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May 4, 2010
Designing Your Children's Ministry Space

Five things to keep in mind.

 By Lynn Schutt

1. Keep it Relevant

When designing your children's area, you want something that's going to last longer than the last popular cartoon character. Keep it fresh for years to come with themes that are timeless and captivating to any child, such as nature or local landmarks. Or consider using materials that allow for changes in your displays with each new season or round of VBS.

2. Align with Your Church's DNA

For a children's ministry to be effective, the church as a whole needs to be in synch. First comes understanding your church and the DNA that makes them who they are. Then it's time to carry out that unique mission in your children's ministry, maybe even incorporating it into your theming.

3. Pay Attention to Detail

It's all in the little things. Explore new materials, such as acrylic panels that act as display cases, carpeting that comes to life as part of the theme, or surfaces that children can touch and interact with. And never underestimate lighting. By adjusting its position, type, or even color, something as simple as lighting can change the entire atmosphere of the room.

Read the rest of Lynn's article on Aspen Group Blog.



posted by By Lynn Schutt at 7:55 AM on May 4, 2010 | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0)

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