http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_topics.asp?FID=7 Browse recent entries in the Kidologist's Journal by Karl Bastian on Kidology.org. en-us Copyright 2006 Kidology, Inc. Tue, 10 May 2016 10:33:41 CST MIS RSSFeed Generator 1.0 This thread is for discussion of Kidmin Talk #084 Welcome to the 84th Kidmin Talk Podcast! Learn what tech Pastor Karl uses to keep on top of a busy children's ministry. To survive in kidmin leadership, you MUST become a master of administration, organization and management - even if those aren'... (more) Tue, 10 May 2016 10:33:39 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11174 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11174&guid=CG3TKGK6-YDQ7-8ZV5-TPKX-G3M7OCBWE5EH forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) This thread is for discussion of Kidmin Talk #083 Welcome to the 83rd Kidmin Talk Podcast! It doesn't take long as a kidmin leader to figure out that children's ministry isn't all fun and games. In fact, it can be downright discouraging. How do you keep yourself "up" and be an encourag... (more) Tue, 19 Apr 2016 01:24:10 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11166 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11166&guid=0IUQ4SD9-MFI4-V1N2-HQBU-45D49P4ZL5O0 forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) You make a great point. It is easy to allow the stuff we're good at or naturally enjoy, to push away the things that we want to do, or ought to do, but that we're less comfortable doing, that way we can tell ourselves we didn't get to it when the reality is we deep down we kind of sorta didn't want ... (more) Mon, 28 Dec 2015 10:44:19 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11140 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11140&guid=OKMNP57C-9HA1-J3FZ-VEXG-R751T1X3S4XI forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) I usually listen to podcasts while driving and never get back to the show notes or forums. But this one I decided to take time to work through. I'm going to spend more time on it but just now as I was listening and making some notes I realized something about myself. I started making a list of th... (more) Mon, 28 Dec 2015 09:39:04 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11140 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11140&guid=BMEK9H0F-XJ1Y-756W-JGPD-F9XYEDQ6Z470 forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) This thread is for discussion of Kidmin Talk #082 Welcome to the 82nd Kidmin Talk Podcast! As we head into a New Year, learn the powerful secret to making your dreams and goals come true in the months ahead. We all want to improve and be better at who we are and what we do - this podcast will em... (more) Tue, 22 Dec 2015 17:53:14 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11140 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11140&guid=ZO6HUTTJ-LLTV-V6YT-6HG9-TWIKEZ3JL6DH forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) Star Wars VBS --- we did our own first episode in summer 2015! Creating a second episode for 2016. Lots of pics and info on: www.soulwarsvbs.com Mon, 7 Dec 2015 13:38:24 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123&guid=NQXEF6MM-8MLS-I8QQ-UJ86-HYAHYCWMS6MZ forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) Yes! Often we are focused on outreach, but aren't focused on meeting the needs of those we already have, which is why we don't grow. If we are helping people grow, then the church will grow as a result. Thanks so much for your encouragement - and I'm glad the podcast was insightful for you! Sat, 5 Dec 2015 20:44:23 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10675 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10675&guid=1DJZESYZ-WODP-WVBC-IL03-502EJOPQZ5WH forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) I just listened to this yesterday. By the way, I'm so glad these podcasts are saved and still available because I re-listen to them when I get the chance. Anyway, we had a church council meeting recently and we discussed trying to grow our church. We always want to grow of course but things just ... (more) Sat, 5 Dec 2015 09:57:01 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10675 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10675&guid=PFBWZ4R2-KQ4M-KX38-5NS0-S1UA40IT755Z forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) On thing I forgot to mention on the podcast is that we are creating a Kid Scholar Wall of Fame where we are posting pictures of the kids who memorize the Books of the Bible - to create an incentive for other kids to want to be added to this elite group. Here is one sample: Mon, 30 Nov 2015 17:44:40 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11134 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11134&guid=CG3TKGK6-YDQ7-8ZV5-TPKX-G3M7OCBWE5EH forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) This thread is for discussion of Kidmin Talk #081 Welcome to the 81st Kidmin Talk Podcast! One of the basic responsibilities of a children's ministry leader or teacher is to equip children to use their Bibles. Long after we are gone, the Bible will be available to help kids, if we have trained t... (more) Mon, 30 Nov 2015 17:21:23 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11134 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11134&guid=0IUQ4SD9-MFI4-V1N2-HQBU-45D49P4ZL5O0 forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) coreyrayjones and joeb@efreebn.org - Thanks for your feedback - PM me your mailing address and I'll be mailing you a Star Wars prize pack! Appreciate you and your ministry to kids! Mon, 30 Nov 2015 17:19:55 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123&guid=OKMNP57C-9HA1-J3FZ-VEXG-R751T1X3S4XI forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) Thanks for the podcast Karl! I loved hearing about the inspirational impact Star Wars had on you and the fantastic info on the perseverance Lucas had. We have undergone a ton of change the past year in our children's ministry and we are at a point in the transformation were leaders are tired. Rece... (more) Wed, 4 Nov 2015 17:09:38 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123&guid=BMEK9H0F-XJ1Y-756W-JGPD-F9XYEDQ6Z470 forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) So true! Remember, when we all saw Empire for the first time, we were as surprised as Luke that this little green guy was the might "Jedi Master"—but Yoda hid his identity from Luke and acted annoying in order to test Luke—as Luke would be himself for this little green guy, but... (more) Tue, 3 Nov 2015 17:08:29 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123&guid=ZO6HUTTJ-LLTV-V6YT-6HG9-TWIKEZ3JL6DH forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) I remember my first time seeing Yoda and being struck with the thought that you can learn something from anyone, even the most unlikely character. Everyday you can learn something new if you want. Something else we could apply to our ministries is the importance of a cliffhanger. We don’t n... (more) Tue, 3 Nov 2015 08:35:09 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123&guid=NQXEF6MM-8MLS-I8QQ-UJ86-HYAHYCWMS6MZ forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) This thread is for discussion of Kidmin Talk #080 Welcome to the 80th Kidmin Talk Podcast! What can Kidmins learn from the Saga of Star Wars? Surprisingly, because of it's massive success, Star Wars almost didn't happen. George Lucas stuck to a vision he had, despite incredible odds, and prevail... (more) Fri, 30 Oct 2015 14:10:31 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11123&guid=BRPAZIFP-63J0-6AIN-R06F-EE8P4E5GL3ZJ forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) [QUOTE=Timotim] Thank you for this once again awesome podcast, Karl ![/QUOTE] Thank you so much! I'm glad the timing was good for you... will be praying for you as you dive back in... er, wade back in would be better! Mon, 25 May 2015 22:32:41 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063&guid=YTH7KU8S-T5BX-UC9K-F1YC-2G0MOQYJS381 forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) Thank you for this once again awesome podcast, Karl ! If I had knew about this just a few years ago I probably wouldn't have burned out like I did. Now that my husband and I are going back into ministry, I will really keep this acronym in mind and put it into practice ! Lydia Thu, 21 May 2015 09:35:21 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063&guid=MV94461W-7SWJ-HE1H-33Q8-QISJ93RMZ2IJ forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) NickiC, you hit the nail on the head - [QUOTE=NickiC]...there is always that "big thing" just around the corner. Does it ever really slow down in Kidmin? [/QUOTE] As you imply, the answer is no! Which is why we must intentionally plan rest and renewal, it never shows up on he kidmin cale... (more) Tue, 5 May 2015 18:36:48 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063&guid=AX11PJUZ-VUOG-5GTE-Q5I5-DKJGTFKQ62R1 forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) I've been the Children's Ministry Director at our church for a year and half now and I really needed this reminder. It's amazing how each time I think things will slow down for a bit, I'm reminded that there is that "big thing" just around the corner. Does it ever really slow down in Kidmi... (more) Tue, 5 May 2015 16:57:55 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063&guid=XZSY9VN2-JWGD-THLA-4S3R-1MBDERDTD21K forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org) This thread is for discussion of Kidmin Talk #079 Welcome to the 79th Kidmin Talk Podcast! Ministry is exhausting - it is draining - it is hectic and dangerous to the soul of those who seek to minister to others. Like a sponge that needs regular refilling in order to pour out, Karl shares three ... (more) Tue, 5 May 2015 10:40:40 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11063&guid=L1KVU7G5-7X79-GJD7-SUVO-PN39Z36WL1A2 forum.post@kidology.org (forum.post@kidology.org)