(photo originally uploaded to Flickr by redwoodparkchurch) I ran across this post by Michael Spencer (a.k.a. InternetMonk) while I was perusing one of Scot McKnight’s Weekly Meanderings. Someone had brought up the issue that proselytizing anyone under 18 is manipulative and tantamount to child abuse. In response, Spencer brings up some interesting thoughts about evangelism … Continue reading
I really like this song! I’m contemplating showing it to the Grade 5/6 group and discussing it. What do you think of the song? You can get Michael Gungor’s CD at Amazon. Hey you can even download the entire album or just the song “White Man.”
(photo originally uploaded to Flickr by Scott & Elaine van der Chijs) The best thing about going on vacation is that you get to escape for a while. At least that is what you hope for. Last week I got back from one of those vacations that you wish went longer. We got to reconnect … Continue reading
(photo originally uploaded to Flickr by Thomas Hawk) A few days ago, I posted a link to a humorous video about a kid’s questions about Jesus and talked about the need for us to take kids more seriously when it comes to spirituality. I’ve been doing some more thinking about that challenge. When I was … Continue reading
(picture originally uploaded to Flickr by Daniel Y. Go) My favourite question this time of year is, “Things slow down for you, right? Going to take some time off?” I know that same can be said of some other jobs and ministry areas, but summer is a busy time for children’s ministry with day camps … Continue reading
O Human Child, originally uploaded by Beppie K. I see one of my roles as a children’s minister is to capture the imagination of a child. This is more than simply passing on information or making sure kids can recite the four spiritual laws. It’s about helping children see and know a God who knows … Continue reading
I’ve been waiting months and months to let the cat out of the bag, and now I am officially able to announce it!!! I am the co-author of Don Miller’s new book coming out in September! I know! I couldn’t believe it either! I still can’t believe it! Read the official press release here. … Continue reading
(photo originally uploaded to Flickr by freakgirl) Well, earlier yesterday I tried to upgrade my WordPress from 2.7 to 2.8 because my good friend Kenny Conley had done so and loved it. Something went terribly wrong, though, when I tried to do the one-click upgrade: my blog got erased! (I no longer want to be … Continue reading
(picture originally uploaded to Flickr by clevercupcakes) A friend of mine, Matt Guevara, recently received his Masters in Children and Family Ministry from Bethel Seminary. He posted this about his views on the importance of higher education when it comes to being in children’s ministry. Here’s a quote: “…I spent more time finding out where … Continue reading
// (video uploaded to YouTube by deathawiats) I ran across this video on Scot McKnight’s blog. Here is a repost of the comment I left there: I am trying so hard not to laugh because my wife is asleep next to me. What a great video to introduce people to the world of a children’s … Continue reading
