Awana Clubs Podcast

How do you explain the gospel to a child? In this episode, Dr. Ed Gossien shares practical, biblical guidance for communicating the good news with clarity and confidence. Learn how to use Scripture as your guide, avoid confusing “Christianese,” answer difficult questions, and help children understand that salvation is a free gift through faith in Jesus—not something they earn. Whether you’re a new leader or have served for years, this conversation will encourage you to trust God with the results while faithfully sharing His truth. Show Notes: YouTube Video: How to use the Gospel Wheel Gospel Wheel printables Video training and downloadable PDFs to equip you to share the Gospel with children, including: Age-Appropriate Ways to Share the Gospel Belong, Believe, Become in Light of the Gospel When a Child Says Yes to Jesus Help is an email or phone call away! Call (866) 292-6227 or email [email protected]. For questions or local training, visit missionary.awana.org to contact your local missionary. The post Sharing the Gospel with Confidence: Practical Help for Every Leader appeared first on Child Discipleship.

(This episode originally aired on 8/26/25) This week, continuing a conversation with Carol Hadjiandreou, Linnea and Carol discuss why being strategic from the start matters. Carol unpacks three key steps that every Awana Ministry Director should take at the beginning of the year: setting a calendar, training leaders, and building healthy rhythms and systems. Carol’s experience and wisdom will inspire and encourage you as you begin your Club Year. Show Notes: Help is an email or phone call away! Call (866) 292-6227 or email [email protected]. For questions or local training, visit missionary.awana.org to contact your local missionary. The post Three Ways to Start Your Awana Clubs Year Strong appeared first on Child Discipleship.

(This episode originally aired on 8/19/25) In today’s episode, Carol Hadjiandreou joins us to share the wisdom that only comes with experience. She discusses what she wishes she had known when she first stepped into leadership and emphasizes the importance of building a strong team. From recruiting volunteers to encouraging them for the long haul, Carol offers honest, practical guidance for anyone serving in Awana ministry. Show Notes: Help is an email or phone call away! Call (866) 292-6227 or email [email protected]. For questions or local training, visit missionary.awana.org to contact your local missionary. The post Lessons Learned and the Power of Building a Team appeared first on Child Discipleship.

How can churches create safe spaces where kids can truly thrive? In this episode, Linnea Sandvall sits down with Curt Hale to talk about the importance of minor abuse prevention in churches and children’s ministries. Together, they discuss practical onboarding steps for leaders and student volunteers, digital safety considerations, and how healthy policies protect kids, leaders, families, and churches alike.  Whether your church has a fully developed policy or is just beginning the conversation, this episode offers practical guidance and encouragement for building a culture where kids feel safe, valued, and loved. Show Notes and Resources: Brite Webinar – “Top 10 Mistakes Church Leaders Make Regarding Minor Abuse Prevention” preventabuse.com praesidiuminc.com protectmyministry.com     The post Creating Safe Spaces for Kids in Our Awana Clubs appeared first on Child Discipleship.

Parents play a vital role in their child’s spiritual growth, and Awana wants to come alongside them. In this episode, Shawna Murlin introduces AwanaClubsParents.com, a new resource hub designed to help parents disciple their kids at home by providing easy access to handbook resources, Scripture memory tools, parent guides, and more—all in one place! Show Notes: Help is an email or phone call away! Call (866) 292-6227 or email [email protected]. Check out AwanaClubsParents.com to see the resource hub for yourself!   The post Introducing AwanaClubsParents.com appeared first on Child Discipleship.