Our Web Guy says Good-Bye

11 years ago, Karl asked me to help him author Kidology e-mail newsletters on a freelance basis. Since that time -- and over 600 issues later -- I've been blessed to serve as Kidology's Director of Web Operations, keeping things running behind the scenes.

I was introduced to children's ministry at a young age, being part of the "test group" for Awana's Sparks program before it was launched. Over time, I found myself involved with kidmin via Christian camping, as well as through product development on the resource side. It's been an amazingly fun experience, which is why I have mixed emotions as I wind down my time with Kidology this week.

Recently, God opened a door for me to jump into a new opportunity here in Chicago... and I've accepted that challenge. Thanks to everyone who welcomed this "web guy" into the ministry world, despite my odd passions for beverages and Disney trash cans. It's been a blast!

I look forward to seeing what "Bright Ideas" lie ahead for the ministry of Kidology. I'm honored to have helped equip and encourage your work with kids.

Because Jesus Loves Kids... and Web Servers,
Steve Tanner (aka Tannerman)

» You don't have to click this Kidology Forum link... but you should!

Last Minute Father's Day Ideas

Father's Day is this Sunday! Need some last-minute ideas?

Head over to Kidology's Father's Day Zone, packed with ideas for appreciating dads... and thoughts on teaching about the World's #1 Dad!

» Visit the Father's Day Zone!

Follow-Up with Your Summer VBS Kids!

My Awesome Adventure is a dynamic follow-up resource for new Christians or an introduction to the Christian faith for kids who are not yet familiar with Christ.

Children, parents, and teachers will love this introduction to the basics of following Jesus. Teach children (between the ages 6-9 or 9-12) the essentials of being fully committed followers of Jesus Christ. This excellent resource can be used for self-study, with a mentor, or in a classroom. All 12 lessons include a Bible study and exciting learning activities.

Recommended for:

New believer follow-up
Sunday school
VBS follow-up
"Foundations of the Faith" classes
Summer camp
One-on-one discipleship

» Only $4.95 for younger or older kids!

Need a Father's Day lesson? Teach Adopted!

Adoption offers protection, provides for the needs of a person, and shows that they have a divine purpose.

Every believer has been spiritually adopted into the Family of God for the same reasons.

Adopted! is a new single lesson from Karl Bastian that...

Explores Bible characters that were adopted
Illustrates adoption as a picture of salvation

Includes a 23-page PDF Lesson Plan, "Meet My Family" activity, Sin-To-Forgiven Illustration & Video, "Name That Sound" Game w/55 sound effect files, skits, activity suggestions, Gospel presentation, and more!

» Only $9.99 in the Kidology Store!

» Karl explains the idea behind Adopted!

» Got a question about this new curriculum?

50 Great Apps for Ministry

Steven Knight shares his favorite 50 apps for ministry, including:

GroupMe: Text groups of people, regardless of their phone or service provider.
Fighter Verses: Learn Bible verses easily and in multiple ways with this excellent program.
Paper: Draw and write on your tablet, just like it was a piece of paper.
Trello: An excellent way to delegate tasks between your team, keep track of important information, and communicate with specific people for specific tasks.
...and more!

» Full Article: 50 Great Ministry Apps

Summer Background Checks for $6

Need to run background checks on your summer volunteers?

As a benefit of a Kidology Premium Membership, national background checks can be executed for as low as $6, thanks to a member-exclusive discounted rate with our friends at Protect My Ministry.

You'll want to check out this organization which serves thousands of churches and ministries by delivering high quality, affordable services for protecting your ministry and managing risk.

» Learn more about discounted Background Checks

Use a Bracelet to Share the Gospel

The Good News in Color for Kids uses a five-color wristband and an easy to read booklet to explain to a child, step by step, how to become a Christian. The five colors in the wristband are used to represent the steps to living in a personal relationship with God. Children learn how to experience an awesome life on earth and in heaven.

This tool can be used within your church, in conjunction with an outreach program or can be given to visitors. It is perfect for VBS!

» View the product in the Kidology Store

FREE Family Ministry Bulletin for June

We've got the June "Generation to Generation" bulletin inserts ready for you, thanks to the folks at Heritage Builders.

These monthly inserts provide short articles about raising children of faith... and are available for FREE download to all Kidology Premium Members!

Topics for June include...
    *    Making "Big Church" Fun for Kids
    *    Make It Real: Communicating with Teens
    *    Kidology Corner Family Devotions

» Download June's insert NOW!