KIDMIN TALK #179

A Kidmin Checkup!

Part A in the NEW ABC's of Kidology Series

A = ASSESSMENT

Pastor Karl guides leaders through a very real and practical grid for assessing their ministry health in this helpful podcast. It is essential to periodically hit "pause" on ministry to evaluate the health of ourselves and our ministry. Looking through the framework of our Time, Talents, and Treasures, Karl provides insightful questions that will open up suggestions for improvements to both personal and professional improvement.

Be sure to subscribe and send your questions and feedback to karl@kidmintalk.com

SHOW NOTES:

Kidmin Talk #2 Kidmin in Action
Karl's Level Up Coaching
Karl's Ministry Management Videos
Article: My Yoke is Easy
Kid Conversation Cards

KIDMIN TALK 178 - Kidmin on MISSION

Rise above the weekly to-do's and lead a ministry that is focused on the MISSION of Children's Ministry. Yes, you've got to get stuff done, but when you have a clear focus on the WHY, the what becomes much more motivating. Today, Pastor Karl explains how he unpacks his children's ministry Mission Statement for his leaders at his volunteer orientation. They might come thinking they are going to learn the policies and procedures of the children's ministry, but they leave excited to change kids' lives. When you lead a Kidmin on Mission, recruiting is easier and everyone steps up and goes the extra mile because they understand what is at stake - the transformation of kids' lives.

Mentioned on the show:

Kidology Facebook Group
Karl's EPIC Sermon
Karl's Ministry Management Training Series
Kidology's Ultimate Toolbox for Children's Ministry
Joseph - A Hero's Journey Series
Karl's eBook: The Four Pillars of Children's Ministry
Karl's Church's Children's Ministry Manual Template
Article: The Eyeball Game
Article: How to Make Kids Feel Special
TheGospelColors.com
TP Bazooka Plans

In this very personal, honest and direct podcast, Pastor Karl addresses one of the questions he is asked most often via email and in person, “How do know when it is time to leave a ministry?” Karl gives bold advice on the hard realities of ministry leadership, the challenges of working with imperfect ministry co-workers, reason not to leave, when you should leave, and practical advice on how to know when it is time to resign and seek a new church. He pulls no punches - you’ll be challenged and encouraged whether or not you are currently asking, “Should I stay or should I go now?”

Show notes:

The Ultimate Toolbox for Children’s Ministry
Kidology Ministry Management Series
Yosemite Summit
Two Models of Children’s Pastors (linked in this post)
Be God’s Man in God’s Place Story
His Yoke is Easy

KIDMIN TALK #176  Raising Kids Who Can Stand Strong

SHARE WITH YOUR PARENTS USING THIS LINK: Kidology.org/kidmintalk176

Parents and Kids Ministry Leaders know that raising kids today is MORE than challenging - at times it's scary. Our world is determined to lead our children away from God and more aggressively than we could have even imagined just a few years ago. Shocking statistics are posted daily of kids leaving the faith and the church. How are we to respond? The answer hasn’t changed. God provided the formula for raising kids who can stand strong against the world in HIs Word and it’s still not only the best but the ONLY strategy that works.

Today on Kidmin Talk I’m presenting a keynote address I gave years ago on this topic. While the calendar says some years have passed, the content is as relevant as if I had presented it this week. In fact, it is likely more needed now than even when I originally gave it.

It’s a message not only for church leaders but for parents too. It will give leaders ideas for how to challenge parents but will give parents practical and real-life ideas on where they can start today to prepare their kids so they will be ready when the time comes to stand on their own.

SHARE WITH YOUR PARENTS USING THIS LINK: Kidology.org/kidmintalk176

Mentioned on the Show:
Kidology Family Table Talkers

Leading and GROWING a SMALL Kids Ministry

After a touching and inspiring tribute to his Mom, the original “Kidologist” Pastor Karl talks about how to lead and grow a small kids ministry. Whether you have no kids, just a handful, or are struggling to grow a small ministry, this podcast will encourage you right where you are as well as provide some practical secrets on how to grow and even boost attendance. Are you up for the challenge?

Mentioned on the show:

• MOMstackle Course (YouTube Video)
• Ideas for DAD Derby (Facebook Group Thread)
• Kidology Recruiting Tools
• Kidology's All About Me Sheet
• Kidology's Ultimate Toolbox for Children's Ministry
• it BIBLE Curricululum
• Undercover Queen Series
• The Program Pyramid
• A Bright Idea book
• Job Descriptions Template

Kidology 101 - Secrets of Effective Kid Communicators

For this SPECIAL EPISODE Karl offers up a fun LIVE presentation you will thoroughly enjoy! From funny stories to learning how to properly shoot a straw, you’ll laugh, be inspired, and be reminded of why you got into kids ministry in the first place. It’s a podcast you’ll want to pass on to a friend in kids ministry too! Just send them to Kidology.org/kidmintalk174

In case you have to see it yourself:

Jedi Karl on CBS News

Pastor Karl opens a big Can of Worms on this podcast with a topic he has discussed privately and in seminary classrooms but never publicly until now. What adult ministry trends have had a negative impact on Children’s Ministry - and how can and should children’s ministry leaders adapt in response? It’s a thought-provoking discussion sure to challenge and stimulate. You've likely never heard this theory before on how some positive trends in adult ministry have had a negative impact on children's ministry. Stewards of kids ministry need to react wisely and proactively - the future is at stake.

Mentioned on the Show:

The Great Commission - Matthew 28:18-20
Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 1Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

FEATURED SPONSORS:

• KidCheck Online Check-In
• My Brand New Life Follow Up Booklet

KIDOLOGY RESOURCES:

• Bible Ninja Warriors Sunday
• Undercover Queen Series
• 2022 it Bible Curriculum Scope & Sequence
• Kidology Four Pillars eBook Download
• Kidology Table Talker Family Devotionals
• Awesome Adventure Discipleship Book
• Next Steps for Kids Course

KIDOLOGY and other links:

• Kidology Theorem #26 Do As I Say, Not As I Do
• Blog post about Awesome Adventure Discipleship with Parents
• FB Post that inspired this podcast
• Dale Hudson - Something That Recently Scared Me in Children’s Ministry
  
  
  
  
   

The police surround Karl as he preps for a kidmin event? EGGciting Easter results! Family discipleship wraps up - great kidmin books, collecting kidmin wisdom and more!

Show Notes:
Judging Books by their Covers
https://kidologist.com/2016/04/18/judging-books-covers/

Family Discipleship Blog Post
https://kidologist.com/2022/02/17/an-awesome-adventure-with-parents/

Facebook LIVE of Easter Miraculous Show:
https://www.facebook.com/karl.bastian/videos/690852128635097

Egg Olympics Highlight Video
https://youtu.be/SYay8p7ft74

Undercover Queen May Series:
Kidology.org/undercoverqueen

Kidology.org/facebook (Our FB Group)

Get a free copy of Karl’s Book A Bright Idea:
Kidology.org/donate