GOT
ANY FRESH BREAD? A
recent high school youth group reunion brought my youth pastor,
Dan Gute, across my path again after years. I was reminded
of his frequent request for "fresh bread" - something
God had done or shown us in the past week. We can all tuck
some spiritual nuggets away to pull out whenever there is
a time to share, but Dan only allowed us to share something
if it was fresh. He was encouraging us to keep our walk with
God current and to never be satisfied with by-gone experiences
with God.
We
all are eager to leave the failures of the past behind, but
his weekly request for fresh bread let us know that even our
victories start to smell stale if we aren't walking with God
each week. As the summer winds down and the busy fall winds
up - make sure you've got some fresh bread to share. I'm sure
it's been a great summer full of great stories - but what
has God done or showed you this week? Want
to share your "fresh bread"?
Because
Jesus Loves Children,
Karl D. Bastian - a.k.a. "The Kidologist"
THE
KIDOLOGY HANDBOOK: TEACHER'S EDITION Be
the first to read The Kidology Handbook: Teacher's Edition,
revised and expanded, featuring a bonus audiobook version
read by Karl Bastian, the Kidologist. For over 10 years this
comprehensive ministry manual has been a blueprint for an
effective teaching ministry... and now it has gotten even
better!
INTRODUCING
KIDOLOGY COACHING Kidology
Coaching provides a veteran children's ministry professional
who guides you through a 12-unit curriculum that covers 26
foundational areas of ministry. Begin your personalized coaching
in children's ministry with this 1-year program. It's affordable
and flexible to easily fit within your busy ministry schedule!
SNEAK
PEEK AT KID U CHICAGO 2008 October
1-4, 2008 — Mark your calendars for the 10th Anniversary
of Kidology University, our 4-day training event that
includes multi-day Leadership Labs, workshops for volunteers,
and a celebration banquet.
Want
a sneak peek at what's in store? Download the "Teaser
Poster" and see for yourself! We'll have more details online
very soon.
CONTINUING
EDUCATION - YES OR NO? "In
my church I've expressed interest in pursuing a Master's
Degree, but my Senior Pastor is somewhat against it,"
shares SpencerClick in the Kidology Network Forums.
"So how about where you are? Are advanced degrees encouraged,
pursued? Do you think they are important?"
KIDOLOGY
REPORT: CHILDREN MATTER
"Most
existing textbooks on children's ministry are either
outdated or lack a broad view," writes Kidology CP Team
member Frank Tan in his book review of Children
Matter: Celebrating Their Place in the Church, Family,
and Community.
"Four
seminary professors in the field of Christian education
came to the same conclusion as I did, so they collaborated
to write this book. I heartily agree that this should
be a recommended textbook for children's ministry
courses."
The Kidology Report is exclusive to Professional
and Group Members.
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NEW
SPEED STACKS DESIGNS Yes,
Speed Stacks have returned to the Kidology Store. And
we're excited to showcase the classic colors along with many
new, exciting styles. Looking for camouflaged cups?
How about something funky from the 60s? Take a look at the
new StackMats as well, with designs to better suit your style!
SAVE
ON CURRICULUM IN THE GARAGE SALE Looking
for discounted curriculum to use in your children's
ministry this fall? The Kidology Garage Sale is the
ideal place for you! Browse the abundance of preowned curriculum
at affordable prices! Take a look at some items that
have recently been added by members like you:
MOVIE
REVIEW: THE SIMPSONS MOVIE "The
Simpsons creator Matt Groening finally decided the time
was right to put Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Maggie and the
rest of the town of Springfield onto the big screen via The
Simpsons Movie," writes Kidology CP Team member Jeramy
Chapman. "The result? A movie that parents will probably take
kids to and be quite shocked at just how far the writers
were willing to push the envelope."
58 TOYBOX TALES ON DVD
Now's your chance to pick up all 3 seasons of ToyBox
Tales releases on DVD for one low price! Kidology
Members save $60! You can't beat that. The Toybox Tales
Season 1, 2 & 3 DVD Collection features 58 episodes
on 6 DVDs. If you haven't added these to your collection
yet, now is the time!
FINAL
AUDIO ADVENTURE EPISODE Episode
24 -- the FINAL episode of the TruthQuest Audio
Adventures -- has been posted as a free download on
Kidology. In this installment, Truthopolis has been overrun
by an army of dancing chickens who serve Dr. Deceit (wow,
that's a serious problem!) Make sure you download this adventure
today. And if you are a Kidology member, you can still download
episodes 1-23.
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