In this very personal, honest and direct podcast, Pastor Karl addresses one of the questions he is asked most often via email and in person, “How do know when it is time to leave a ministry?” Karl gives bold advice on the hard realities of ministry leadership, the challenges of working with imperfect ministry co-workers, reason not to leave, when you should leave, and practical advice on how to know when it is time to resign and seek a new church. He pulls no punches - you’ll be challenged and encouraged whether or not you are currently asking, “Should I stay or should I go now?”

Show notes:

The Ultimate Toolbox for Children’s Ministry
Kidology Ministry Management Series
Yosemite Summit
Two Models of Children’s Pastors (linked in this post)
Be God’s Man in God’s Place Story
His Yoke is Easy

KIDMIN TALK #176  Raising Kids Who Can Stand Strong

SHARE WITH YOUR PARENTS USING THIS LINK: Kidology.org/kidmintalk176

Parents and Kids Ministry Leaders know that raising kids today is MORE than challenging - at times it's scary. Our world is determined to lead our children away from God and more aggressively than we could have even imagined just a few years ago. Shocking statistics are posted daily of kids leaving the faith and the church. How are we to respond? The answer hasn’t changed. God provided the formula for raising kids who can stand strong against the world in HIs Word and it’s still not only the best but the ONLY strategy that works.

Today on Kidmin Talk I’m presenting a keynote address I gave years ago on this topic. While the calendar says some years have passed, the content is as relevant as if I had presented it this week. In fact, it is likely more needed now than even when I originally gave it.

It’s a message not only for church leaders but for parents too. It will give leaders ideas for how to challenge parents but will give parents practical and real-life ideas on where they can start today to prepare their kids so they will be ready when the time comes to stand on their own.

SHARE WITH YOUR PARENTS USING THIS LINK: Kidology.org/kidmintalk176

Mentioned on the Show:
Kidology Family Table Talkers

Leading and GROWING a SMALL Kids Ministry

After a touching and inspiring tribute to his Mom, the original “Kidologist” Pastor Karl talks about how to lead and grow a small kids ministry. Whether you have no kids, just a handful, or are struggling to grow a small ministry, this podcast will encourage you right where you are as well as provide some practical secrets on how to grow and even boost attendance. Are you up for the challenge?

Mentioned on the show:

• MOMstackle Course (YouTube Video)
• Ideas for DAD Derby (Facebook Group Thread)
• Kidology Recruiting Tools
• Kidology's All About Me Sheet
• Kidology's Ultimate Toolbox for Children's Ministry
• it BIBLE Curricululum
• Undercover Queen Series
• The Program Pyramid
• A Bright Idea book
• Job Descriptions Template

Kidology 101 - Secrets of Effective Kid Communicators

For this SPECIAL EPISODE Karl offers up a fun LIVE presentation you will thoroughly enjoy! From funny stories to learning how to properly shoot a straw, you’ll laugh, be inspired, and be reminded of why you got into kids ministry in the first place. It’s a podcast you’ll want to pass on to a friend in kids ministry too! Just send them to Kidology.org/kidmintalk174

In case you have to see it yourself:

Jedi Karl on CBS News

Pastor Karl opens a big Can of Worms on this podcast with a topic he has discussed privately and in seminary classrooms but never publicly until now. What adult ministry trends have had a negative impact on Children’s Ministry - and how can and should children’s ministry leaders adapt in response? It’s a thought-provoking discussion sure to challenge and stimulate. You've likely never heard this theory before on how some positive trends in adult ministry have had a negative impact on children's ministry. Stewards of kids ministry need to react wisely and proactively - the future is at stake.

Mentioned on the Show:

The Great Commission - Matthew 28:18-20
Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 1Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

FEATURED SPONSORS:

• KidCheck Online Check-In
• My Brand New Life Follow Up Booklet

KIDOLOGY RESOURCES:

• Bible Ninja Warriors Sunday
• Undercover Queen Series
• 2022 it Bible Curriculum Scope & Sequence
• Kidology Four Pillars eBook Download
• Kidology Table Talker Family Devotionals
• Awesome Adventure Discipleship Book
• Next Steps for Kids Course

KIDOLOGY and other links:

• Kidology Theorem #26 Do As I Say, Not As I Do
• Blog post about Awesome Adventure Discipleship with Parents
• FB Post that inspired this podcast
• Dale Hudson - Something That Recently Scared Me in Children’s Ministry
  
  
  
  
   

The police surround Karl as he preps for a kidmin event? EGGciting Easter results! Family discipleship wraps up - great kidmin books, collecting kidmin wisdom and more!

Show Notes:
Judging Books by their Covers
https://kidologist.com/2016/04/18/judging-books-covers/

Family Discipleship Blog Post
https://kidologist.com/2022/02/17/an-awesome-adventure-with-parents/

Facebook LIVE of Easter Miraculous Show:
https://www.facebook.com/karl.bastian/videos/690852128635097

Egg Olympics Highlight Video
https://youtu.be/SYay8p7ft74

Undercover Queen May Series:
Kidology.org/undercoverqueen

Kidology.org/facebook (Our FB Group)

Get a free copy of Karl’s Book A Bright Idea:
Kidology.org/donate

RUNNING ON EMPTY: an Encouraging Word from Pastor Karl or "How do you take your life back from the church?" If your tank is running out of gas, how do you keep refilling while going full speed ahead?

For a copy of Karl’s complete notes from RUNNING ON EMPTY (as mentioned on the show) drop an email to karl@kidmintalk.com. As an added bonus, they will be sent with a prayer for you as you seek to find a healthy balance between your personal life and ministry life. It’s not easy, but it IS possible!

Plus, Karl shares his report from the EGG Olympics Event!

Pastor Karl Goes to Big Church - aka “Adult Care” and shares a message based on his Miraculous Series. He talks about more than the miracles of Jesus; he talks about how to experience miracles in your life today. It’s funny, it’s serious, it’s personal, it’s challenging.

Karl's sidekick Gus even makes an appearance!

This BONUS EPISODE is available on all your favorite podcast platforms but also on YouTube if you’d like to watch as well as listen. Share via Kidology.org/kidmintalk170

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/Y3dNp2s1klM

Show Notes:

Mentioned on the show today:
Karl’s Easter Series: Miraculous, Marveling at the Miracles of Jesus, available at Kidology.org/miraculous

Also, Karl’s Book, A Bright Idea, which tells the stories of the miracles God has done for Kidology over the years. Available at Kidology.org/donate

Reach Karl at karl@kidmintalk.com

Learn the 7 P's for Pulling Off Great Kidmin Events! Plus, Karl tells of the time he got into a fight with a dad at a church event, shares an overview of the upcoming curriculum series Undercover Queen, and more!

SHOW NOTES:

The 7 P's:

Through them all: PRAYER!

1. Peace (the Holy Spirit)
2. Place (the Where)
3. Parts (the What)
4. People (the Who)
5. Planning (the When)
6. Prep (the How)
7. Pay Off? (the Why)

Mentioned on the Show:

kidology.org/eggolympicslogo
Kidology.org/it
Kidology.org/undercoverqueen
Kidology.org/agentsofacts
Kidology.org/nerfwars
Kidology.org/toolbox

This week Pastor Karl shares his church's new strategy for Easter Outreach; tackles current controversy over heresy with a popular curriculum; shares an idea for a Christian comic lending library; gives an update on his Parent-Kid Discipleship Group, and more!

Mentioned on the Show:

Kidology.org/kidmintalk
Kidology.org/undercoverqueen
Kidology.org/mybrandnewlife
Kidology.org/tabletalkers
Kidology.org/goodnews
Kidology.org/awesomeadventure
Kidology.org/eggolympics (COMING SOON if not live yet)
Kingstonecomics

American Underdog is the story of Hall-of-Famer Kurt Warner pursuing his dream of becoming an NFL quarterback. His son Zach is portrayed by Hayden Zaller, who stole the show! His own personal story is inspiring, and that's why, when Kidology was granted the opportunity to help promote the movie, I chose to interview Hayden!

Part 3 of a 3-Part Year-End Special where Pastor Karl breaks out the ol' cassette tape sermons from decades ago to see just how timeless the Word of God truly is. Today's message Karl almost doesn't want to share - it contains a long-forgotten secret of the ancient church fathers that has been hidden within a Latin code that Karl deciphered many years ago and prefers to keep to himself, and yet, the impact it has had on his spiritual life is so profound, he is compelled to share it. So you are welcome to listen but don't share it with too many people. Let's keep this spiritual Latin code to ourselves.

Part 2 of a 3-Part Year-End Special where Pastor Karl breaks out the ol' cassette tape sermons from over 25 years ago! Today's message from 1997 is as relevant today as the day he first delivered it on a Sunday night in the inner city of Chicago. So often in life or ministry, we see God blessing those around us and wonder if He has overlooked us and forgotten our needs and prayer requests. Does God ever get distracted and forget the promises He made to us? Or could He be up to something we just can't see? It's a message that will encourage and give you hope if you are secretly wondering if God hasn't gotten a little distracted.

Part 1 of a 3-Part Year-End Special where Pastor Karl breaks out the ol' cassette tape sermons from over 25 years ago! Today's message from 1995 is as timeless as the Scripture it is based upon and a perfect reminder as we focus on PEOPLE in our ministry. Enjoy a much younger Karl as he challenges you to keep your schedule tentative and to be ready for ministry opportunities that may surprise you at any moment.

What is the Kidmin Secret Sauce? (It might surprise you!) Plus, hear the story of when young Karl caught his bed on fire, Jesus falling off the cross, and MORE!

Pastor Karl Bastian is BACK! He's tweaking ministry to address common frustrations, shares about when a dad tried to beat him up, gives a powerful but unknown iPhone tip, and many more helpful tips!

Pastor Karl is back with some encouragement on how to embrace the NOW in your ministry, practical tips on calling references of potential volunteers, resource recommendations, and a great story about discipling a young boy who asked a question that stumped every pastor Karl asked!

Special Edition! Pastor Karl Bastian shares a webinar he gave to his Kidmin Academy Class, "Bringing the Bible to Life." In this presentation, he shares secrets to Making Your Class Rock! How to be a teacher that rocks, create a room that rocks, and ultimately, how to rock the world of your students.

On this episode of Kidmin Talk, Pastor Karl tackles questions from members. He covers topics like specialized ministry focus, dealing with the "child care" mentality, transitioning kids to youth, dealing with sagging worship, kids and Bibles, helping boring leaders, and more!

SECRETS REVEALED! What if you improve communication AND save time? In this podcast Pastor Karl Bastian, founder of Kidology.org, shares some tips for e-mail, social media, and video editing that will not only save you time but improve the quality of your communication.

In this special edition of Kidmin Talk, Pastor Karl shares a Zoom Call from his coaching group - where they discuss one of the most important skills you need in ministry: Getting Along with People.

The primary reason for failure in ministry has nothing to do with skills or performance. Instead, it's a failure to get along with others.

Learn the secrets of getting along with others, especially difficult people!

Ministry is a Minefield of Distractions! How do you FIND FOCUS to get done what YOU need to get done each week? Pastor Karl shares 5 Secrets to finding more focus as you do your ministry!

Pastor Karl Bastian, founder of Kidology.org talks about his three favorite ways to connect with kids in today's digital world. Paper take-home handouts are no longer the best tool. You'll love these modern options!

You don't get a second chance to make a great first impression! In this episode, Pastor Karl, founder of Kidology.org, gives PRACTICAL ideas on how to make sure every guest to your church leaves with a GREAT First Impression!

In this episode of Kidmin Talk, Pastor Karl Bastian shares his Top Three Kidology Resources for your Kidmin in the New Year: it's time to take a look at your philosophy of ministry; a quick, easy way to get to know your kids; and a tool that will take your ministry to the next level in this new year!