WOW, IT'S SUNNY IN SAN DIEGO!
Ever since my first Children's Pastors' Conference in 1996, I've loved going. I've now been to over twenty CPCs, probably many more... I've lost track. This year, I'm excited to attend the conferences as a "roving reporter" to learn and write about the experience. As I write this, I'm on the West Coast for CPC San Diego. Just like I did last month at CPC Orlando, I will be publishing my daily reports about this event in the Kidology Network Forums. So, if you can't make it to this conference, read along and join the conversation! (And if you are going to be in San Diego, make sure you don't miss our impromptu Kidology gathering!)

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

REGISTER FOR KID U CHICAGO: MARCH 9-10
Time is running out to register for Kid U Chicago. This 9th annual training event takes place in suburban Chicago on March 9-10. Packed with hands-on workshops, experienced trainers, a Spanish track, and the one-of-a-kind Kid U Creativity Blitz, you'll want to get a group together and attend this very affordable event!

» Register now before it's too late!

WORKSHOP RECORDINGS FROM KID U
If you missed a Kid U event, want a refresher on a workshop you attended, or are looking to share the experience with someone else, here's an ideal way to take the teaching with you: Kid U Workshop CDs. Listen, share, and use however you see fit. BONUS: Download a FREE MP3 from Kidology presenter Tim Balogh right now!

» You've got to check this out!

KIDOLOGIST REPORTING FROM CPC SAN DIEGO
The Kidologist, Karl Bastian, will be attending the Children's Pastors' Conference in San Diego (February 24-27) and reporting live on-location! Learn about the latest trends, products, and other exciting things folks are talking about in children's ministry!

» Watch the Kidologist's Journal for updates!

RELIVE CPC ORLANDO
Did you miss CPC Orlando last month? Kidology was there, reporting at the event in real-time. Take some time to read through the updates, photos, audio, and video. Complete with interviews, interesting products, and comments from other Kidology members. Don't miss it!

» View CPC Orlando archive

WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR VBS?
Network Forums member Pastor2Kids shares: "I got to thinking about the various VBS options out there. Our church loves the themes we have done lately... our church is sports crazy. In contrast, my administrative assistant's daughter writes her church's VBS curriculum every year. So, what do you do, and why?"

» Vote in the poll!

GOT YOUR VBS STUFF YET?
Speaking of VBS, it's that time of year again... time to pick out and purchase your VBS materials. There's a wide variety to check out, both from independent producers as well as the big publishers. The Kidology Store has a diverse selection of VBS materials you might want to investigate:

• Bodyworx VBS Kit
  by TruthQuest
• Faith Factor Camp Curriculum CD/DVD
  by Henry Zonio
• B.O.O.T. Camp VBS Kit
  by TruthQuest
• FAM JAM: Beyond the Bigtop Family VBS Curriculum
  by Kids Matter Ministries
• WaterWorks! Park VBS Kit
  by Cook Communications Ministries
• Take the Plunge VBS Starter Kit
  by Standard Publishing
• Hero Headquarters Theme Pack
  by Can'd Goods
• Avalanche Ranch VBS Starter Kit
  by Group Publishing
• SonForce Kids VBS Starter Kit
  by Gospel Light

JIM WIDEMAN ON CHILD SECURITY
Kidology Professional and Group Members can download a free MP3 audio message featuring respected children's pastor Jim Wideman speaking on the topic of child security. Listen to the message (which runs close to an hour)... then join the ongoing conversation in the Kidology Network Forums.

» Get the download!

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EGGCEPTIONAL EASTER STUFF
We all know that Easter is more than bunnies and Marshmallow Peeps! But how do you relate Christ's resurrection with your kids? Grab some fresh ideas eggsploring our collection of Easter resources. There's still time to pull everything together for Easter Sunday.

» We're here to help!

LET'S TALK CALENDARS
Straight from the Let's Talk Children's Ministry discussion forum: "As a time management junkie I thought I would get some time management conversations started... I have been using a Palm & iCal for a long time, but have just gone to a Treo device (the 680) and I love it... What calendar system(s) do you use?"

» Care to share your thoughts?