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Big Kidology News: It’s Time for a TWOFER!

  Kidology.org has been Equipping and Encouraging children’s ministry leaders since the 1990’s – and on it’s current website for over 20 years. That’s quite the legacy, but it also means our platform is aging and starting to squeak! Kidology.org isn’t going anywhere – but WE ARE making some strategic changes, mostly to our Store and Membership processes. Bottom line, keeping up with industry requirements on an old custom site is getting too costly and tedious to maintain. The good news is that, if we remove all financial transactions from the site, the woes vanish! Kidology.org will continue to offer THOUSANDS of creative children’s ministry ideas and resources, but without the mess of dealing with credit cards and financial transactions. We’re keeping the ideas on Kidology.org but moving all financial transactions to a new modern platform. THEREFORE: We are no longer accepting new memberships to Kidology.orgON Kidology.org. Instead, we are encouraging folks to join KarlBastian.club, our new coaching and content site – where resources will continue to grow and where our New Store will be hosted going forward. So, what’s the benefit to you? When you join KarlBastian.club, you’ll also get a free membership to Kidology.org! Please visit and read our…

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Kid’s Pastor Seeking Lead Pastor, Apply Today

Kid’s Pastor Seeking Lead Pastor, Apply Today By Kid’s Pastor, Karl Bastian When churches post job listings for children’s pastors, they often include detailed descriptions of the role, the expectations, and the qualities they’re looking for in their next hire. But have you ever thought about flipping the script? What if a children’s pastor could post a listing for the kind of lead pastor they’d like to work for? Let’s take a fun and insightful dive into what such a listing might look like and explore the biblical principles behind it. Position:                 Lead Pastor Job Description:        Leading and supporting a thriving children’s ministry by embodying the following qualities. Values and Prioritizes Children A kid’s pastor is looking for a lead pastor who takes Matthew 19:14 to heart: “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” This pastor understands that children are not just future members of the church—they are an integral part of the Body of Christ TODAY. They recognize that a church that prioritizes its children’s ministry is not only following Jesus’ example but also laying the groundwork for a vibrant, growing congregation.…

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Feedback is Your Friend

In any professional setting, even ministry, maintaining open communication with your boss is not just a good practice; it’s essential for personal growth, team success, and organizational effectiveness. Working in a church is no different. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your ministry career, understanding the importance of transparent dialogue with your lead pastor can significantly impact your career trajectory and overall job satisfaction. Few things can sap your joy more than not getting along with “the boss.” So let me suggest some ideas for working on that relationship. Importance of Open Communication: Clarity and Alignment: Open communication ensures that everyone is on the same page regarding expectations, goals, and priorities. When you regularly discuss tasks, projects, and objectives with your boss, you minimize misunderstandings and promote alignment within the team. Problem Solving: Effective communication allows you to address issues as they arise. Whether it’s a logistical challenge, a disagreement with a colleague, or a misunderstanding about a project, having an open line of communication with your boss enables you to seek guidance, brainstorm solutions, and prevent minor issues from escalating. Feedback and Growth: Perhaps the most crucial aspect of open communication is its role in facilitating feedback.…

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Unlock Learning with Intentional Questions

The Quest for Quality Questions! The story goes that a student once asked his wise old mentor, “Why is it that every time I ask you a question, you respond with a question of your own?” to which the teacher responded, “Why do you think I do that?” Obviously, the teacher understood the power of questions. Questions are the key that unlock answers and unravel the mysteries of our world. Children love questions! At the earliest age, “Why?” seems to become one of their favorite words! I remember when my young son would play a verbal game with me by asking “Why” after every answer I would give to see how far I was willing to go before I figured out I was just being played. A popular magazine has as its tag line, “Enquiring minds want to know.” This would be a perfect tag line for children! A wise teacher doesn’t ask questions off the cuff – they intentionally plan them in advance! Here are some Quick Tips on how to use questions to engage children in learning to use questions. Then I’ll go deeper on how to ask questions that truly change lives. Ask questions that are more…

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The LOVE Patrol

What is the most important volunteer role in your Children’s Church service? You might think it’s the teacher on stage, but actually it’s the members of the LOVE Patrol! What is the LOVE Patrol? The LOVE Patrol is what I like to call my volunteers that are “out and about” in the room among the children. In my kids service, which we call The Outpost, our official name for our helpers is Trail Guides, but I let them know they are on the “LOVE Patrol” during the service. I borrowed the name “LOVE Patrol” from a church that I visited many many years ago and I think it’s fantastic! It sure is better than “crowd control” – because it communicates that their purpose is not control, but to love on the kids and help them get the most out of the service. Train your volunteer helpers that their role isn’t to just sit in the back, or along the sides of the room, but to constantly be “on patrol” and watching the kids during the service. Contrary to what is often done – they are NOT looking for “bad behavior,” instead they are  actively moving about the room, studying the…

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