The Formed Podcast Why I Teach Children | Brent Randall Regnart
Nov 24, 2025
Brent Randall, a children's ministry leader with over 35 years of experience and a background in radio, shares his inspiring journey. He reflects on how a simple volunteering commitment evolved into a lifelong vocation. Brent emphasizes the vital role of children's ministry within the church and advocates for consistency in teaching roles to avoid burnout. He highlights storytelling's profound impact, revealing how a childhood lesson transformed a life years later. With humor, he points out that gratitude from kids is rare, yet faithful service remains essential.
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From Frustration To Lifelong Calling
- Brent Randall signed up to run Wednesday night children's ministry after his daughter kept returning because leaders didn't show up.
- What started as a one-year volunteer turned into decades of ministry when he committed to serve his child and others.
Elevate Children's Work To Equal Priority
- Children's ministry shouldn't be an afterthought and deserves equal priority with other church ministries.
- Brent argues pastors should elevate children's ministry to the same level as music, youth, and missions ministries.
Recruit Servants, Not Showmen
- Recruit volunteers who already have a servant spirit rather than trying to create one.
- Avoid ego-driven people and prioritize those who genuinely want to serve children without seeking recognition.