who gave it to you? Why do you believe you have to own it? Join Host Tom Bump as he shares a personal challenge as part of a new series on Healthy Leaders.
If you are struggling with your leadership identity and need help, check out a coaching journey with KMCcoach.net You can set up a free 30 min clarity call.
Or if you have been wounded or overwhelmed by the labels you are carrying, please reach out. Restoringleaders.org is here to serve you through the hard seasons.
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Many leaders, only know one thing to do when things get challenging. "Keep Pushing Through!" Many leaders are leading at an unsustainable pace and vacations and conferences don't help them reset it. So what do we do??
You must learn to RETREAT so you can ADVANCE! This week's Episode is a special Restoring Leaders edition and Tom Bump shares about an upcoming Restoration Retreat open to ministry leaders and their spouses. (This is a dated episode.)
To learn more about the September 2023 Restoration Retreat or future retreat dates and locations head over to https://restoringleaders.org
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Ever wonder about the power of evaluations? When we are doing events, programming etc. we must learn to ask then right questions to help us grow for impact. Evaluation also helps us decide about the future of events or programming. Join Host Tom Bump as he shares some powerful, pre, during and post event questions you should be asking.
If you need help with evaluation, or feel stuck or overwhelmed with all the tasks, check out KMCCoach.net for to find the help you are looking for.
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
One of the hard decisions is when is a season done for a leader? Sometimes the circumstances aren't clear and one must come to a place to see things clearly. Join Host Tom Bump and his guest, David Reneau as they have a crucial conversation for all ministry leaders.
Check out David's Blog at https://davidreneau.blogspot.com/
If you are wondering how to figure things out, RestoringLeaders.org is a place to get confidential care and support. We are here to help you navigate hard decisions and challenging seasons.
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Are you thinking about your fall plans? It's hard to do in the middle of the Summer and all its events, vacations, and more. BUT, every leader knows they must start doing some things to get ready so that fall doesn't hit them when they are worn out from the summer. Save yourself some exhaustion later by doing a few things now. Join Tom Bump, Leadership coach, and hear some doable actions to set yourself up to win this fall.
Check out kmccoach.net if you find yourself stuck!
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Every team leader knows culture matters. What is your current team culture is it a healthy one? In this weeks episode, Host and Leadership Coach Tom Bump share 5 practical and important principles to help you build and maintain a healthy volunteer culture.
If you are stuck and need some guidance, check out our new hybrid coaching/mentoring program. www.kmccoach.net to schedule a free 30 minute clarity call.
Sunday Jun 04, 2023
Sunday Jun 04, 2023
Are you practicing the BIG 5? There are 5 keys to self/soul care that every leader needs in order to survive in the busy seasons. Neglecting these can push you to dark places. Join Host Tom Bump as he shares the 5 powerful things you should prioritize to thrive in hard times.
If you need leadership help, check out www.kmcoach.net
If you are hurting, overwhelmed, or struggling with burnout, please schedule a clarity call at www.restoringleaders.org
Sunday May 28, 2023
Sunday May 28, 2023
Three is always better than two right? When it comes to leadership, developing others in the right way can strengthen our influence and our ministry impact. So what is really important when we do this? Join Host Tom Bump as we discuss how to strengthen those around us.
If you need help strengthening your leadership, take 30 seconds of courage and schedule a free 30 min clarity call to learn how www.kmccoach.net can help you!!
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
Leadership is BIG! We ministry leaders spend a lot of time talk, learning and developing our leadership abilities. That's great, but do you know there's a "biggie" or BIG E of leadership development? Take a listen to this weeks episode with host Tom Bump as he shares 3 BIG E's of leadership!
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
Have you ever felt like you were stretched too thin? When summer hits it gets even harder to not feel that way. This week's episode, Host Tom Bump takes a look at 6 things a leader can do to not let that happen!
If you need help navigating this current leadership season you're in, check out kmccoach.net and schedule a free 30 min clarity call to see how the coaching/mentoring process can work for you!
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
Have you been struggling with volunteers? We all have right? Join Host Tom Bump as he puts on the ministry coach hat and talks about 10 reasons why people won't serve. It might hit hard but it could be the things you need to hear!
If you would like to explore taking a coaching/mentoring journey, get your 30 min clarity call scheduled today! www.kmccoach.net
Sunday Apr 30, 2023
Sunday Apr 30, 2023
Do you know how to reach Generation Alpha? Do you even know who they are? Join Host Tom Bump and his guest, Janine McNally as they discuss her new book, "When You See Fireflies, Helping Leaders and parents minister more effectively to Gen Alpha.”
If you would like to purchase her book, You can preorder it on https://www.grace4kidz.org/
If you are stuck as a leader, feeling overwhelmed by all the things, you should check out joining a coaching journey. www.kmccoach.net
Sunday Apr 23, 2023
Sunday Apr 23, 2023
Join Host Tom Bump and his guest, Charlie Bancroft, aka."Uncle Charlie" as he shares how a little stuffed monkey is helping children to be brave!! All over the world kids who face trauma of many kinds are receiving a wonderful gift!!!
If you'd like to send a Carlitos to a child or give to Ukraine project, use this link: https://carlitos4kids.com/
**Thank you Charlie for all you do and for sponsoring this episode as well!!
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Do you have volunteers on the brain 24/7? Then this new book can help you find some margin to help you take your volunteer team to a better place. Join host, Tom Bump and his guest, Nick Blevins as they discuss the new book, "Volunteer Playbook"
Sunday Apr 09, 2023
Sunday Apr 09, 2023
Today's culture needs a new kind of leader. We need to have a mindset that reflects the one we are following. Join host Tom Bump for an honest conversation about 3 things a leader should take on for their mindset.
If you need help, kmccoach.net You can get a custom-built coaching journey that will help you grow your mindset.
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Children's ministry leaders are facing new things in this new now. It can be overwhelming and sometimes it can push leaders towards quitting. This episode will encourage and inspire. Join host Tom Bump and his guest Esther Moreno who share's some from her new book, Children's Ministry in Crisis.
Join her Facebook Group: Children’s Ministry Moving forward
Visit Esther's site: Childsheart83.com
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
Is Preschool ministry just childcare?? Can anything powerful happen with the littles? Join host Tom Bump and his guest Joshua Zello an amazing young leader who believes preschool ministry is powerful and vital to all of children's ministry and the local church!
Resources for Preschool Ministry:
- “Show Them Jesus”
- Tina Houser, fantastic books about preschool ministry
- Jean Thomason, aka, Miss Pattycake, great resources and music
- Yancy- Little Praise Party (top tier preschool music)
- Preschoolministryleader.com (good website but not as active)
- Preschoolpastor.com- Josh's website!
Thanks to our sponsor: D6family.com for their support of the KMC Podcasts!
