Where can I see samples of the activity book, Leader’s Guide, videos, music CDs and other DC4K kit items?
- Children’s activity book: Download sample activity book pages.
- Leader’s Guide: Download sample session schedule and lesson plan from the Leader’s Guide.
- Videos: View clips from the videos.
- Music CDs: Listen to sample songs.
- Storybook: Read a portion from the read aloud storybook.
- Leader training video: View a segment of this video.
- Other kit items: View other visual aids included in your kit.
Where can I see a sample session schedule and sample lesson plan?
You can view a sample session schedule here. Download a sample lesson plan here.
Do I have to be a trained counselor to run DC4K?
No, you don’t. DC4K is designed to be run by lay volunteers. We provide several training tools and personalized assistance. Your role is to host the group, facilitate the discussion and activities, and help the children feel safe and comfortable. And we provide step-by-step instructions on how to do that. Plus, you can always talk to one of our DC4K consultants, and they’ll give you personalized tips on how to facilitate your group.
Who will come to our DC4K group?
DivorceCare for Kids will clearly minister to children within your church whose parents are experiencing separation or divorce, but it also holds a much larger potential for ministry throughout your community. Once you make your group known, it’s likely that about 85% of the children who come to your group will come from outside your church. Most significantly, half will not be churchgoers and will not be followers of Christ. DC4K represents a tremendous outreach and evangelism tool for your church!
How will we get people to come to our DC4K group?
Your DC4K kit includes an extensive array of promotional strategies and tools to help you launch with success and grow your program once it is underway.
Where will I find leaders to help me run DC4K?
Here are people you might consider:
- Adult children of divorce who are emotionally and spiritually healthy
- Single parents who have recovered from their own divorce
- Senior adults who have children experiencing a divorce
- Grandparents who want to help other people’s grandchildren find comfort
- Schoolteachers and child care staff
- People who have a passion and God-given talents to assist children and help them grow in the Lord
The DC4K Leader’s Guide and online articles provide detailed information on recruiting and training effective leaders, including a leader evaluation form to help you have a better knowledge of the people you are considering.
Am I qualified to be a DC4K leader?
As we mentioned before, you don’t have to be a trained counselor to lead DC4K. But leaders need to evaluate themselves to see if they’re ready to lead. So we’ve created a profile of the person who is. Use it to determine your readiness.
If I don’t like DC4K, may I return it?
Certainly! Once you receive your kit, you have 30 days to return it. Here’s more on our 30-day, no-risk, guarantee policy.
When does the 30-day guarantee go into effect?
Your 30-day guarantee goes into effect the day your kit arrives. Here’s more information on our no-risk, 30-day guarantee.
What’s the best way to present DC4K to my pastor?
We suggest you schedule a 30-minute meeting with your pastor. Use that session to explain what DC4K is and why you’d like to offer it at your church. Here are a few tips on what to communicate during that meeting. We’ve also prepared a handout you can give to your pastor before or after your meeting. It summarizes what DC4K is and tells him where he can find more information about DC4K.