In this episode, I sat down with Lynne Jewett, a true pioneer in children’s ministries overseas and career missionary in Guatemala. We discuss her pathway into missions, some of her experiences introducing Sunday school on a national level, great demonstrations of God’s power and more.Resources + Links:Lynne Jewett’s Book: Disasters Ministers: True stories of living in faith through all life’s disastersHOME Orphanage: supporthomeinternational.com*Canadians can donate through their local UPC church for donation credit.

This first episode of season two is an introduction to your host (me), Marilee Locke. I share a bit about who I am, my pathway into children's ministry, and my current role as a full-time director. I also give insight into the purpose, the mission and the future ofThese Kids Are Royalty podcast and ministry resources.Links:thesekidsareroyalty.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@thesekidsareroyaltymissionpoint.ca

In this episode, I sat down with RosaLee Noel Lugue, an Early Childhood Educator, Daycare Director and Children’s Pastor at Life Church in Campbellton, New Brunswick. We discuss how their local church is investing into students, how they are involving all ages in serving, what they’re using for curriculum and more.

In this episode, I sat down with Rachel McNair, a certified counsellor in Canada with a Masters of Education in Counselling and a children’s ministries volunteer. We discuss an overview of mental health, why we need to create a safe environment for students and how to provide support to families when necessary. Resources:Apostolic Counselling Services: https://www.apostoliccounseling.org/The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind - Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind - Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.How to Talk so Kids Will Listen & Listen so Kids Will Talk - Adele Faber & Elaine MazlishBirthing Your Burden in Children’s Ministry - Vickie Oliver

In this episode, I sat down with Danielle Larlee, a middle school French teacher and the CCC Kids Director at Capital Community Church in Fredericton, New Brunswick. We discuss how their local church is investing into students, how she manages volunteers and staffing their departments, what they’re using for curriculum and more. CCC Fredericton: www.capitalcommunity.ca

In this episode, I sat down with Denise Hicks, Children’s Pastor of The Turning Point Nashville and Tennessee District’s Junior Bible Quizzing Coordinator. We focus on Bible Quizzing: the life-changing experience it can have for a family, the roles and responsibilities of parents, coaches and coordinators, and some helpful tips to start your own local BQ Ministry. Links + Resources:Tennessee JBQ (Denise Hicks): TN JBQ FacebookParents Corner: "Parents Corner" - UPC Bible Quizzing | FacebookCoaches Corner: "Coaches Corner" UPCI Bible Quizzing | FacebookBible Quizzing University (Jay Lytle): Bible Quizzing — CLC (clcheath.com)Materials:Junior: BQ Powers (bqmaterials.com)Senior:  Bible Quizzing | UPCI Youth Ministries (seniorbiblequizzing.com)

In this episode, I sat down with Children’s Evangelist and Atlantic Kids Director Mikko Carter to chat about his life in full-time ministry. He shares his path to evangelism and his process of preparation. We also discuss a new initiative in the Atlantic District with a boots on the ground approach to partnering with the local church. He shares his heart for seeing every kid take the next step and encouragement for those working in children’s ministry. To connect with Mikko Carter + JAM Ministries Canada:Facebook: JAM MinistriesEmail: [email protected]