
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
What Does a Thankful Life Look Like?

Tuesday, October 30, 2012
My Month of Special Christmas Give-Aways is About to Begin!

I Have a Winner!

Monday, October 29, 2012
The Preschooler's Bible - I'm Giving One Away!
I Have a Winner!
Sunday, October 28, 2012
I Have a Winner!
Let's Pray So Our Children Grow in Jesus and Come to Know and Walk With Him!
I've been posting about doing the most important thing . . . praying for "eyes to be open" in our children's ministry. So . . . today I'm sharing another prayer for the children in your children's ministry - let's pray they will grow in Jesus and come to know and walk with Him!
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Pray for Eyes to be Open and for Children to be Drawn to God!
Friday, October 26, 2012
Halloween Resources
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Give Thanks Board!
I'm Giving Away a Go Fish the Gift of advent In Five Days!!

Wednesday, October 24, 2012
I'm Giving Away One, Go Fish - the Gift of advent!
Christmas is just 61 days away! So, what are you planning to do in your ministry to help the children in your church and community learn about the greatest Gift they could ever receive? What are your plans to help them learn how they can have the Gifts of Hope, Wisdom, Love and Joy and how these gifts change their lives? Do you have a plan to answer five important questions for them: Why is Christmas so important? Why did God send His Son to earth? Is our sin really that big of a problem? Did God really unveil His plan for our salvation way back in Genesis? Is Jesus coming back again? Well, if you are looking for a resource to help you do all these things, then definitely take a good look at the new Christmas curriculum from Go Fish . . . the Gift of advent!
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Go Fish - the Gift of advent - I'm Giving One Away!

Monday, October 22, 2012
The Sparkle Box - I'm Giving One Away!
Sunday, October 21, 2012
I Have a Winner . . .
VeggieTales Princess Petunia & the Good Knight - I'm Giving One Away!
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Go Fish The Gift of Advent . . . Watch for My Review and Give-Away!
VeggieTales the Ultimate Christmas Collection - I'm Giving One Away!
Christmas is only 65 days away . . . and my give-away of the VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection is only 13 days away! Veggies says, "We think VeggieTales: The Ultimate Christmas Collection will help families celebrate the season and get into the holiday spirit as they watch shows which teach lessons on the true meaning of Christmas, joyful giving, being content and how to love and forgive."
For the past several years VeggieTales has released Christmas stories . . . some of which have become my favorite Veggie stories! This year they put together a "Veggie Christmas Marathon!" This VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection features the entire Veggie Christmas collection, you'll find on two DVDs, It's a Meaningful Life, Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving, The Star of Christmas, The Little Drummer Boy, The Toy that Saved Christmas, Christmas Singalong Songs DVD and 25 Favorite Christmas Songs CD!
Friday, October 19, 2012
VeggieTales the Ultimate Christmas Collection - I'm Giving One Away!
Christmas is only 66 days away . . . if you are looking for something which you could use with the children in your ministry to help them understand what is most important about Christmas, consider the VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection as it includes the Veggie story of the Toy that Saved Christmas!

As I've been saying, for the past several years VeggieTales has released Christmas stories . . . some of which have become my favorite Veggie stories! This year they have put together a "Veggie Christmas Marathon!" This VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection features the entire Veggie Christmas collection, you'll find on two DVDs, It's a Meaningful Life, Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving, The Star of Christmas, The Little Drummer Boy, The Toy that Saved Christmas, Christmas Singalong Songs DVD and 25 Favorite Christmas Songs CD!
So, today let's take a closer look at The Toy that Saved Christmas!
So, today let's take a closer look at The Toy that Saved Christmas!
Go Fish The Gift of Advent . . . Watch for My Review and Give-Away!
Thursday, October 18, 2012
VeggieTales the Ultimate Christmas Collection - I'm Giving One Away!
Christmas is only 67 days away . . . if you are looking for something which you could use with the children in your ministry to help them understand what the real message of Christmas is, consider the VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection as it includes the Veggie story of the Star of Christmas!
As I've been saying, for the past several years VeggieTales has released Christmas stories . . . some of which have become my favorite Veggie stories! This year they have put together a "Veggie Christmas Marathon!" This VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection features the entire Veggie Christmas collection, you'll find on two DVDs, It's a Meaningful Life, Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving, The Star of Christmas, The Little Drummer Boy, The Toy that Saved Christmas, Christmas Singalong Songs DVD and 25 Favorite Christmas Songs CD!
So, today let's take a closer look at The Star of Christmas!
So, today let's take a closer look at The Star of Christmas!
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
I Have a Winner!
Open Our Eyes
VeggieTales the Ultimate Christmas Collection - I'm Giving One Away!
Christmas is only 68 days away . . . if you are looking for something which you could use with the children in your ministry to help them understand who "Santa" really was, consider the VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection as it includes the Veggie story of Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving!
As I've been saying, for the past several years VeggieTales has released Christmas stories . . . some of which have become my favorite Veggie stories! This year they have put together a "Veggie Christmas Marathon!" This VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection features the entire Veggie Christmas collection, you'll find on two DVDs, It's a Meaningful Life, Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving, The Star of Christmas, The Little Drummer Boy, The Toy that Saved Christmas, Christmas Singalong Songs DVD and 25 Favorite Christmas Songs CD!
So, today let's take a closer look at Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving!
So, today let's take a closer look at Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving!
This Veggie story covers timely issues with care, such as families losing their jobs and being in need of other's "joyful giving". It has a strong messages about the true meaning of Christmas, the true story of Saint Nicholas and how children - and families - can "give this Christmas away" by helping those in need!
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
VeggieTales the Ultimate Christmas Collection - I'm Giving One Away!
If you are looking for something which you could use in your ministry at a Christmas party, consider the VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection as it will help children think through and celebrate what Christmas is all about!
For the past several years VeggieTales has released Christmas stories . . . some of which have become my favorite Veggie stories! This year they have put together a "Veggie Christmas Marathon!" This VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection features the entire Veggie Christmas collection, you'll find on two DVDs, It's a Meaningful Life, Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving, The Star of Christmas, The Little Drummer Boy, The Toy that Saved Christmas, Christmas Singalong Songs DVD and 25 Favorite Christmas Songs CD!
So, today I'm delighted for the opportunity to share with you the Little Drummer Boy! Veggies took the classic story of the Little Drummer Boy and added their "Veggie touch" with songs, fun and most importantly, a much-needed lesson we all need to hear!
Monday, October 15, 2012
VeggieTales the Ultimate Christmas Collection - I'm Giving One Away!
Christmas is only 70 days away . . . it will be here before we know it . . . at least if you are an adult! If you are a child, I'm sure you'll think it will never arrive!
For the past several years VeggieTales has released Christmas stories . . . some of which have become my favorite Veggie stories! This year they have put together a "Veggie Christmas Marathon!" They say, "Plug in the tree, light the fire and get ready for the VeggieTales Christmas extravangaza!! Join Bob, Larry and the entire VeggieTales gang for a very Veggie Christmas marathon." This VeggieTales Ultimate Christmas Collection features the entire Veggie Christmas collection! With this collection, you'll find on two DVDs, It's a Meaningful Life, Saint Nicholas: a Story of Joyful Giving, The Star of Christmas, The Little Drummer Boy, The Toy that Saved Christmas, Christmas Singalong Songs DVD and 25 Favorite Christmas Songs CD!
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Book Review - Old Story New - I'm Giving Some Away!
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Blessings in Disguise and Dehumanizing People - Must Reads!
I have shared links to STRAIGHT4ward with Loretta Baughan in past posts and want to share two more with you today and ask a few questions for you to consider . . .
First, in her post, Blessings in Disguise, Loretta powerfully wrote about what happens when a parent learns their "precious child or other family member is afflicted with a health problem can turn everyone’s life upside down. A parent’s natural reaction is to move heaven and earth in an effort to do whatever it takes to solve the problem… to make things better. But that’s not always possible." She goes on to share her own experience as a mother with children who are "special blessings from God". A true must-read for all of us.
Secondly, in her post, Dehumanizing People, Loretta writes about how, "In schools across the country, districts using GLENCOE Education in Sexualitytextbooks, are subverting some students’ Christian, Pro-Life values by introducing a grey area concept in what is, and should be, a black and white issue. In teacher-led discussion, the class analyzes three different viewpoints on abortion… yes, three: against, in favor, and what they call “A Third View”. Loretta clearly explains what this "third view" is and shows how dangerous it is. Again, another must-read for all of us.
Take a few minutes and read both of these posts and then consider the following . . .
I Have Winners!
Friday, October 12, 2012
Free Christmas Program!
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Put Feet to Their Faith - Gifts of Hope

With the Gifts of Hope catalog you can pick items to give to children and families around the world . . . these items can . . . and actually do . . . change lives as people receive items they truly need - such as coats, seeds, farm animals, clean water, shelter and more - and most importantly, learn about the best Gift the world has ever received; Jesus!
I Have a Winner!
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Family Pick - Kyle Sherman - Hear Me - I'm Giving One Away!
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Second-Chance Give-Away - The League of Incredible Vegetables!
Parent's Night Out!
I'm happy and honored to introduce a new writer to you . . . Liz Wine! Liz has worked in children’s ministry in several capacities; from being a volunteer to currently directing a children’s ministry program. Her responsibilities include overseeing Sunday morning classes, selecting curriculum, running VBS, Parent’s Night Out and whatever else God plops into her lap! Liz especially enjoys working with special needs children and their families and spent a year in Rwanda teaching missionaries children. She has previously written poetry and other works for several denominational publications. When she is not working, Liz enjoys reading, watching movies, and laughing. Welcome, Liz, to About the Children's Department and thank you for being willing to share with everyone who reads this blog!
So, I am delighted to share with you Liz's first post . . . Parent's Night Out!
Monday, October 8, 2012
Where Does Your Church List Children's Ministry In It's List of Top Priorities?
Do you know where children's ministry "rates" on your church's list of top priorities? If you were to ask the leaders of your church, where would the rate children's ministry? Where would parents rate children's ministry? Do you know where grandparents rate children's ministry on your church's list of top priorities? Take a moment to watch this video . . .
Sunday, October 7, 2012
In Your Busyness, Don't Forget to Pay Attention!
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Freebies from Manners that Matter for Moms - & Two Books to Give Away!
Friday, October 5, 2012
Aim A Little Lower . . . Where Are You Aiming?
First Friday Freebies - Guildcraft (re-run)
I want to remind you of a free resource from Guildcraft. If you love to include crafting opportunities in your children's ministry, but may find yourself short of funds, be sure to check out Guildcraft Friday Freebies for free ideas and resources you can print and use in your ministry! You'll find resources for Pastor Appreciation cards, Fall resources, Thanksgiving items and a whole lot more . . . all of which are free for you to download, print and use! Check their facebook page, too for more great freebies!
Thursday, October 4, 2012
"Boil the Frog Slowly . . ." Check this Post from Loretta Baughan!

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Anything - Love = Nothing!

There! Did you listen to it? If not, please do!
Okay, now, a few thoughts . . .
I Have Two Winners!
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Put Feet to Their Faith - Gifts of Hope from WorldHelp
If you are like me you already have Christmas gifts for family members sitting in your closet and have a list made up in your mind of the items you still need to get. I LOVE giving gifts to people, so Christmas is clearly one of my favorite times of the year! However, along with giving gifts to my family, I also am making a point of involving my young grandsons in giving gifts to others. They are working on filling boxes for Operation Christmas Child, but we are also going to be choosing items from WorldHelp's Gifts of Hope so children and families around the world who are in need will be able to receive special gifts this year . . . and most importantly, learn about the Best Gift ever; Jesus!
Book Review - My Grandma & Me
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