VEGGIE VEGGIE FRUIT FRUIT
After all your hard work this summer, are you asking yourself, "Does anyone CARROT all?" LETTUCE be the first to reassure you that you did a great job - your efforts MUSHROOMED - and we praise God for all the spiritual FRUIT, (er, Spiritual Vegetables?) that God will grow out of your efforts. We know that the kids will TURNIP every week for more fun as your church becomes known as a place that loves kids. OLIVE how you put your heart into all that you do with a ready eagerness to serve. Whenever you find yourself in a PICKLE, remember that Kidology.org is here to help. And for the tough times, remember, BITTERLEAF those behind and press on with your focus on TOMATO's opportunities. PEAS know that we appreciate all you do to reach and teach children for Jesus!

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

KID U COLUMBUS IS ALMOST HERE!
Kidology University Columbus in central Ohio is almost here.... September 22-23. It's packed with workshops, resources, and presenters who provide you with tools you can actually use! Register online to avoid paying at-the-door rates. Group packages also available!

PLUS... If you register for Kid U Columbus by this Friday (9/15 at midnight CDT), you'll receive a coupon code good for $10 off anything in the Kidology Store.

» Time is running out -- Register now!

WISCONSIN WELCOMES KID U APPLETON
Can't attend Kid U Columbus in Ohio? You're in luck! You can attend Kidology University Appleton in northern Wisconsin... October 20-21. With presenters such as the musical Rob Biagi and the dramatic Aaron Reynolds, you can't go wrong. And as always, you'll get a unique mix of training and encouragement that can only be found at a Kidology University event.

HURRY! If you register for Kid U Appleton by this Friday (9/15 at midnight CDT), you'll receive a coupon code good for $10 off anything in the Kidology Store.

» Register online and save!

FREE 15-MINUTE AUDIO DRAMA DOWNLOAD
TruthQuest Audio Adventures are episode-based audio dramas created by TruthQuest Ministries, the Children's Ministry of LIFE Fellowship Church (Westminster, CO). Sometimes described as "Adventures in Odyssey meets Looney Tunes," these hilarious audio dramas offer entertainment and Bible learning that people of all ages will enjoy!

Kidology is excited to offer this FREE downloadable 15-minute episode for your ministry use. Each week, a new free episode will be featured for a limited time. Don't miss a single download by subscribing to the Kidology RSS feed to be notified when new episodes are added!

» Download Episode 1

BOB AND LARRY TAKE OVER SATURDAY MORNINGS
CuriousGeorge shares his ode to VeggieTales in the Network Forums: "Ah, the loved vegetables - how we love thee. Sure, some of us have a love-hate relationship with thee, but overall, you're rather likeable and you talk about God a lot. We like that."

Additionally, VeggieTales is now on NBC during Saturday mornings!

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Have you ever wondered which is the best VeggieTales episode? Wonder no more, dedicated friends of Kidology... because YOU will answer that very question! Join in the VeggieVerdict game and cast your votes as we eliminate titles to find the one that outranks them all... plus, you might actually get some good deals!

» Learn about the VeggieVerdict Game
» Vote in Matchup #1

"Imagine your children getting a chance to live out the 'Parable of the Talents'," writes Kidology contributors Tim Bodkin and Greg Braly. "Some will be wise, some will be foolish, but none will forget the lessons they will learn. Here is a great idea for your children's church, kids club, or special event where children get to act out this lesson."

» Live the Lesson!

The Truthopolis series trains children to think critically about the world around them, weighing all things against the standard of God's unchanging Word. Truthopolis Series 1: "Truth or Consequences" is a five-part series on discerning, protecting, and living by God's Truth.

» Now available in the Kidology Store!

FAVORITE SUBSCRIPTIONS
Kidology Network Forums member reachinkids states: "It's about budget time again. Share your favorite magazine subscriptions, sermon idea subscriptions, leadership subs, etc. What's the good stuff you look forward to, inspire you, challenge you, and give you ideas?"

» Share your favorites in this discussion

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