March 2007 Newsletter

 
 

KEEP JESUS OFF THE FRIDGE
During my time as a children's pastor, I encountered many funny situations. For example, one day a mom told me she had to "take Jesus away from her kids." I had given a Jesus Action Figure to a family with three kids and when they started fighting over Jesus, he ended up on top of the fridge until they could get along. The irony of kids fighting over Jesus may bring a smile to our face, but adults can be just as guilty of fighting over silly things. In the process, Jesus winds up on the fridge instead of being displayed to the world. This Easter season, let's focus on the Risen Jesus and something we all agree on... our world's need to see Him in the way we love each other. Make Jesus the figure that brings godly action into your life and ministry!

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

 

KIDOLOGY REPORT: A CLOSER LOOK AT BARNA
Another edition of the Kidology Report is hot off the virtual press. This time around, the Report reviews George Barna's book, Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions, and emphasizes the importance of churches catching a vision for kids' ministry. See what other children's pastors have to say!

BONUS: Discount coupon for the book is included in the Report!

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EASTER BINGO KIT
Are you looking for a quick and easy activity for Easter Sunday? How about Easter Bingo by Susan E. Harper, author of the popular The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe Companion Study. These fully reproducible sheets are just waiting to be photocopied. Available NOW from the Kidology Store as an E-Document download!

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KIDOLOGY FORUM Q&A SERIES: KARYN HENLEY
The Kidology Forum Q&A Series is a periodic opportunity for Kidology members to ask questions and hear from established communicators, trainers, and educators in the realm of children's ministry.

Starting Monday, April 2, we're happy to welcome Karyn Henley, award-winning communicator best known as the author of the original version of The Beginner's Bible. During this event, we'll be discussing the challenges of preschool ministry. It all takes place over a 5-day period. (Plus, you might win a free book!)

» Post your questions in advance for Karen!

Transcripts of previous Q&A Events:
» Rob Biagi (Music)
» Seth Crofton (Gaming)
» Directors of Jesus Camp (Culture)

HOW FAR DO YOU PLAN AHEAD?
"Yesterday, I spent a good part of the day working on 2008," writes Kidology contributor Jim Wideman in the Network Forums. "My first 4 months are almost set... I also started the file for next year's egg hunt yesterday. How about you? How far do you plan ahead?"

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IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO PLAN EASTER!
We all know that Easter is more than bunnies and Marshmallow Peeps! But how do you relate Christ's resurrection with your kids? Grab some fresh ideas eggsploring our collection of Easter resources in the popular Easter Zone. There's still time to pull everything together for Easter Sunday!

» We're here to help!

1...2...3... SNACK TIME
New in the Kidology Store: From the author of the popular 1...2...3... Slime Time comes a handy book to help you teach using food! Say goodbye to pre-packaged snacks and hello to classroom cooking! 1...2...3...Snack Time! is full of recipes, Bible stories, applications, tips, jokes, and trivia. Pick up your copy today and let the cooking begin!

» Kidology members save $2!

Also available:
» Snack Time and Family Time Combo Pack
» Game Time and Slime Time Combo Pack
» 1...2...3... Handbook Collection

JOB CENTER: PASTOR/DIRECTOR OF CM
"Innovative, growing, contemporary, purpose driven congregation located on a wooded 37-acre campus in Massachusetts seeking a Pastor/Director of Children's Ministry. This established position will lead a ministry serving 335 children from birth to grade 5. The current Children's Ministry team consists of 2 paid staff members and 150 volunteers supporting weekend, midweek and summer programs, and activities."

» Apply for this job today!

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SMALL CHURCH, FEW KIDS
Network Forums member RobO shares: "We are a small struggling church. We have 2 two year olds, 1 four year old, 1 six year old, and 2 kids between third and fifth grade. Obviously, we don't have a ton of potential volunteers either. How would you work with these kids? Sunday school and children's church? Just children's church? All the kids together?"

» What are your thoughts?

REFLECTING ON KID U CHICAGO
From Kidologist.com, Karl Bastian blogs: "Hard to believe this was the 9th annual Kidology University here in Chicago... We had a great turnout, many of the rooms were standing room only... Here's a highlight video for you to enjoy." (Also, don't miss the 8-page photo gallery!)

» Kidologist.com: Watch the video!

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