Kidologists Zone
This is the place to find things written or submitted by the creator of Kidology.org, Karl Bastian.
Use Karl's creativity to your advantage! Browse his ideas, plans, games, and more, and use them as is or adapt them for your ministry!
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Ministry Management Part 6 - Document Management
Part 6 in Karl's Ministry Management Series - Secrets to Managing Your Documents, both Paper and Digital. |
Document Management |
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Crazy Countdown 26
Welcome back to "Who Zat?" Game Show, where the kids try to guess the Bible Character being described on the show! Who could it be? |
Guessing Game |
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Crazy Countdown 25
Welcome back to "Who Zat?" Game Show, where the kids try to guess the Bible Character being described on the show! Who could it be? |
Guessing Game |
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Crazy Countdown 24
Welcome back to "Who Zat?" Game Show, where the kids try to guess the Bible Character being described on the show! Who could it be? |
Guessing Game |
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Crazy Countdown 23
Welcome back to "Who Zat?" Game Show, where the kids try to guess the Bible Character being described on the show! Who could it be? |
Guessing Game |
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Crazy Countdown 22
Welcome to The "Who Zat?" Game Show, where the kids try to guess the Bible Character being described on the show! Who could it be? |
Who Zat? Game Show! |
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Recruiting Tool: Parent Survey
Parent Survey print-outs to encourage volunteering in the Children's Ministry. |
Recruiting |
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Doodle, Noodle, Shape or Show it! Super Sunday
A super fun Bible Game that is a blend of Charades, Pictionary, Bible Quizzing, and even Play-Doh! |
Interactive Bible Story Game Show |
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Ingredients for a GREAT Volunteer Meeting
Create volunteer meetings your people will WANT to come to! |
Volunteer Training |
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Recruiting Tool: Volunteer Encouragement Postcards
Four volunteer encouragement postcards. |
Recruiting |
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Ministry Management Part 5 - Communication Management
Part 5 in Karl's Ministry Management Series - The Why, What, Who, When and How of Ministry Communication. |
Communication Management |
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Crazy Countdown 21 - Rubiks 10x10!
Watch the Rubiks 10x10 being solved right before your eyes! |
Rubiks Countdowns |
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Crazy Countdown 20 - Rubiks 6x6
In this Crazy Countdown, Pastor Karl demonstrates a Rubiks 6x6 being solved. |
Rubiks Countdowns |
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Crazy Countdown 19 - Rubiks 4x4
In this Crazy Countdown, Pastor Karl demonstrates a Rubiks 4x4 being solved. |
Rubiks Countdowns |
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Crazy Countdown 18 - Rubiks 1x1, 2x2 and 3x3
Watch the Rubiks 1x1, 2x and 3x3 being solved right before your eyes! |
Rubiks Countdowns |
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Kidmin Talk #118 - April 17th, 2019
Kidmin Talk #118 - Karl gives his personal review of the new Pilgrim's Progress movie that is coming out April 18th and 20th, 2019. Was it too scary? Why should you go see it? After a screening at his church, Karl shares how well it was received and gives some sneak peek highlights of the film. |
Inside Scoop on New Pilgrim's Progress Movie |
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Dead Sea Audio Files
Easter Scripture Readings in a whole new way! |
Easter Audio Files |
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Recruiting Tool: Job Description Flyers
Customizable Job Description Flyers |
Recruiting |
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Easter EGGstravaganza Show
Overview of Karl's Easter Outreach Family Game Show |
Easter Outreach |
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Ministry Management Part 4 - Meeting Management
Part 4 in Karl's Ministry Management Series - 8 Principles that will make your meetings matter! |
Meeting Management |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 17
The Ark in still parked in Pastor Karl's office because Bible Man and Fozzy Bear have even more Noah and the Ark jokes for Kermit while counting down for Kid's Church! |
Bible Jokes Countdown - Noah, Part 2 |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 16
There is an Ark in Pastor Karl's office as Bible Man and Fozzy Bear flood Kermit with jokes about Noah and the Ark while counting down for Kid's Church! |
Bible Jokes Countdown - Noah, Part 1 |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 15
Pastor Karl and his toys are back! This time Adam and Eve join the show as Bible Man and Fozzy Bear drive Kermit crazy with Bible Jokes while counting down for Kid's Church to start! |
Bible Jokes Countdown - Adam and Eve |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 14
Pastor Karl and his toys are back as Moses joins Kermit the Frog, Bible Man and Fozzy Bear for some Bible Jokes while counting down for Kid's Church to start! |
Bible Jokes Countdown - Moses |
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Karl Explains Fortnite
Karl explains what Fortnite is and how to use it to better connect with your kids. |
Fortnite |
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Highlight Videos - Why You Need to Make Them (and How)
The why and how of ministry highlight videos with lots of samples. |
Ministry Highlight Video |
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Kidmin Talk #117 - March 4th 2019
Kidmin Talk #117 - Karl welcomes Pastor Jason Noble onto the show, the pastor who was at the center of the incredible story in the new movie, Breakthrough. They talk about the movie, but also how to minister in the midst of change and crisis. Jason, a kids pastor who became a lead pastor also has some unique insight on how to have more success working with your senior pastor. |
Interview with Jason Noble from Breakthrough Movie |
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Recruiting Tool: Fun RSVP Menu Style Flyer
Your recruiting should be fun and attractive! Here is an RSVP Card to "Reserve a Spot in the Children's Ministry," complete with a complete menu of ways a volunteer can get invoved. Custom serving has arrived! |
Recruiting Flyer |
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Ministry Management Part 3 - Volunteer Management
Recruiting is only the beginning! |
Volunteer Management |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 13
Wordless Book Series - Color Green. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
Wordless Book - Color Green |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 12
Wordless Book Series - Color Gold. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
Wordless Book - Color Gold |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 11
Wordless Book Series - Color White. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
Wordless Book - Color White |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 10
Wordless Book Series - Color Red. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
Wordless Book - Color Red |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 09
Wordless Book Series - Color Black. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
Wordless Book - Color Black |
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Safe and Secure Training Video Promo
A Child Security Training Video for use in Your Ministry. |
Child Security Training Video |
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Kidmin Talk #116 - February 11th 2019
Kidmin Talk #116 - This Special Edition Kidmin Talk features 17 year old Camille McKeever interviewing Karl for a school assignment as she prepares for a career in kids ministry. Learn some never before told stories from how Karl got into kids ministry and how Kidology started. |
Interview with a Future Kids Pastor |
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Recruiting Tool: Valentine's Cards
Send home Valentine's that are also recruiting cards that invite folks to join the children's ministry in sharing God's love with children. |
Recruiting |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 08
Miss Piggy is hosting The Worship Fever Show with a focus on worship! Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
The Worship Fever Show - Part 4 |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 07
Miss Piggy is hosting The Worship Fever Show with a focus on worship! Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
The Worship Fever Show - Part 3 |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 06
Miss Piggy is hosting The Worship Fever Show with a focus on worship! Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
The Worship Fever Show - Part 2 |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 05
Miss Piggy is hosting The Worship Fever Show with a focus on worship! Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
The Worship Fever Show: Part 1 |
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Ministry Management Part 2 - Team Management
Part 2 in Karl's Ministry Management Series - Four powerful principles for managing a ministry team. |
Team Management |
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Kidmin Talk #115 - January 12th 2019
Kidmin Talk #115 - Pastor Karl wants to make you look good in 2019 by providing tools for YOU, your leaders, your parents and your kids - plus recruiting tools and more for 2019! Watch this short Kidmin Talk to learn about Kidology's NEW Booster Packs! Kidology is going to make your ministry better and easier in 2019! |
Give Your Kidmin a BOOST in 2019 |
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Ministry Management Part 1 - Personal Management
In this video, Pastor Karl shares four areas that need addressing in order to maintain personal organization and practical tips to manage your schedule, your space, your stuff and your soul. |
Personal Management |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 04
Kermit discusses the importance of the Bible in our Christian walk. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
More Bible Character Auditions |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 03
Kermit discusses the importance of the Bible in our Christian walk. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
Bible Character Auditions |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 02
Kermit discusses the importance of the Bible in our Christian walk. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
The Bible is an Amazing Book |
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Toybox Tales Crazy Countdown 01
Kermit discusses the importance of the Bible in our Christian walk. Toybox Tales Crazy Countdowns are fun interactive videos for before service. Kids will gather and watch and be eager for church to start! |
Bring Your Bible to Church |
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Recruiting Tool: NEW YEAR Flyer
A fun flyer to invite folks to consider the ONE New Years Resolution that will take care of all of them: Serving in kids ministry! |
New Year Recruiting Flyer |
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Oh! You'd Better Watch Out! (Jesus Christ is Coming Again!)
My version of a Christmas Classic. Instead of watching out for Santa, kids ought to be watching out for Jesus... He's coming again! |
FUN Christmas Song |