ABOUT US
KidzAblaze began in 2003 as a ministry that would help children discover the gifts God has given to them can be used TODAY and not just when they become older. We believe that there’s no age limit on WHEN God can use someone to BEGIN fulfilling their destiny. Kids can hear and respond to God just as much as older people. When they begin to respond to His voice, their hearts can be set “Ablaze” with a passion for God and His gifts. That’s why we call it “KidzAblaze.” God sets kids hearts “Ablaze” with His presence!
Helping kids to discover their gifts and be set “Ablaze” for God largely takes place through our student ministry team. The team comprises of around 50 students (Grades 5-12) and Adult Leaders. Through regular, systematic training, the students learn how to develop a wide range of gifts that God has given to them. Along with the adult team, they travel to different churches throughout the year and typically will minister through Worship Band, dance, drama, acting, and puppetry. However, we involve the children of the local church in various workshops that are designed to help them discover their gifts. Along with the training of the children, we also impart vision and resources to the local church on how they can continue developing teams of kids that can minister in local bodies of believers.
Randy Thompson
Founder
Randy Thompson, the founder of KidzAblaze Ministries served as a full-time Children’s Pastor in 3 local churches for over 16 years before creating KidzAblaze in 2003. He received a 4-year degree in social work at Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri, a Master's in Ministry from Richmont University in Atlanta, and is ordained through the Assemblies of God. Along with giving oversight to KidzAblaze Ministries, he is also the Children's Pastor at Multiply Church in Concord, NC. He and his lovely wife Dianne have been married 40 years and have 2 daughters, 2 sons-in-law, and 6 grandchildren.
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Hannah Peña, Director of Kidzablaze Ministries, loves working with kids and has a passion for seeing their hearts on fire for Jesus. She began ministry in 2013 and has been serving on the Kidzablaze Ministry Team for over 10 years. Hannah also served as the children's Pastor at her local church for 5 years. She received her 4-year degree in Ministerial Leadership from Southeastern University and is a Licensed Minister with the Assemblies of God. Kevin has served in youth ministry at his local church for eight years. He is currently completing his 4-year degree at Southeastern University and is a Certified Minister with the Assemblies of God. Hannah and Kevin have been married for three years and are excited to see what God has in store for KidzAblaze Ministries in this new season.
Hannah and Kevin Peña
Directors
Leadership Team
Randy Thompson
Founder
Carla Shaver
Benjamin Abbuhl
Hannah and Kevin Peña
Directors
Amanda Abbuhl
Riley Shaver