BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR GOD'S RESOLUTIONS!
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 2008! 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"

KIDOLOGY FORUM Q&A SERIES: LARRY SHALLENBERGER
"You've read the Kidology Report, now continue with the discussion! Starting Monday, January 28, we're very happy to welcome Larry Shallenberger -- author of Lead the Way God Made You -- for a Kidology Forum Q&A Series discussion about leadership styles.

During this event, you'll be welcomed "backstage" with Larry as we explore the different leadership styles used in children's ministry. It all takes place over a 5-day period!

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. Want to participate but don't have a membership? Get one today!

» Post your questions in advance for Larry!

GOT YOUR COPY OF THE KIDOLOGY HANDBOOK?
For over ten years, The Kidology Handbook has been a blueprint for an effective teaching ministry. Learn the Kidology Method of relational ministry, in addition to insightful instruction on preparing & teaching lessons, sharing the Gospel, shepherding kids, classroom discipline, and more.

Print The Kidology Handbook to read... PLUS, fill your need for on-the-go training by listening to the audiobook version of this publication. Either way, you get a complete self-study course for those who teach children.

» Order your copy today!

VALENTINE'S DAY ZONE
February 14 is coming up fast, so it might be a good time to check out Kidology's Valentine's Day Zone for some great teaching ideas. And hey, if you have a great idea for the holiday, why not submit it and share it with everyone else? We would "love" it if you had the "heart" to do so!

» Visit the Valentine's Day Zone

MOVIE REVIEW: THE WATER HORSE: LEGEND OF THE DEEP
"The problem that I had with this film is that it was just a story," comments CP Team member Matt McDaniels is his review of The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep.

"I don't mean that it was fiction, I mean that it really had no "conflict and resolution." That's where this movie's problems lie: it's not made for kids, it doesn't contain the plot needed for adults, it's not funny enough to be a comedy, it's not deep enough to be a drama. It's just a good story about the legend of the Lock Ness monster."

» Read the review...
» ... then discuss the film in the Forums!

KIDOLOGIST REPORTING FROM CPC
Wish you could be attending the Children's Pastors' Conferences in Orlando and San Diego? The Kidologist, Karl Bastian, is reporting on-location at both CPC events (January 23-26, March 3-6)... and you can read along!

If you are at CPC, drop by the DiscipleLand booth and say hello to Karl, claiming your FREE Kidology Button!

» Watch the Kidologist's Journal for updates!
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MOVIE REVIEW: ENCHANTED
"The innocence of Giselle's character makes her stand out," notes CP Team member Brett Richmond is his review of Disney's Enchanted. "The image of Giselle amongst the chaos and darkness of New York City is reminiscent of the imagery of Christians standing out among the world."

With Kidology's unique movie reviews, you can use this film as a teaching tool, as we provide an overview, areas of concern, teachable themes with scripture, and discussion questions!

» Read the review...
» ... then discuss the film in the Forums!

HAVE YOU SEEN THE PIRATES... YET?
Have you coordinated a group to see The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: A VeggieTales Movie in the theater yet? If not, why not? It's now playing in theaters! We've talked quite a bit about this film and even had a Q&A with its creators.

» Talk about your experience seeing the film

BECOME A KIDOLOGY CHAMPION!
We are taking a giant step of faith and are praying for God to provide 365 individuals and ministries / companies that would help support Kidology in 2008 with a donation of only $99. It costs about $3000 a month to maintain this site. We would like to invite those who are blessed by the site or who want to help others to host Kidology for 1 day in 2008!

» Learn more about being a Kidology Champion

NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS THAT MATTER
If January is a time for you to evaluate your life and ministry while making some positive changes for the new year, be sure to watch the Online Training video, First Things First. FREE to view online for Professional and Group members of Kidology.org, you'll be glad you watched... and so will your family and friends!

» Watch now!

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