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Julie Cantrell “God is with Me” Books (Review & Giveaway)

Tony Kummer — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:15:15 +0000

Here are two wonderful new children’s books that will reassure young children of God’s love and protection. They are written by new author Julie Cantrell and titled “God is with Me through the Day” and “God is with Me through the Night.”

Each page has one line of text and adorable pictures of baby animals. What’s not to love. Plus they emphasize the protection and comfort that God provides for his children. “I am safe” and “I am loved” are recurring themes in each book. Children age 4 – 7 will learn to trust God even when they feel afraid, or lonely, or scared. The books also refer to well-known Bible characters like David and Daniel. This reminds the reader how God has always watched over those he loves.

As part of this review, I sat down with my own children to give them a test. My 1st grade daughter was really excited about the puppies and other baby animals. She read the books aloud to me and again to her 3-year-old brother. He loved to roar along with the baby bear. The smiling ostrich and monkeys were a bonus. My wife also approved and some un-churched relatives will receive a copy for Christmas. Needless to say, these books are quickly becoming favorites in my family.

These books have great ministry potential. At church, I’m adding copies to our preschool resource shelf. They are also on my short list for Christmas morning giveaways for the church kids. From a family ministry perspective, these books are a great asset for bedtime devotions.

You can read more from Julie Cantrell on her blog or the Facebook group for these books.

Giveaway: How You Can Win These Books

To enter this contest, leave a comment below saying how you would use these books if you win. Would you give them to kids at your church or read them at home with your children? Whatever you would do, just let us know in your comment.

On Monday 23 November, I will draw one random winner from the comments left on this post. They will get one copy of both books. Special thanks to Julie and ZonderKidz for donating the books and my review copies.

If this is your first time to leave a comment, it will take up to three hours for it to appear. I moderate new commentators to prevent spam. Just make sure you use a real email or I won’t be able to contact you. I can only mail the prizes to US addresses.

Video of Julie Talking About the Books

Giveaway: Free Children’s Ministry Logo Design

Tony Kummer — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:13:31 +0000

Do you need a logo for your Children’s Ministry? Then this giveaway is for you. Don Kick from Ministry Gear T-Shirts is offering to design a graphic logo for the first 25 readers who contact him.

Ministry Gear prints children’s ministry t-shirts and t-shirts for VBS.

Logo Giveaway Details

Ministry Gear will design a Children’s Ministry Logo for the first 25 Ministry-To-Children readers who contact them through their website
This is not to be confused with the free t-shirt design on our website which requires them to order T-Shirts from us, this is their design to have and use however they like!
They will have free access to our designer, who will work with them via e-mail until they are satisfied with their new design. (Max 2 hrs of design time – usually way more than enough!)

Giveaway: All-in-One Bible Fun Curriculum for Children

Tony Kummer — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 01:12:14 +0000

Last week I wrote a quick review of the All-in-One Bible Fun Curriculum from Abingdon Press. We liked the preschool edition and have used it twice in a preschool class at our church. It is definitely a useful resource to have on hand, especially if you need to hand something off to a last minute substitute.

These books are only $10 each – a great price for 13 weeks of lessons for Sunday School or Children’s Church. You can read a sample on the Abingdon Press or Cokesbury websites.

This contest is now closed, thanks to everyone who entered. Look for more giveaways soon.

The Giveaway: All-in-One Bible Fun

Abingdom press wants me to select three winners. Two will choose either elementary or preschool editions of the “Stories of Jesus.” One grand prize winner will win all four books in the curriculum series.

How To Win

To enter this contest, leave a comment below and share your favorite Bible Story to teach kids. On September 30, I will randomly draw 3 winners from the comments left on this post. If this is your first time to leave a comment, it will take a few minutes to appear. Make sure you use a real email or I won’t be able to contact you. The prizes can only ship to US addresses.

Memory Cross Starter Packs

Tony Kummer — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:11:14 +0000

I’m still not sure exactly how to describe the Memory Cross fold-out cards. They are an innovative product that help kids learn the Bible. They are interactive and really hard to put down. Just last week, they good people at Memory Cross sent me another set to giveaway here on the website.

I spent some time going through my sample kit and started getting excited about this product. I can imagine how much fun our church kids would have using them. Memory Cross makes a variety of different cards. They have Bible verse cards, Gospel witnessing cards, craft cards, and even custom cards if you need something special.

What really started me thinking was their nifty Halloween Cards. They are made to hand out with candy to kids doing Trick or Treat. They would be the perfect add-on to your church’s Trunk or Treat outreach.

Memory Cross Starter Kits

Each set has: (1) 24 pack Free Candy Plan of Salvation cards; (1) 12 pack The Commandments containing the Ten Commandments plus the two commandments Jesus gave; (1) 6 pack of the large blank craft cards; (1) large Picture Gospel; plus the current sample pack we include in every order or sample request. We even make sure the sample pack included with each order has different resources from the ones they’ve ordered. Each sample pack has a retail value of $36.36.

How To Enter

This giveaway has closed and the winners notified by email, thanks for playing!

To enter this contest, leave a comment below and share your favorite Bible verse for sharing the Gospel. On September 23, I will randomly draw 5 winners from the comments left on this post. If this is your first time to leave a comment, it will take a few minutes to appear. Make sure you use a real email or I won’t be able to contact you. The prizes can only ship to US addresses.

ESV Children’s Bible

Terry Delaney — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 02:43:23 +0000

I am not sure if our readers here at Ministry to Children are aware of the fact that I, Terry Delaney, also have a book review website called Christian Book Notes. As the name implies, it is a website dedicated to reviewing Christian books of all genres. A cool feature we have at Christian Book Notes is our giveaways. We try to do about two a month depending on the month.

To give our readers here at Ministry to Children a taste of the Christian Book Notes give away, we would like to give away a copy of the ESV Children’s Bible to a reader here.

This Children’s Bible is one of the best Bibles I have found for kids. It is a “real” Bible in that it is not a story Bible. It has 200+ full-color illustrations and a concordance “just like mom and dad’s Bible.” What is more, if you already own an ESV translation, you and your children can sit down for family worship and read together. You will be amazed at how much you learn from the illustrations and notes in the ESV Children’s Bible!

In order to win, simply sign up to receive the Christian Book Notes email or RSS feed. Then use this form to contact us so we know you entered. I generally post three reviews a week so as not to overload both your inbox and my brain!

The Drawing will be held this Friday at noon. The winner is Staci Inskeep. Congratulations and thank you all for entering. Stay tuned to Christian Book Notes for more giveaways.

Note From Tony K.: If you are a Christian who loves books, then Terry’s blog is a great one to follow. He writes very helpful book reviews from a Christian perspective. Plus he is always giving stuff away (like this ESV Children’s Bible).

Giveaway: “Four Weeks of Children’s Church”

Tony Kummer — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:29:58 +0000

Finding the right material for your children’s church ministry can be a challenge. But week after week, the kids in your church depend on you to teach them about God. One of the most used sections of this website is our Bible lesson plans for kid’s church.

That’s why I’m letting you know about another great ministry resource. Kristin McPherson, the creator of the Children’s Church Ministry website, contacted me with a really cool offer. She has released a helpful new ebook titled “Four Weeks of Children’s Church” – and she wants to give away three 3 copies here on our site. If you’ve never heard of Kristin’s website, you should check it out. She has tons of free content to help with children’s church.

This Contest Has Ended

Thanks again to everyone who entered and to the contest sponsor!

Just leave a comment below saying something like “I want to win.” For extra fun, you can tell me something unique about your kids church ministry. Next Monday 31 August 2009, I will randomly draw three winner from the comment section below. Make sure you enter the right email address when you fill out the comment form or I’ll have no way to contact you if you win.

“ABC’s of God” Sunday School Curriculum (Children Desiring God)

Tony Kummer — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:00:41 +0000

Over the last few years, our church has come to love the Sunday School curriculum from Children Desiring God. We have used their God-centered material in several formats including Sunday School, Children’s Church, Nursery, and the Wednesday night children’s ministry. I am personally very glad to promote Children Desiring God. Our kids (and Sunday School teachers) have discovered the Glory of God through this material.

The “ABC’s of God” is a 40 lesson curriculum designed for 1st – 3rd grade Sunday School. Although it can be adapted a little for age in either direction. It uses different letters to teach the character of God. The official description says:

Right thinking about God is essential for the life of faith. Using the alphabet as a framework for teaching the attributes of God, this study explores the delight that God has in Himself as the source, means, and purpose of all things. Each lesson asks and answers three key questions, “Who is God?” “What is He like?” and “How should I act toward Him?” as it presents a theology of God for children.

You Can Win The ABCs of God

This contest ended 3 July 2009 – after 498 entries it was the most popular giveaway we’ve ever done. Check the giveaway page for the latest contests.

Here is what the people from Children Desiring God have generously donated for this contest. This is everything you need for 40 weeks of Sunday School. The retail value of this giveaway is over $217.

The “ABC’s of God” Teachers kit (regular price $130)
10 student workbooks (regular price $8.75 each)

How You Can Enter

Just leave a comment below saying something like “I want to win.” For extra fun you can say why you would be excited to win. If you are new to Children Desiring God, check out the samples online and share your thoughts. I can only ship this one to US addresses. Next Friday 3 July 2009, I will randomly draw one winner for the comment section below.

First time commentators are held for my approval – usually within a few hours – after that they will display immediately. Thanks for entering!

Scripture Stickies: Bible Verse Stickers For Children

Tony Kummer — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:40:59 +0000

As a parent (and Children’s Pastor) I’m always looking for fun ways to help my kids learn the Bible. I just discovered Bible memory stickers Scripture Stickies and have worked out a product giveaway.

Scripture Stickies are Holy Bible verses to go. Each pack contains two copies of five different scriptures on a topic. Stick them on two different places or share the extra copy with a friend.

Peel the backing off each Scripture Stickies verse and stick anywhere. Scripture Stickies uses 3M’s adhesive technology so our product sticks on and removes easily just like a Post-It ® note.

Check out their website to learn more. They offer a club for moms, custom Bible stickers, and even study packs for the National Bible Bee.

Julie from Scripture Stickies was so pleased with the contest response that she is offering a 20% off coupon to our readers. Just enter the code MTC at checkout.

Scripture Stickies Give Away

They have offered a set of the kids study packs #1, 2 and 3 as the prize. You can see more details here. This giveaway has closed 22 June 2009 and the winner has been emailed. Thanks for your comments.

DiscipleLand Children’s Bible Curriculum

Tony Kummer — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 10:20:24 +0000

Many churches are looking at Children’s Ministry curriculum for next fall. So, I’m excited to tell you about a Bible curriculum called DiscipleLand. I first read about this material on Kidology where it has made a great impression.

Here a few strong points of their material:

holistic approach to making disciples
comprehensive approach to Scripture content
strong focus on the Gospel
strong focus on missions
powerful online and in home tools for engaging parents
costs less than other major publishers

The people at DiscipleLand are offering curriculum samples and a complete set of their Adventure series guides for 9-12 year olds so you can see for yourself why DiscipleLand stands out.

The giveaway ended 22 June 2009, but you can still download samples from their website.

How You Can Win DiscipleLand

To enter this contest, just leave a comment on this post. To make it fun you can tell us how you would use the curriculum if you win. If you really want to be cool, check out their sample downloads and share your first impressions!

For this giveaway we are only able to ship to U.S. addresses. I will draw one random winner on Monday 15 June 2009.

A Great Christian Book About Adoption

Tony Kummer — Fri, 22 May 2009 14:09:36 +0000

Terry Delaney, one of our writers on this blog, is giving away a signed copy of Russell Moore’s new book Adopted for Life. Just go to his website and leave a comment on his review of Adopted for Life.

Terry really – really – really likes the book. He writes:

Every pastor must read this book. I dare say that anyone who calls upon the name of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior needs to read this book. Never before has the glory of the doctrine of adoption been laid out in such practical terms of the adoption of children.

Kids Sunday School Place

Tony Kummer — Mon, 18 May 2009 23:19:38 +0000

This contest has closed and the winner notified by email. You can find a new giveaway every week on our giveaway page. Thanks for entering!

How much does your church spend on children’s Sunday school curriculum? If you are like most churches, it’s well into the hundreds. If you serve in a large congregation it could easily reach thousands of dollars.

This week’s giveaway is from the Kids Sunday School place. It is a membership website that provides everything – really everything – that a church would need for children’s sunday school.

Check out their website – they have several lesson plans you can download for free! Even if you don’t win, you should bookmark their site and try their free conent.

Their member’s area provides complete Sunday school lessons for children age 4 up to the 6th grade. They also have crafts ideas, object lessons, games, activities, skits, stories, songs, and teaching tips. All this is arranged in an easy-to-use topical index and by Bible story. I am really excited about this giveaway. Kid’s Sunday School Place is very user friendly. Besides $36 per year is an amazing value for all the content they offer.

What You Can Win

One individual membership (regular price $36)
Or one group membership (regular price $98)

How To Enter

Just leave a comment below saying something like “I want to win” or you could tell us why you want to win. Be sure to say which membership option you would prefer. Next Tuesday 26 May 2009, I will randomly draw TWO winners.

First time commentators are held for my approval – usually within a few hours – after that they will display immediately. Thanks for entering!

New VBS Curriculum “Stand Up For God”

Tony Kummer — Mon, 11 May 2009 11:38:03 +0000

This contest has closed and the winner notified by email. You can find a new giveaway every week on our giveaway page. Thanks for entering!

This week’s giveaway is from City Light Ministries, a Christian publisher that specializes in Vacation Bible School. Their curriculum is solid quality and will not break a tight church budget.

What You Can Win

The complete Stand Up For God Vacation Bible School curriculum, including teacher’s manual, applications, worksheets, coloring pages, craft ideas, song ideas, and memory verses. Regular price is $50 and since it’s digital product, this giveaway is available both US and international readers.

I checked out the sample lesson and I am very impressed with the Bible content of these lessons. City Light does not have the flashy packaging of the major publishers, but this curriculum is educationally and theologically solid. This is a great option for smaller churches with limited resources. It would also be perfect for backyard Bible club or a series in children’s church. Here are the lesson outlines:

Lesson One: “David and Goliath” – God is my Protector
Lesson Two: “The Servant Girl” – God is my Provider
Lesson Three: “The Furnace” - God is my Saviour
Lesson Four: Samuel “Do you hear me?” – God is my Counselor
Lesson Five: “Hosanna Cheerleaders”- God is my King

Obviously, this is a very God-centered option for VBS. Learn more about this VBS on their website or download a sample PDF. If you’re still shopping for this year’s VBS theme, check out all 5 of their VBS options. At $50 – you can’t beat the value.

How To Enter

Just leave a comment below saying something like “I want to win” or you could tell us why you want to win. Next Monday 18 May 2009, I will randomly draw TWO winners. (Very cool that they are giving away 2 copies!)

First time commentators are held for my approval – usually within a few hours – after that they will display immediately. Thanks for entering!

Memory Cross Bible Learning Tool

Tony Kummer — Tue, 05 May 2009 04:41:38 +0000

Have you heard about Memory Cross. These are little paper fold-outs that help kids learn the Bible or memorize scripture. I’m giving away a sample box with a solid selection of all their products. It’s worth at least $50. Here is their description:

Memory Cross is a fun and creative way to share the Gospel. Whether it is used as a witnessing tool or as a way to teach kids Scripture, this card makes it fun and easy.

How To Win

Just leave a comment below saying something like “I want to win” or you could be more creative and tell us how you would use the memory cross products. I can only ship this to winners only from 48 continuous US state. Sorry to our international readers. Next Monday 11 May 2009, I will randomly draw ONE winner.

First time commentators are held for my approval, after that they will display immediately. Thanks for entering!

This contest has closed and the winner notified by email. You can find a new giveaway every week on our giveaway page. Thanks for entering!

Watch This Video Demonstration

Another Example Of Memory Cross In Action!

Free Christian Puppet Scripts

Tony Kummer — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:45:50 +0000

This contest has closed and the winners notified by email. You can find a new giveaway every week on our giveaway page. Thanks for entering!

The people at CCES (Christian Counseling and Educational Services) wrote me with a special offer for our readers. They want to give away 3 puppet script books. The normal cost is 14.99 to download it as an eBook, but here is your chance to win.

The book includes 15 puppet scripts plus several articles that cover topics related to starting and managing a puppet ministry. All of the scripts are written so that they can be used with puppets or acted out by children.

So these can also be used for Sunday school skits or children’s church skits. You can download 4 sample scripts on their website right now. Here’s the link – Christian Pupet Scripts & Children’s Scripts.

To register for the giveaway just leave a comment in the section below. I’ll pick the names one week from today on 4 May 2009. Good luck and be sure to check out their sample puppet scripts.

First time commentators are held for my approval, after that they will display immediately. Thanks for entering!