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New Year!A new year always brings new opportunities. Many of those opportunities we can plan ourselves as we resolve to be a better person, spouse, parent, volunteer or leader. But God also has some plans in store for you in 2012! And while most of our resolutions are aimed at creating a better life, God's aim is to transform us into better people.

He will use whatever it takes to form our character. It may not always be pleasant, but it will always be beneficial. So certainly plan to pray more, read the Bible more, and even lose some weight -- but be sure to take the time to ask God what He has in store for you. If you are working with Him toward positive changes, you'll make His job easier and hit less bumps along the way.

As always, Kidology is here to help in any way we can!

 

Because Jesus Loves Children,
Karl D. Bastian - a.k.a. "The Kidologist"
 

Talking with Leaders about Child Safety  
Kidology Zones

CP Team Member Glen Alan Woods authored a detailed article that you can use as a conversation starter with leaders in your church.  Hopefully, you can use it to motivate them to look beyond the minimum requirements for child safety, and instead develop a more rounded approach.  

 

It is not exhaustive, but it does touch on major important points commonly missed in local churches. 

     

» Shepherding Children Safely in the Church   

 

Other recent additions to the Kidology Zones:

New Music from Yancy!
Yancy Little Praise Party - Happy Day EverydayYancy and Friends have created a new collection of songs that are sure to warm the hearts of preschool kids and their parents too... Little Praise Party: Happy Day Everyday.

You'll find lots of singalong fun including songs to celebrate some of the most special days of the year. Events such as Valentine's, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Birthdays. Plus, you'll hear a song about missions to encourage us to "go into all the world."

16 songs in all!  Kidology Premium Members save $2.  Save even more by purchasing the CD and DVD together!

» Buy the CD in the Kidology Store
» Also available: Yancy DVD & CD Combo!
DiscipleTown #16 - How to Know the Truth  
"How to Know the Trush""It's apologetics for kids!"

How to Know the Truth is Unit 16 in the DiscipleTown Kid's Church curriculum series from Karl Bastian and DiscipleLand.

This DiscipleTown unit introduces kids to basic questions and answers related to understanding and defending the Christian faith - the study of apologetics. While apologetics is often used as a witnessing tool, its proper place is to strengthen the faith of believers.

This unit will help prepare children to answer questions about their faith, while teaching them that having questions is okay. Children need the confidence that when they think logically and search God's Word, He will provide His answers!

» How to Know the Truth - Members save $5
» Recommended worship music: Go Fish 4-Song Sampler
» Shop for other DiscipleTown units
» Learn more about DiscipleTown curriculum  
Valentine's Day Zone
Valentine's Day ZoneFebruary 14 will be here before you know it, so it might be a good time to check out Kidology's Valentine's Day Zone for some great teaching ideas.

Be sure to check out Family Valentine's Ideas by Barney Kinard, or the Kidologist's popular game, Guard Your Heart.

Hey, if you have a great idea for the holiday, why not submit it and share with everyone else? We would "love" it if you had the "heart" to do so!

» Visit the Valentine's Day Zone  
Feedback on CPC Orlando
CPCDid you attend Children's Pastors' Conference in Orlando, FL last week?  Were you part of the Kidology Gathering?  Did you see Marty Martin and the rest of the Kidology To Go crew

Stop by the Kidology Forums to provide your feedback and reactions to CPC! 

» Discuss CPC Orlando

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Look ahead to CPC San Diego!
Are you ready for The Big Game?
The Big GameThe Big Game is a 1-week downloadable curriculum from our friends at River's Edge.

How do we keep our focus on Jesus when we face obstacles in life? Using the biblical example of Paul and the contemporary example of football, learn the importance of keeping our eyes on Jesus and finishing the game strong.

A great way to tie into the Super Bowl or any "big game" that may be taking place in your area!

Only $7 for Kidology Premium Members and available for immediate download!  

» Download River's Edge's The Big Game lesson today!
» Don't miss this Valentine's Day lesson: Sweet Jobs  
Kicking off 2012 with Kidmin Talk!   
Kidmin Talk

Our FREE weekly audio show, Kidmin Talk, is back for 2012.   

 

How do you "start over" - in your personal life OR your children's ministry?  What does the Bible say your resolutions should be?

 

Give a listen to Episode #14, brought to you by Awana and the new "Sparky Shines His Light" App in the iTunes Store. 

  

Kidmin Talk #14     

Fresh Start for your Kidmin   

 

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!

Tackle bullying with The Fantastic World
Adventures in Values 3Now Shipping... The Fantastic World: Adventures in Values - Volume Three!

In this newest installment, Bill finds himself competing for a coveted middle management position. Things get tough when Bill's coworker, Business Bob, makes fun of his style. Bill tries to make some changes despite what his friends tell him. Charles, Cranky Cactus, and the rest of the gang encourage Bill to contend with how God made him.

This is a great opportunity for your kids to learn how to recognize bullying and what they can do to deal with it.

» Order via the Kidology Store today!
» Look at other Fantastic World curriculum
January/February 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!

January/February 2012 Curriculum Schedule:
If you want to plan ahead, we've also added the March/April/May Lessons for your review.

» Learn more about God's Path Curriculum
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