Children’s Hearts in Christ

Children's ministry is one of the most important parts of the church, as it is at a young age that a child forms their worldview, relationships with others, and, of course, faith in God. The Christian faith emphasizes that children are heirs of the Divine Kingdom. As Scripture attests,

Matthew 19:14

"But Jesus said, 'Let the children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the Kingdom of Heaven.'

Firstly, it is important to create an environment in which children feel free and comfortable. In our church, we strive to organize friendly and interactive activities where children can actively participate. We use games, songs, and Bible stories to explain the fundamentals of faith and help them understand how important it is to follow Christ's path.

Secondly, teaching should take place in the form of friendly communication. Children love to talk and ask questions, and we, as adults, must be ready to listen to them.

Proverbs 22:6

"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it."

We also must not forget about prayer. Prayer is a way to communicate with God, and it is important to teach children how to pray.

1 Thessalonians 5:17

"Pray without ceasing."

Equally important is for children to learn to serve others, as serving is a fundamental part of our faith. When they become a part of our church's ministries, charitable events, and volunteer projects, they learn to show love to their neighbors.

Thus, each of us can become an important "mentor" in the lives of children, showing them how to develop their faith. Let’s together open the hearts of our children to God’s love, so that their faith grows every day, for

Isaiah 54:13

"And all your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children."