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Barna on VBS According to recent Barna Group research, 68% of U.S. churches offered Vacation Bible School in 2012 vs. 81% back in 1997.  More churches indicated that they did not offer VBS because of lack of time.

How has your summer outreach been going?  Have you been using VBS or other programs?

Barna offered 3 findings regarding VBS:
  1. VBS remains a key way for churches to minister to their community
  2. VBS is an opportunity to engage young adults in service
  3. An effective VBS needs to have specific objectives

Discuss your summer outreach in the Kidology Forums!  What has worked... and what not-so-much?  Did you discover any trends or ideas that you'd like to continue into the school year?   

 

How do you plan to follow up? (Try the VBS Follow-Up Kit!)

 
» Join the Conversation!  

Save 50% on ToyBox Tales Christmas 
ToyBox Tales ChristmasDuring our Christmas in July celebration, pick up our ToyBox Tales Christmas Video Collection at 50% off!

This 5-part series, featuring 5-7 minute videos, humorously takes a look at the first Christmas by utilizing Playmobil figures.  In addition, you'll find a Bonus Tale performed by children playing with toys... a truly hysterical classic! That's 6 Tales in all!

Do your Christmas preparation early and save on celebrating the season.  Available for immediate download.

» Save 50% on ToyBox Tales Christmas today!
KidCheck Now Offers Background Checks!   
Check-In Systems KidCheck children's check-in systems now offer background checks from Protect My Ministry, providing detailed documentation results from within the system.

Here at Kidology, we're excited to see both of our   Child Safety resource partners -- KidCheck and Protect My Ministry -- working together to keep kids safe!

KidCheck is also rolling broadcast email tools, volunteer text messaging, and additional printing options. 


Don't forget that your Kidology Premium Membership can save you 10% off KidCheck check-in systems (new subscriptions only), as well as provide you discounted rates for Protect My Ministry's background check service.

 

» More info about integrated background checks at KidCheck.com

» Learn about Kidology's Child Safety Partners

» Discounted Background Checks for Kidology Members

» Discounted Check-In Systems for Kidology Members

U-Turn Cards for $10.50! 
U-Turn Cards
U-Turn Cards, an easy Gospel presentation from Karl Bastian, help you travel down the Romans Road.  Illustrate the salvation message in just 10 minutes!

This interactive tool engages kids by spelling key words in a fun and surprising way! 

Completely downloadable, this resource is great for large groups, small groups, and one-on-one situations.

Your PDF download includes Instruction Guide, How-To Video, Presentation Script * U-Turn Cards (Full Size and Pocket Version), Romans Road Overview, and an Optional Illustration from Karl.


» Learn more at Kidology.org/UTurn  

Kidmin Movie Review: Despicable Me 2
Despicable Me 2"I left the theater feeling encouraged by Gru's respectful, tender, and even courageous growth as a father," notes Kidology Kidmin Pro Glen Woods in his review of Despicable Me 2.

"This sequel is an odd mix of cheap laughs which do not quite measure up to that of their predecessor, and subtle complex characterization, showing that you may be able to take the villain out of a life of crime, but it takes far more to uproot his former nature out of him completely."

As with all Kidology movie reviews, we provide children's ministry-oriented teaching tools such as an overview, areas of concern, and teachable themes with scripture.

» Read the Review
» Discuss the film in the Forums
Pre-Order Your Awana Speed Stacks!    
Awana Sport Stacking Kit Speed Stacks are awesome!  That's why Kidology has encouraged their use in children's ministry for years.  Thus we're VERY excited that Awana and Speed Stacks have partnered to offer sport stacking as an option for your Game Time, Handbook Time, or Large Group Time.  
 
Check out the Awana Sport Stacking Kit, featuring the following:
  • 144 Standard Stacking Cups (36 each of red, blue, yellow, and green)
  • 24 Jumbo Stacking Cups (6 each of red, blue, yellow, and green)
  • Training DVD
  • Game Book with 11 new Awana games and variations!
  • Wordless Book Gospel Cups to help you share God's message of salvation
  • Canvas Carrying Bag for standard cups

On the Training DVD, you may spot a familiar face walking you through the games and ideas.  Kidology founder Karl Bastian is your host, helping introduce Sport Stacking to your volunteers. 

Curious about how Awana & Speed Stacks work together? Check out these videos:
 

So what are you waiting for?  Pre-order your Awana Sport Stacking Kit today!

 

» Get the Awana Sport Stacking Kit via Awana.org!  

  

$1 Christmas Bundle for Premium Members     
$1 Christmas Why wait? Start your December planning NOW with this "Christmas in July" Sack of Goodies from Kidology.  It's yours for just $1 during the month of July.

Premium Members can say "Ho Ho Ho!" with this great collection of holiday resources:
  • Hark from the Herald Christmas Play, written by Karl Bastian to be used with actors or puppet performers.
  • Josiah and the Mysterious Child, an Order of the Ancient Short Story, with a Christmas-inspired emphasis.
  • Christmas Bingo Game, a quick-and-easy holiday activity for both Preschool and Elementary ages.

Valued at $80, this collection pays for itself if you have a Kidology Premium Membership. Download for a $1 and see that membership does have its privileges!  

 

» Get the Christmas Sack of Goodies for $1

 

Don't Miss!  Get our ToyBox Tales Christmas Video Collection at 50% off during our "Christmas in July" celebration! 

 

» ToyBox Tales Videos at 50% Off!