"...and a little child shall lead them."
Isaiah 11:6 (ESV)
Christ Community Church values children. For that reason, we need an active children's ministry which can communicate the glory and value of God to the youngest of children. Beyond that, younger families are not likely to make a church which does not minister to their children their church home.
But, in spite of this, as we bang the drum for people to step up and volunteer to serve these children and their families, you may yet wonder, "Why me?"
Reason #4 - You may help to reach unchurched parents.
Just because a parent is bringing their child to church, does not mean that parent is a Christ follower. They may be coming due to the invitation of a friend. Their attendance may be based on their connection to the church community. And, sometimes, it is a friend or grandparent who is bringing the child.
In any case, as our ministry impacts the child, there is the possibility of that influence carrying over to the parents. The child's connection to our ministry may be the thing that keeps the parent coming back. There is a chance that a child sharing what he or she learned in Kids' World may plant a seed in that parent's heart. As you teach the child, you may be indirectly evangelizing the parent.
I came to Christ at eighteen. This and a great deal of other transitions in my life initially lead to conflict with my parents. But, in time, both of my parents began attending church, and -- eventually -- were baptized. A ministry connected to me, and ended up saving my parents.
Think about it.
Pastor Jason