COVID-19 created the need to do many activities virtually. This has meant that, for many kids, the amount of screen time they have is substantially increased. With more screen time comes more risk of exposure to unwanted material. Today Ryan is joined by Melodie Bissell from Plan to Protect to talk about ways to improve your child's safety on the internet. Show Notes Plan to Protect Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and...
Nov 24, 2020•14 min
We've all probably learned a lot of things we didn't think we would in 2020. Adjusting on the fly, adapting to uncertain situations, and overcoming limitations has sometimes been difficult. But we can learn from it! Today Ryan Frank asks Jack Henry about the three biggest lessons he has learned in 2020 and how they have impacted his ministry. Listen in… Show Notes Leadership Recharge with Jack Henry podcast Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also...
Nov 19, 2020•19 min
The pandemic world we live in right now has definitely affected the way we go about doing global missions work. But it has also created new avenues for sharing the gospel, too. Heart Song Global is an organization taking advantage of those new avenues. Today Ryan is joined by Jeff McCullough from Jumpstart 3 to talk about the great things that are happening with Heart Song Global! Show Notes Heartsong Global Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s als...
Nov 18, 2020•26 min
We’ve probably all heard of the Operation Christmas Child program from Samaritan’s Purse. It’s a tremendous outreach during the holiday season to underprivileged kids with the love of Jesus. Every life touched by this ministry becomes a story. In this episode, Ryan chats with Vladimir Prokhnevskiy about the impact an Operation Christmas Child shoebox had on him growing up as a needy child in Kiev, Ukraine. You don't want to miss this one! Show Notes Operation Christmas Child Welcome to the Ryan ...
Nov 17, 2020•19 min
Oh no! It's Monday again. Is that your attitude at the beginning of every week? It shouldn't be, and doesn't have to be. Monday can be a launch pad for a great week! In this episode, Ryan shares 7 practices you can adopt to make your Mondays better and more productive. Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and create like never before. You can subscribe for mo...
Nov 16, 2020•15 min
You know it's probably coming. You just don't know when. What is it, you ask? It's the next time you're going to have a run-in with that difficult co-worker. What do you do? Join Ryan Frank today as he gives some practical advice for dealing with conflict in the workplace. Show Notes The KidzMatter Christmas Store Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and crea...
Nov 14, 2020•21 min
Have you ever considered who would take your place in leadership if you were to have to vacate the position for any reason? It’s definitely something to have a plan in place for! In this episode, Ryan is joined by author and speaker Ricardo Miller to talk about investing in the people who may one day have to take your place. Listen in! Show Notes Ricardo Miller site Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepren...
Nov 12, 2020•16 min
Most people would agree that parents have the most influence in the life of a child, but who has the second most influence? Most believers would say the church. And they would be wrong. In this episode, Ryan welcome Larry Fowler from The Legacy Coalition to the Daily Coffee Chat to talk about the importance of grandparents in the lives of kids. Show Notes The Legacy Coalition Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial...
Nov 11, 2020•20 min
Everyone has at one point or another, started a new job. Whether it's in ministry or secular area, a new job can be an exciting, but also intimidating, venture. Today Ryan talks with Samuel Beam, Preteen Pastor at Southern Hills the Church at City Station in Carrolton, GA. Samuel shares some of his insights on being the new guy in a new position! Show Notes Subscribe to KidzMatter Magazine Pumpkin Shuffle Game Win or Wham Games Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and fo...
Nov 10, 2020•18 min
One of the most valuable things that we are given every day is time. Each of us must decide daily how we use it. But if we’re not careful, we can allow our time to be stolen! In this epISode, Ryan Frank tells us about how we can make the best use of our time and what one of the biggest time thieves can be... Show Notes KidzMatter Magazine The I Love Kidmin Community on Facebook Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and seri...
Nov 09, 2020•26 min
Sometimes in ministry (and in life for that matter) we feel like we have to say yes to everything. When we actually do say “no” to something, we often end up feeling guilty about it. But we can, and must, sometimes just say “no”. Ryan is once again joined by Jim Wideman today to talk about how to say “yes” to “no”. Show Notes KidzMatter.com Ryan's 5 Things Jim Wideman Website Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial...
Nov 06, 2020•26 min
We all need information at times, but are we asking the kind of questions that get the information we need? We need to be intentional about not only asking questions but asking the RIGHT ones? In this episode, Ryan is joined by kidmin guru Jim Wideman to talk about the importance of asking the right questions! Show Notes Jim Wideman website Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will hel...
Nov 05, 2020•25 min
If you haven't heard of the Rice Bowls ministry, you need to know! Rice Bowls is doing tremendous work around the world to feed the hungry and introduce them to Christ. Today, Ryan Frank visits with Marie Victoire from Haiti to talk about her personal experience with Rice Bowls. Show Notes Rice Bowls Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and create like never ...
Nov 04, 2020•13 min
What do you need to do to realize your God-given potential? Never stop learning! Never stop growing! Training plays a huge role in this. Guest Host Sherry Chester welcomes Connie McKenzie, Director of Children and Families at Christ for the Nations Institute, to the Tuesday edition of the Daily Coffee Chat. Listen in! Show Notes Sherry-Chester.com Christ for the Nations Institute Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and se...
Nov 03, 2020•32 min
Time Magazine says that we are living in the age of anxiety. Many suffer the effects of anxiety and depression every day in one way or another. Those in ministry are not immune, either. Today guest host Sherry Chester talks to Pastor and author Trisha Peach about this most crucial topic... Show Notes Sherry-Chester.com Trisha Peach Blog Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help yo...
Nov 02, 2020•36 min
What do you look for in a team member? We are all created different and have differing strengths and weaknesses. Some things are optional from person to person, but there are 3 things that are 100% non-negotiable! Join Ryan today as he share three traits that any member of your team must possess! Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and create like never befo...
Oct 30, 2020•18 min
Looking for place where you can learn from some of the best minds in children's ministry? Consider enrolling in Kidmin Academy! It's an amazing program that can help you grow your capacity as a kidmin leader. Want to know more? Today Ryan Frank takes some time to walk us through the virtual halls of Kidmin Academy. Show Notes Cool Cats & Karaoke Christmas Crowd Breaker Games Step the Other Way Crowd Breaker Game Kidmin Academy Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and...
Oct 29, 2020•25 min
Being a woman in ministerial leadership has unique opportunities as well as challenges. What must woman do to not just survive, but to thrive in their leadership positions? Guest host Esther Moreno is joined by Sherry Chester today to address this very topic. Take a listen! Show Notes Childs Heart Children's Ministries Sherry Chester Website Sherry Chester on Facebook Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepr...
Oct 28, 2020•25 min
Having men serving in children's ministry is so important! And yet, we see fewer and fewer men in this area all of the time. Why? Today guest host Esther Moreno is joined by Kenneth McKenzie to talk about why men are important to kidmin and what can be done to get more men involved! Show Notes ChildsHeart83.com Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and create ...
Oct 27, 2020•25 min
God created girls to be different from boys. Because of this, girls have unique needs and must be ministered to in different ways than boys. What does this look like practically? In this episode, guest host Esther Moreno welcomes in Deria Brown from sparklepink.org to talk about meeting the needs of girls and getting there ahead of the enemy! Show Notes SparklePink.org Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrep...
Oct 26, 2020•25 min
The relationships you have with your ministry’s kids, families, and volunteers are so important. So what can you do to grow and maintain those relationships? Today in the Daily Coffee Chat, Guest Host Amber Pike shares some very practical advice on we can make sure that the connections we have with others stays strong! Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and...
Oct 22, 2020•26 min
Many of us were thrust out of our comfort zones when COVID-19 made it necessary to become tech-savvy on the fly. But technology doesn't have to be scary. In fact, it can be a powerful tool for ministry when used correctly! Join Jack Henry as he speaks with kidmin Pastor Jamey Winters about taking advantage of the open doors technology affords us... Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast ...
Oct 20, 2020•29 min
Look back and remember what life was like one year ago. COVID-19 aside, how much has changed? We all know that change is inevitable and, in many cases, unexpected. What can we do to prepare for what's not expected? Today KidzMatter's own Andy Sargent share some tips (practical and spiritual) for how we can make change a little easier. Show Notes What's Different On Screen Game Game The I Love Kidmin Community Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s al...
Oct 19, 2020•30 min
Do you ever feel like you're just not up to the task when it comes to your ministry. Feelings of insufficiency and inability can ultimately have you questioning your calling. The enemy knows this and will use these feelings to his advantage. Today Ryan talks with kidmin veteran Jack Henry about ways that we can increase our level of confidence in our ministry. Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. T...
Oct 14, 2020•21 min
Disappointments are a given. In life or in ministry, things are not always going to go as we expect. What's most important is our reaction when things fall short of our expectations. Today, Ryan is joined by his KidzMatter Podcast co-host Corey Jones to talk about how to handle the disappointments we encounter! Show Notes The I Love Kidmin Community The KidzMatter Podcast Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial ent...
Oct 13, 2020•22 min
Mega-Con 2020 may be over but there are still things left to do. Now is an important time to make sure that what you learned sticks and is applied practically! Today Ryan Frank shares five actions to take right now to cement your Mega-Con experience. Listen up! Show Notes Mega-Con 2021 KidzMatter.com KidzMatter PRO Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and cre...
Oct 12, 2020•13 min
Parent's today face challenges that their parents never faced. How do connect with and give support to these parents who may find themselves overwhelmed? Today Ryan is joined by Cynthia Yanoff and Jamie Ivey to tackle this timely subject. Tune in! Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and create like never before. You can subscribe for more productivity, and l...
Oct 08, 2020•19 min
If you haven't yet joined KidzMatter Pro, you'll want to listen in close to this episode! KidzMatter Pro is your express to training and free products! Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and create like never before. You can subscribe for more productivity, and life hacks to help you stay on the leading edge.
Oct 02, 2020•14 min
Have you ever seen someone working on a rollercoaster while it was running? Of course not! That type of work has to be done while the ride is down. The same principle applies to ministry in these times of shutdown. Today Ryan is joined by Josh Denhart from LeadVolunteers.com to talk about how to make the most of ministry downtime. Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you thin...
Oct 01, 2020•19 min
Mega-Con 2020 is just 5 days away! Can you believe it? Now is the time to start getting ready for all of the great things that make Mega-Con so awesome. Today Ryan shares 7 practical things you can do to be prepared for Mega-Con beforehand, so you'll be sure to come away energized, equipped, and encouraged! Welcome to the Ryan Frank podcast Ryan is a family man, first and foremost, but he’s also a pastor, publisher, and serial entrepreneur. This podcast will help you think, work, and create like...
Sep 30, 2020•16 min
