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Relationships in Children's Ministry

I was asked recently to contribute to the eBook What Matters Now in Children's Ministry (which you can learn more about later in this newsletter!)  The topic I chose was RELATIONSHIPS.  Here's an excerpt:

The most incredible aspect of Creation was that God walked in the garden with the crown of His creation. They had a relationship with God that sin severed: ending a fellowship we can only imagine. For centuries, that relationship became one of distance and of fearful respect until Jesus came to walk, talk and relate with man. He came to live in relationship with mankind. He didn't just die on the cross to offer salvation. He invites His beloved creation back into an intimate relationship with Himself and to genuine fellowship with each other.

What matters now in children's ministry is the same as in any era of history: Relationships. All that has changed is the means in how we relate to each other. At one time, we walked to each others' homes, rode horses, drove cars, and used rotary phones. Now, many text and use mind-boggling electronic social networks on devices that can span the globe in seconds. Who knows what might be next! What matters, though, will never change! It is Relationships.

Because Jesus Loves Children,

Karl D. Bastian - a.k.a. "The Kidologist"
DiscipleTown #7 - How to Be Faithful Workers
"How to Be Faithful Workers"How to Be Faithful Workers, Unit 7 in the DiscipleTown Kid's Church curriculum series from Karl Bastian and DiscipleLand, is now available!

The topic of work may not immediately appeal to children (or adults for that matter), but God invented the whole idea! Beginning with the first chapters of the Bible and throughout Scripture, God presents work not as a chore but as a gift from Him. Work allows us to engage in God's plan for His wonderful creation.

In this unit, you will introduce children to the gift of work, and they will learn how to be faithful workers - as they use their attitudes, their abilities, and their actions. Teach children that when we accept the gift of work, have a good attitude, learn new abilities, and get into action, God can provide for our needs!

» Purchase "How to Be Faithful Workers" - Members save $10
» Recommended worship DVD: Modern Worship: Summer Edition
» Recommended worship CD: CrAiG's KiDs I Wanna Follow Jesus
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What are you doing this summer?
What Are You Doing This Summer?
Kidology Forums member fbcpas asks...

"Just curious what kind of things you plan for summer. Events,  outreach, etc?"

Here are some initial responses:
  • We kick off summer with VBS
  • Summer fun nights
  • Kids summer camp
  • Friday night neighborhood outreach
» What are you doing this summer?

Children's Ministry Telesummit - June 21-22
CM TelesummitHere's a great opportunity to get some training for FREE!  It's the Children's Ministry Telesummit, hosted... on your telephone!  Yes, on June 21-22 all you have to do is call in to learn from 16 leaders in the world of children's ministry, including Kidology founder Karl Bastian.

While this event is free, you need to pre-register for it so you can get your login credentials via e-mail.  Don't miss out on this innovative event!

» Register for the Telesummit
June/July/August Schedule: Discovering God's Path Curriculum
God's Path CurriculumDiscovering God's Path is a 3-year curriculum that Kidology is releasing on a quarterly rotation schedule. It is FREE to Kidology Premium Members via the Kidology Zones.

These easy-to-use, reproducible lessons are ideal for your weekend or midweek programs for kids in grades 2-5.   If your curriculum budget has shrunk and you are seeking affordable alternatives, let your Kidology Membership come to the rescue!

June/July/August 2010 Curriculum Rotation Schedule:

If you want to plan ahead, we've also added the September/October/November Lessons for your review.

» Learn more about God's Path Curriculum
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What Matters Now in Children's Ministry
What Matters NowWhat Matters Now in Children's Ministry is a FREE eBook highlighting how some leaders ministering to children and families answer the question, "What is the most important theme you are addressing in Children's Ministry, now?"  This 37-page book was compiled by Matt Guevara, Amy Dolan, and Henry Zonio.

The concept was to ask 30 other leaders connected to the world of children's ministry to answer the above question, with the catch being to hone down their answer to ONE WORD! After coming up with their word, they were asked to explain their answer in 200-300 words.

» Download your FREE copy now (PDF)
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The Kid's Church Cookbook - Part 4: Choosing Ingredients
Part 2: Setting the MoodThe Kids Church Cookbook - Part 4: Choosing Ingredients, features our LARGEST idea-packed and training-rich PDF to date... 56 pages!  This installment will help you to discover the best ingredients for Kids Church, many of which are often overlooked. If your DVD player is your primary teaching tool, your kids are missing out on tastier ways of learning. A whole smorgasbord of ideas awaits you, so learn to bring your lessons to life!

You'll also receive a "side dish" consisting of a 25+ minute Training Video as part of The Kids Church Cooking Show... Episode 4 - Magic! Introduce the eye-popping power of illusion to amaze your students and add some "ZAP" to your teaching.

Kidology Premium Members can pick up this installment for just $11.99. Save more by pre-paying for all 7 Kids Church Cookbook installments using our Subscription Plan option! If you have previously signed up for the Subscription Plan, Part 4 should already be in your Inbox!

» Part 4: Choosing Ingredients - Members save $3
» Part 3: Developing the Recipe
» Part 2: Setting the Mood
» Part 1: Called to be a Chef of God's Word
» Learn more about The Kids Church Cookbook
Imagine: Creating Memorable Characters for Kids' Church
Kid Builders
If you have ever wanted to add skits, regular characters, or just something to spice up your kids church or Sunday School class, Imagine: Creating Memorable Characters for Kids' Church can help you do that.

This 69-page PDF by children's pastor Marty Martin lays out a process for doing this without the hassle and time-draining elements of scripts and practices. Imagine is written out of the wisdom of actual experience from a veteran children's pastor.

Notable chapters include "Become One With Your Alter Ego", "Keep The Main Theme The Main Thing", "I Have To Practice?", "Speak Softly and Carry A Big Schtick", and "Roping In The Adults".

» Download your copy today! - Members save $3