Kids Ministry Calling with Jana Magruder
The Kids Ministry Calling Podcast is designed to inspire and equip kids ministry leaders in every season of their journey! Join us as we dive into heartfelt discussions, practical tips, and uplifting stories that remind you of the incredible calling God has placed on your life. Tune in to be reminded of your purpose, share in the joys and struggles of ministry, and find renewed strength in your calling. Together, we can remember to have joy in our calling!
Kids Ministry Calling with Jana Magruder
44. Teaching Through the Tough Stuff: Tracy McElhattan on Early Childhood, Inclusion, and Faithful Discipleship
Let’s be honest—talking about the hard stuff with little ones isn’t easy.
In this powerful episode, Tracy McElhattan opens up about the real challenges of tackling tough topics in early childhood ministry. From behavioral struggles and special needs to the lingering impact of COVID-19, Tracy shares how parents, teachers, and ministry leaders can step into hard conversations with grace, patience, and purpose.
Drawing from her background in education and ministry, Tracy introduces her practical framework of the Three Ds: Development, Direction, and Discipleship, offering a roadmap for guiding children through life’s big questions while keeping connection and relationship at the center.
This episode reminds us that the hardest conversations often lead to the holiest moments, and that God’s faithfulness meets us in every challenge.
Whether you’re a kids ministry leader, educator, or parent, you’ll walk away encouraged to face the hard stuff with courage, compassion, and hope.
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