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   Serving South of the Border It's always a blessing to hear from those around the world benefiting from Kidology.org. We're encouraged when we learn of members spreading the word about all that Kidology has to offer. Just yesterday I got this e-mail that made my day:  Hello Pastor Karl and blessings,
I so appreciate all that you are doing and providing for so many of us. I have a friend that told me to get on Kidology.org some years ago and for some reason I put it off until recently when he told me again. I love your site and have been getting The Kids Church Cookbook little by little and have been teaching what I have been learning to some of our teenage interns at our mission church in Compostela, Nayarit, Mexico. It is helping us so much. We are in process of making some sock puppets and I am trying to put all your teachings into practice with our children's ministry. Again, thank you so much and God bless you. Robert Newhall Missionary to Mexico Making Disciples by planting churches On his website, Robert writes, "Life is way too short to not step out in faith and seek to do the impossible. I know that one day I will stand before my Lord and Savior. When that time comes I do not want to stand there sheepishly saying, 'Sorry Jesus, I was just too afraid and passive to give you my all, I held back.' NOT!!!! I want to live my life passionately serving Jesus with everything I've got." Thank you Robert for passionately reaching the kids of Mexico and for training others while you are there. And thank you, Glen, for telling Robert about Kidology.org. And thanks to each of YOU for spreading the word to folks like Robert... servants who need resources to help them be the BEST they can be as they seek to reach and teach kids for Jesus! Because Jesus Loves Children,
Karl D. Bastian - a.k.a. "The Kidologist" |
| FREE Child Safety & Security Checklist |
We've taken a look at the FREE child security checklist from KidCheck and think it's something you'll want to share with folks in your children's ministry. Hop over to KidCheck.com to download your own copy!
For those not familiar, KidCheck provides easy-to-use, secure children's check-in solutions for churches... and they've been great supporters of Kidology's mission.
This handy PDF provides helpful suggestions and established processes to help you create a safe environment for the kids in your care. It's good stuff!
Whether you are new to kidmin or are a children's ministry veteran, we can all agree that minimizing child safety issues is of top concern. The checklist includes information about securing your facility, volunteer/staff tips, safety policies/procedures, general childcare safety, security teams, and emergency situations.
» Get your FREE Child Safety Checklist at KidCheck.com!
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| 14% OFF during "We Love Our Members" Month |
During all 29 days of February, we're showing our affection for Premium Members with Kidology's "We Love Our Members" Month!
This week only, you can take 14% off ANYTHING in the Kidology Store!
If you aren't a Premium Member, you'll want to upgrade to take advantage of these wonderful deal opportunities! Offer expires 2/19 at midnight (CST), so don't miss out! |
| Something NEW on Kidmin Talk! |
 Nicki Straza, Kidmin Pros Team Leader, joins Karl Bastian this week on Kidmin Talk, our FREE audio show. They discuss discovering new things in kidmin, trying new stuff, meeting new people, and how to allow God to keep making YOU new!
Kidmin Talk #18
Something New!
Kidmin Talk #17
What Motivates You?
Shape the show with your discussion, comments, and feedback via Twitter, the Kidology Forums, or the Show Notes.
» Listen to each episode of Kidmin Talk!
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| Easter Resources Guide |
We know you use Kidology to discover great ideas, such as those found in our Easter Zone. If you are looking for more resources, such as helpful curriculum, here's our Easter Resources Guide that you should explore!
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| CPC San Diego is right around the corner! |
 The Children's Pastors' Conference in San Diego is coming February 27-March 1. Karl Bastian will be there to present a few Breakout sessions.
Are you attending CPC San Diego? Stop by the Kidology Forums to see who else is going and to get ready for this upcoming CPC!
» Look ahead to CPC San Diego! |
| Unbridled: Saddle up your horses! |
 Unbridled is our 4th annual Kidology Women's Retreat at 3P Ranch in Circleville, Ohio, from May 21-23, 2012.
We will be learning about horses, saddling up, hiking, spending time in the Word, having bonfires, enjoying nature, laughing, and bonding together.
Take a break, get away from the busyness of ministry, and listen to what the Lord has for you! Join us at Unbridled, but hurry before it's too late. » Learn more at UnbridledRetreat.org» View photos of previous Unbridled retreats
Our annual men's retreat, Yosemite Summit, is already full! However, you can be added to a waiting list if you'd like!
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