Kidology Newsletter - April 2006


	April 2006 Newsletter

YOU MAY BE THE GREATEST PRIZE OF ALL
This month I got to spend a day in Washington, DC enjoying all the monuments and reflecting on our blessings as Americans. For my church kids (and blog) I took some fun pictures "with the President" using a George W. Bush mask I've had a lot of fun with over the years. Somehow, we all long to get contact with those we respect or see as important in our lives. Not many of us will really get to hang with the President - but you can give something even better to the kids in your ministry - TIME WITH YOU. Yes, a day hangin' out with you may be the greatest prize you could give a child in your ministry… it might just create a memory that will last a lifetime. This Spring and Summer work into your ministry calendar some time with individual kids. The impact may be greater than your most creative Sunday morning lesson!

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

BOWLING FOR FAiRNESS
Here's a 4-lesson unit written by Karl Bastian covering the virtue of fairness. Get this, it uses the theme of bowling! (Yes, bowling... sometimes the Kidologist "strikes" upon a crazy idea or two.) "When you feel you are not being treated FAIR - drop the "i" and go FAR."

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	BOOK OF THE MONTH "I was wondering if there is anyone out there who would like to start a 'Book of the Month' group for Children's Pastors," asks Network Forums and CP Team member TheJourney. "During that month, we would post thoughts and insights on how the book applies to our personal ministries and the kingdom as a whole." » May's book selection is...

FAMILY VBS PROGRAM
FAM JAM: Beyond the Bigtop is a family VBS curriculum crafted so that the entire family can worship, play, and grow together. 5 fully-planned services are included, designed for birth-5th graders and their families. The circus theme compliments the storyline of the Prodigal Son. Now available in the Kidology Store!

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	LUKE, I AM YOUR FATHER!?! Karl Bastian, the Kidologist, writes: "On April 1 my life radically changed forever. Not only have I never needed an alarm clock since, but I am a Dad now. That's right. I now am up very early every morning to feed, change and love on a little baby boy named Luke Given Bastian." » PastorKarl.com: Didn't know we were pregnant?


	SUBMIT YOUR SPRING/SUMMER IDEAS Spring is in the air and summer is just around the corner! What sort of things do you do in your children's ministry during these wonderful months? Don't keep them to yourself. Submit your ideas to Kidology to share them with others who are in the same situation as you! » Submit your ideas now!


	SHINY DISC WITH HOLE = ILLUSIONS Featured at both CPC and Kidology University events, David and Teesha Laflin are Christian illusionists who show you some of their favorite tricks on their Simple Illusions You Can Make DVD. Be amazed, then learn the secrets... complete with messages to share with kids! » Now available in the Kidology Store

JOB CENTER: ASST. CHILDREN'S PASTOR IN OHIO

We are looking for someone who has a Bachelors Degree (Education/Communication background preferable) with a strong calling to reach and teach kids. Our church of 3000+ is passionate about Children's Ministry and we are looking to add another full-time Children's Pastor to our already growing team.

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	SUMMER READING: ORDER OF THE ANCIENT Have you thought about having a summer reading program with your kids over these next few months? Why not consider the adventure and excitement found in Order of the Ancient, the 304-page novel for kids found only on Kidology.org! Bulk pricing is available. Stock up today! » Order 1 book » Order 10 books » Order a case of 26 books

SATURDAY NIGHT PROGRAMS
"For those of you who have Saturday night services at your church, do you offer kids ministry?" asks Kidology Network Forums member serve4life. "We will be starting a Saturday service soon but we haven't decided if we will have children's ministry at this time."

» What does your church do?

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