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April 23rd, 2008 — Children's Ministry Links
Today, I took my 7 year old son along with the “Senior Saints” from our church to visit the Creation Museum in Covington, Kentucky (Near Cincinnati).
The drive is only an hour from our church and we’re doing the Answers In Genesis Vacation Bible School this year. So, I thought I would make the trip.
From the start I was very impressed with the level of technology and sophistication of the Creation Museum. All the exhibits were very well done, often using world class technology to present their solutions for the Bible versus Science questions. Everyone from our group was also impressed and several are making plans to come back with their grandchildren.
My 1st grade son was very interested, although he doesn’t have much interest in Evolution. At this point he simply says, “Dad, that apes turning into people stuff is so old, it doesn’t even make sense.” I have assured him that many people really have problems believing the Bible, he just doesn’t get it. I guess this is the beauty of a childlike faith.
Throughout the Creation Museum there were audio video presentations that added to the immersion learning environment. The dinosaurs moved, as did several of the biblical characters. Their overview of Bible history was compelling and held the whole time line of history together.
Some might object to the Creation Museum’s strictly young earth interpretation of Genesis, but I was glad to see them taking the Bible at face value on those issues.
It took our group three hours, which was probably a little short. I would say younger children would not be as enraptured with the museum as my son, although several families did have kids in strollers. If you are in the Cincinnati area, you should visit the Creation Museum.
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April 9th, 2008 — Children's Ministry Links
One way I try to keep current in children’s ministry is by reading all the major websites and blogs that cover the field. I often run across some great articles that I want to pass along to my readers. Please leave a comment or email me (TonyKummer@gmail.com) if you find this new feature helpful.
Free Mp3 Audio Bible Stories For Children
Christian Communicators Online has posted some children’s Bible stories in audio format.
Grandmother and experienced Bible teacher Joelee Chamberlain originally recorded these audio overviews of books of the Bible for her grandchildren, in an effort to help them understand the chronology of the Bible. . . We’ve found that children between the ages of 5 and 10 like them best, though younger children will probably enjoy them in the car or at nap time (many have trouble sitting still to listen at other times.)
Stories include: The Book of Genesis, God the Builder (argument from design for children), The Book of Exodus, The Books of Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy, The Book of Joshua, Judges and Ruth, 1 Samuel, The Life of Jesus, Acts.
How to have a Devotion with an 18 month old
Emily Wallace has written about her experience leading her toddler in devotion time. Be sure to read her helpful advice. This might be a good one to pass around your preschool ministry.
10 Week Vacation Bible School Strategy
Pastor Mike Stover has posted a guide to help you get on track with your VBS planning. Check it out and see if you’re on pace for a great Vacation Bible School.
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March 25th, 2008 — Children's Ministry Links
You might notice our new banner in the sidebar pointing to Guildcraft Arts & Crafts. I want to encourage you to visit their website and check out their online craft supply store. They specialize in Vacation Bible School and Sunday school crafts.
Guildcraft Arts & Crafts is known for their excellent customer service and easy to use online store. You can browse their online craft selection at any of these links:
Thanks to Guildcraft for sponsoring Ministry-To-Children.com
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March 18th, 2008 — Children's Ministry Links
I’ve created a page to display a live updating headlines from all the children’s ministry blogs that I know about. You might want to check it out, it’s a great way to keep current in children’s ministry.
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March 18th, 2008 — Children's Ministry Links
One way I try to keep current in children’s ministry is by reading all the major websites and blogs that cover the field. I often run across some great articles that I want to pass along to my readers. Please leave a comment or email me (TonyKummer@gmail.com) if you find this new feature helpful.
Does The Bible Mandate Homeschooling?
I ran across this interesting article on the Pulpit Magazine Website. Nathan Busenitz writes:
Some of our readers indicated that they consider home school to be more than just a preferred option for educating their children. They consider it a biblical mandate, and therefore the only real option for Christian parents.
One of the primary passages used to defend this position (that home schooling is the biblical option) is Deuteronomy 6:5–9. In today’s post, we will examine that text from the standpoint of the home schooling discussion.
Instructing A Child’s Heart
I’ve added a link to my sidebar to promote the new parenting book by Tedd Tripp titled Instructing a Child’s Heart. Here is a short video where he explains why he wrote this sequel to Shepherding a Child’s Heart.
How To Memorize Anything
Here is an article with practical tips for memorization. This can be applied to just about anything. Some of these ideas might be helpful for children memorizing Bible verses.
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