For this to happen, you've got to make a heart connection with them. Once the heart connection is made, it opens the door for life impact.
Here's 10 simple, but high-impact ways, you can connect with the kids you minister to.
- Get to know them personally. Go out of your way to talk with them.
- Listen to them.
- Find out what music, TV shows, movies, and video games they like.
- Entrust them with a specific responsibility in class.
- Let them know who you are. Tell them stories from your childhood.
- Talk to their parents. Ask questions. What are their struggles? What areas would they like to see their child grow in? What are their needs?
- Ask them what they are passionate about.
- Affirm them with your words.
- Be kind and loving.
- Let them know you care. Tell them with your words and show them with your actions.
