Children's Ministry
New KarlBastian.info Page
I’ve been reviewing my various domains over the past year and letting a bunch of them expire. Back when there was only .com, .org…
Blog
Adventures
A Pen-Pal in the Philippines
It was a Sunday night in high school. And even though I was sitting in the back pew with my buddies, it was a…
Evangelism
Could This Be a Good Friday?
Could This Be a Good Friday? I was born into darkness. Not the kind of darkness that comes with the night, but the…
The Gospel is #1. Tell it often. Tell it well.
Nothing is more important than sharing the Gospel. Nothing. I remember like it was yesterday. I was in seminary (not ‘cemetery,’ as kids often…
Children's Ministry
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…
Children's Ministry
Fostering Camaraderie: Building Friendships in Church Volunteer Teams
In any community endeavor, the strength of the team often determines its success. This rings particularly true in the context of church volunteer settings,…
Children's Ministry
New from KidCheck… Introducing YouthCheck!
The Only Check-In System Designed for Youth! Kids in your organization grow up fast, and as they mature, they have different needs and requirements…
Making the Complex Simple and FUN!
For as long as I can remember, one of my favorite jokes has been, “I’m not a prophet. Nor am I the son of…
Children's Ministry
A Lesson without a Story is an Incomplete Lesson.
In Bible College I learned that the theological definition of faith is ‘active belief’. This means that to believe something is not enough; you…