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CM Leaders ConferenceI just returned from Columbus, Ohio, after attending INCM's first CM Leaders Conference.  It was a fantastic time of challenge, inspiration, and fellowship for leaders in children's ministry.

I appreciated featured speakers who were well-known and experienced as well as those who may be less known.  The latter were equally qualified and shared great challenges and insights.   

 

The conversations were intentionally focused on issues we were facing in our ministries. Opportunities to encourage or equip one-on-one were memorable. The camaraderie on Twitter via the hashtag #CMLeaders was at times hysterical.

I'll have more thoughts to come, but for now I just wanted to give INCM's launch of the CM Leaders Conference an enthusiastic "Two Thumbs Up" and encourage you to join me next year!   

 

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

S.C.A.R.Y. Explained: Spooky Lessons of the Bible
Spooky Lessons of the Bible Kidology's Spooky Lessons of the Bible series helps kids recognize that while our world celebrates death and things that are evil, we celebrate life and things that are good.  To help emphasize that theme, each of the lessons follows this SCARY outline:
  • Scary Story - Bible Story
  • Crazy Fun - Games
  • Afraid? Not! - Lesson
  • Relate Time - Small Group or Discussion
  • Yes God! - Application
  • ... then R.I.P. - Respond in Prayer  
Each lesson also includes additional ideas you may want to consider that require a little more setup or additional supplies.  Plus, you'll also be able to surprise your parents with an e-mail sent home on Monday or Tuesday that gives a summary of the lesson the kids had on Sunday.  

You'll also find detailed Bible lesson plans, game ideas, small group discussion questions, application ideas, customizable PowerPoint, and access to 9 bonus "scary" roller coaster videos.  All this for just $27.99 for Kidology Premium Members.  That's only $7 per lesson.  Don't miss out on your chance to teach kids a biblical understanding of life, showing how Jesus defeated death.

»  Download Spooky Lessons of the Bible   

 

Also, if you are working on a Halloween outreach, pick up our new Trunk or Treat Planning Guide for just $9.99!

» Trunk or Treat Halloween Outreach Planning Guide  

Who is the STAR of your Christmas teaching? 
The Stars of Christmas

Four sitcom-style episodes feature a Grammy-style awards show hosted by the arrogant Colton Storm. Your kids will hear the entire biblical Christmas story as Colton interviews people that "starred" in the amazing account of Jesus' birth. 

 

Each episode points to the fact that Jesus is the one true "Star" of Christmas. Join Mary, the Shepherds, the Wise Men, and even terrible King Herod as they share their encounter with Baby Jesus before taking the stage to perform a classic Christmas carol.

 

The Stars of Christmas is a revolutionary four-week, K-5 curriculum that delivers creative, Biblical content in a uniquely interactive, teacher-driven format.


» The Stars of Christmas: Available in the Kidology Store!

That's Old Hat!
Hats

Have you ever tried using different hats to teach a lesson?

They aren't just decorations for your head, you know.  You can top things off by creatively using hats in your children's ministry.  In this FREE Online Training video for Kidology Premium Members, explore a plethora of examples of how to use hats in your teaching.  

 

Hear 5 tips on choosing hats for your lessons, secrets for finding unique hats, and be amazed at all the ways a well-chosen hat can really move your lesson ahead!  

 

» Watch "Hats" FREE right now!

Meet Hark, a reporter from the Herald 
Super SaturdayHark from the Herald is a Christmas play that can be performed with live actors or puppet performers. Written by Karl Bastian, this download includes all the elements needed to produce this play, including...
  • Director & Actors Scripts
  • Staging Notes
  • Scene Overviews
  • Music Recommendations
  • Rehearsal Schedule
  • Sample Graphics
  • MP3 audio track for puppet performance
  • Reference videos from previous productions 
Hark is a reporter from the Herald and is assigned to do a story on the "true meaning of Christmas." Not knowing where to start, he goes to the house of Dr. Wipplestowski, a crazy inventor who sends him back in time to the first Christmas.

Available as immediate download! 

» Order via the Kidology Store 
» Discuss this Christmas play in the Kidology Forums 
» Learn more about "Hark from the Herald" 
Pre-Owned = Great Deals in the Garage Sale!
$1 Member Download: PowerPoint Stories & Comic Pack 
$1 September SpecialThanks to our friends at Eikon Bible Art, Kidology Premium Members can download a PowerPoint Stories & Comic Pack for just $1 during the month of September.

Your download includes 5 different Powerpoint Bible Story Presentations, each featuring a 6-slide PowerPoint along with a printable Activity Pack PDF.

 

Each PowerPoint slide features original, high-quality artwork! The included Teaching Guide provides picture descriptions and lesson points to use with the PowerPoint story. You'll also find a story-related Art Page and Activity Page for younger kids.

 

Also included in your $1 download is the first issue of Legends of Faith Comic Book, in PDF eBook format. Great for use on your iPad or other devices.  

 

In this issue, you'll discover the stories of Jonah, David, Noah, and Daniel. Take a look at the rest of the Legends of Faith Comic Book series on EikonBibleArt.com.
 
Don't delay... because once September is over, so is this great member benefit. Thanks again for being a Kidology Premium Member!  (Not a Premium Member? Join today!) 

» PowerPoint Stories & Comics for $1

One More Thing...  
It's Karl Bastian's birthday today!  Send your wishes via Facebook and Twitter... or join the conversation at the Kidology Forums.  (Happy Talk Like A Pirate Day as well... arrrrgggh!)