2027 Breakouts

Teachers have superpowers that really connect with kids, but they have not discovered them yet. Learn the amazing things you can do that will lead kids to better participation and relationships with you and others.

Leaders will have great fun playing these Bible games and take back fresh fun ideas to share with kids and better equip them with Bible skills they will use for a lifetime. Games will include learning Books of the Bible, Bible verses, and more. Most games include physical movement suitable for any classroom. Be ready to play!

No form of discipline will ever be effective if the only time you have together is about correction and discipline. Learn how to connect with your child and see your hearts be knitted together through these simple steps you can take.

Stressed out and overwhelmed by distracted, chatty, and high-energy kids? We'll identify common disruptive behaviors and consider intentional teaching strategies that solve classroom management problems. You'll walk away with a little more confidence, a little more strategy, and a lot more grace!

Tired of being ghosted by not-so-committed volunteers? Get ready to give your volunteers a flight plan that helps them soar to success! We'll explore onboarding best practices and consider how to sustain a healthy and faithful volunteer culture. Walk away with a fresh perspective on volunteer retention and practical processes to try right away.

Team building, Bible learning, energy burning games! They're easy to coordinate and are perfectly adaptable for any meeting, any lesson, any time! Each game comes complete with rules and objectives. Every game is tried, tested and given the "Seal of Approval" by kids of all ages.

The reality is that we are losing an entire generation to a lack of leadership by example in the home and church. Learn what can be done to change this trend.

Let the sparks of creativity fly as you engage in this hands-on practical and exciting breakout session. You'll be on the edge of your seat as you learn new, time tested lessons that will energize your worship, teaching and activities.

Discover how you can create a team of passionate, dedicated people that moves your ministry from regression to multiplication.

Kids ministry leaders have a remarkable opportunity to help ground the children in their care in the truth. Yet, if we are not intentional during the early years, these children will easily fall prey to the lies of our culture, even within the walls of our churches. This session explores four common lies targeting the kids in our ministries and how to wisely and biblically combat them.

A passion for teaching Scripture to the children in our care is a good thing. But it is easy to make big mistakes in such instruction that push children away from Christianity, rather than leading them to the truth. This session explores several common mistakes we make in our Bible instruction, how to avoid them, and how to lead the children in our care to handle God's Word rightly.

Let's move from doing ministry alone to building healthy, effective teams. Through real-life stories, humor, and biblical principles, participants will learn how to recruit intentionally, train clearly, care consistently, and release leaders with confidence.

Family discipleship doesn't happen by accident. In this breakout, we'll explore how churches can shift to a family-style event approach that equips parents to disciple at home.

Children, even preschool-aged children, are capable of understanding complex theological concepts, such as atonement, propitiation, justification, and more. This breakout will give you practical tools to deepen children's understanding of theology by creatively and engagingly teaching it.

AI is rapidly reshaping how we create, communicate, and lead—and ministry is no exception. In this session, we'll explore what AI is, why it matters for the Church, and how ministry leaders can use it wisely and responsibly. You'll discover practical ways to use AI for communication, graphic design, video creation, and ministry workflows, while also addressing the real dangers and ethical considerations that come with this powerful technology.

Learn how ministry leaders can use Canva to create sermon graphics, social media posts, presentation slides, and promotional materials-without needing a design background. We'll walk through simple workflows, brand setup, templates, and time-saving tips that help communicate clearly and consistently.

Family worship doesn’t have to look like a sermon, it looks like real life. Yet for many families, worship in the home feels out of reach. We'll explore why family worship matters, why it's often missing, and how ministry leaders can champion it with practical, doable ideas that make faith formation part of everyday lfie through prayer, Scripture, and worship.

Who says ministry can't be fun? From Christmas and Easter celebrations to midweek family nights, summer kickoffs, or even daddy/daughter date night, learn how to plan creative events for any size, budget, or season. You'll leave with ready-to-use templates, ideas, and a simple planning framework that makes every event intentional, faith filled, stress free and full of joy.

Do you know how to praise and correct your students effectively? Learn about how to encourage children with character-based praise and correction to bring about lasting growth in your students.

Are your stories boring? Put your story through this 8-step checklist to ensure that the stories you tell your students are riveting every time.

Deepening a child's faith starts with writing God's Word on their hearts. Move beyond rote memorization to foster a genuine love for the Bible by using these creative, high-energy games and interactive activities designed to make scripture memorization both impactful and enjoyable.

Examine the effectiveness of your current children's worship environment. This deep dive focuses on the theology and practical execution of elementary worship. We will discuss essential program components and diverse creative approaches to help you move from repetitive cycles to intentional, goal-oriented ministry.

In our interactions with others, we are continually throwing seeds into the soil of their lives through our words and actions. If we are intentional about this, we can speak truth into their lives which God will use for decades and even generations to come. Poignant, personal, true parenting stories are used to illustrate this truth.

God sees everything about every person - past, present, and future - far better than each person can even see him/herself. How can we begin to view others the way that God does? At the end of the day, that is the only truly accurate way to see everyone. It turns out that if we are able to do that, our compassion for others will increase dramatically.

Preteens are navigating big questions and growing independence, all while still loving fun. Learn how to create small group environments that balance energy and depth, helping 4th-5th graders feel known, heard, and challenged in their faith.

Keeping a room full of kids engaged can feel overwhelming - but it doesn’t have to be. This workshop offers practical, ready-to-use strategies to capture attention, maintain energy, and create meaningful moments in large group environments.

Has your ministry started to feel heavier? What if reenergizing has less to do with new systems and more to do with a paradigm shift? Lighter, life-giving ministry is possible!

How do you explain deep biblical truths in ways children can understand and remember? This interactive workshop will equip you with practical tools for teaching core Christian doctrines in age-appropriate, engaging, and biblically faithful ways.

Challenging behavior is often a form of communication, signaling an unmet need rather than intentional defiance. In this breakout session, participants will explore the connection between behavior and the sensory systems, gaining a deeper understanding of how sensory processing impacts attention, regulation, learning, and classroom participation.