DC4K is a 13-week program for children ages 5–12 whose parents are in a separation or divorce. It’s filled with activities, games, music, and crafts that help kids process their feelings and communicate with their parents. The children learn that they are loved, they will be okay, and God’s love will strengthen them.
“Our kids are finally communicating with us.”
–Parent
How does DC4K work?
The DC4K program is available to download for free and is customizable.
Parents & family members
You can go through DC4K with your kids at your own pace. Take part in the fun activities together. Listen to the songs. Have meaningful discussions. Watch the videos. You’ll receive everything you need, plus lesson plans that explain what to do and how each activity helps your child.
Children’s ministry workers & lay leaders
Your church can offer this 13-week, lay-led program for children whose parents are in a separation or divorce. You’ll receive downloadable books, songs, videos, and activities, which help hurting children process their feelings, communicate with their parents, and be grounded in Christ’s love.
DC4K provides a safe and caring setting for children to engage in fun-filled activities while learning about separation and divorce and the many changes they are encountering in their lives (at an age-appropriate level).
Children will learn ...
They’re not alone.
By hearing stories about kids who have faced their parents’ divorce, children feel encouraged and less isolated.
How to talk about their feelings.
Intentional activities teach children how to identify their emotions and communicate them to others.
Important coping skills.
The children will feel secure and able to manage the many changes that are happening in their lives.
God loves them.
Relatable Bible stories strengthen children with the knowledge that God loves them and will help them move forward.
Your free DivorceCare for Kids download includes the entire program. The materials can be used at home as a family, or in a church as a small-group children’s care ministry.
Activity Book
Children will discover coping strategies and God’s love through games, puzzles, and journaling.
Offer essential outreach to the children and families in your church and community by offering DC4K as a weekly children’s ministry program.
Parents
Use the program at home to help your children learn coping skills to manage their feelings and experiences.
Family members
Whether you’re a family member or counselor, if you know children whose parents are divorced, you can offer support.
Is your church currently offering DivorceCare?
If your church has a DivorceCare program, DC4K is the perfect complementary ministry that provides family-centric support for both parents and the children. Plus, you can easily list your DC4K group as an optional program in your Find a Group listing.
What parents like you are saying
“I haven’t seen my girls laughing like that for a long time!”
“It helps the kids deal with their feelings using Christ’s love.”
“My kids are happy to know they are not the only ones going through this.”
“As I tucked my son in bed, he said, ‘Mommy, I know it’s not my fault.’”
