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Manga Bible :: Tyndale House Publishers. For kids who don't like to read, reading the Bible seems impossible. Kids are very visual and concrete in their thinking. If they can't see it, feel it, taste it then it becomes difficult to learn and retain. The Bible is a massive book that even adults can be... Continue Reading →
The Jesus Storybook Bible. A great Bible for children! It is so important to teach children that the whole Bible points to and is about Jesus, the Rescuer. This site also has video clips of the stories.
I've missed writing the Chat Show for a few weeks so here are some highlights grouped together to catch up. Jokes: What is a cow's favourite holiday? Moo Year's Eve! What is gray and goes up and down? An elephant on an elevator or teeter totter or pogo stick, etc. Where do horses live? In... Continue Reading →
While our church does not use 252 Basics, there are some principles here in this blog that translate very easily. In other words, just change the titles of the resources to LEDGE Connection and the Living Inside Out at Home page. Good stuff! As most of you know, I’m a HUGE 252Basics fan. I love... Continue Reading →
I found an interesting blog by a children's pastor named Sam Luce. Most kids at our church don't bring their Bibles to church. I'd like to change that. But I also think that I and our teachers need to be more mindful of having kids use their Bibles when they bring them. Check it out,... Continue Reading →
There is stuff to talk about even though I didn't receive any submissions from kids this week. Parents: if you have any questions you want your kids to ask for you, have them fill out a form (wink, wink). Announcements: New Bible Reading Challenge for the Fall (go here). Great Adventure Cards (new trading card... Continue Reading →
Click on the link below for a simple game you can use to teach your kids about the Bible. It's from Focus Parenting (ie. Focus on the Family). Mealtime Moments-Jeopardy
If you haven't got your hands on a Hands-On Bible now is the time! Your family will love this updated NLT Bible. Even if you can't get the Bible, the website below has some good features. From the publishers: This new edition features... Updated, full-color tip-ins with engaging activities that kids love. A more portable size for... Continue Reading →
High Seas Expedition was a fantastic week where the church worked together to create a highly memorable experience for kids and families to look back on for the rest of their lives. The theme was God's love as shown through His Word. May His Word go out into the world, linger in people's souls and... Continue Reading →
I came across some simple principles to help your family more firmly establish your habit of studying the Bible together. I think they're basic, but a fantastic set of principles to master! Enjoy this article!
Pastor Steve is a Children's and Family Pastor. He communicates about parenting, family and children's ministry.
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