These are keyboard shortcuts for doing word processing or any kind of transferring of text, graphics, or elements in the computer world. Whenever I’m “training” folks on how to interact with computers, I like to help establish a pattern or practice that transcends a particular program or application. For instance, you can access cut, copy and paste […]
A little over a month ago, my wife and I sat down to create and agree to a set of boundaries around our use of technology. Basically it was her telling me to get off my phone and pay attention to our family! While I tried to justify my actions because I mainly read articles […]
Even though this video’s tone about marriage is fairly sarcastic and snarky (and possibly offensive for some), it is pretty culturally accurate. What do you think? TED talk description: In this funny, casual talk from TEDx, writer Jenna McCarthy shares surprising research on how marriages (especially happy marriages) really work. One tip: Do not try […]
Sari and Macie were both given ring pops by their daycare providers the other day. Nothing unusual. They typically get a “treat” at the end of the week if they have been good. Usually I slip these weekly treats in my pocket before the girls see them so they don’t whine and fuss over them […]
Things have been going well for the young church Jesus started and the Holy Spirit was empowering. Even though Peter and John were brought before the Sanhedrin and told to stop it, things were relatively serene for this young movement. Until a married couple named Ananias and Sapphira attempt to lie about what they sold […]
Unbelievable! I’ve seen neat graphics and photographs of the different stages of prenatal development, but never an imaging video like this. Simply amazing! My favorite part of the presentation was when the presenter said: “…it is hard not to attribute divinity to it…” Another quote: “Even though I am a mathematician, I look at this […]
Recently, Amanda and I have going through the Alpha Marriage course with our church. One of the sessions early on talked about “active listening.” In our increasingly loud and fast-paced culture, it’s difficult to actually listen to what your spouse (or anyone else) is saying sometimes! It was a great session. So is this related […]
This is a helpful video that offers suggestions to keep our creative juices flowing… HT Doug Fields source YouTube
Summer Bible camp is a wonderful opportunity to spend an entire week with children and/or teenagers without outside distractions. Just think, if you have Monday through Friday with your campers that equals about 60 waking hours with them. If you see your students at church EVERY week for an HOUR, then a focused week of summer […]
Everyone likes to win. I like to win. It feels great to beat a cocky middle schooler who thinks he’s the great air hockey player in the world! However, when I really think about it… while I like to win, I really enjoy just playing. As in the comic above, Calvin was at a loss […]
Every year, the Internet grows and grows, both in interactivity and storage. We’ve looked at what happens in 60 seconds on the Internet as well as the vastness of the Internet back in 2010. Below is an infographic on what happens in “A Day in the Internet”: HT ChurchMag
The new WI Kids Camp website is up and running! http://www.wikidscamp.org It’s got current information about the upcoming Kids Camp 2012 as well as lots of archived content. I’m excited that Dave Dixon is speaking at Kids Camp this year! He’s been working on rope illustrations to go along with the Bible stories and Memory […]
What if it was illegal to clean your room? I know… that would be so cool, wouldn’t it?! But then someone came along and shared with you the Gospel of Being Clean, or the Gospel of Not Being a Slob. And you think: “Yeah, I want to clean my room.” But that lands you in […]
So the promised Holy Spirit had arrived, and with it had come the power of tongues–the ability to hear and understand the Gospel of Jesus in one’s own language (without a barrier). Amazing. Along with the gift of tongues came the power of healing that Peter soon discovered when he and John were walking into […]
I came across this infographic about parent’s monitoring their children’s activity on Facebook. I was actually encouraged that the research seems to indicate that parents take monitoring their children online seriously. HT YouthMin.org
How to Play the “Ninja Feet” Game: Two participants stand facing each other with their fingers interlaced with their opponent. The object of the game is to be the first to step on one of the opponents feet. before they step on yours. In the process of stomping, the two participants cannot let go of […]
How to Play the Wreath Relay Game: Form teams based on the number of participants who want to play. We broke the group into 5 teams of 5 each. Then you pit two teams against each other with a Christmas wreath for each group. The participants may not use their hands (have them clasp them […]
Notes from: Creative Attention Getters Breakout Session @ CPC 2012 Orlando by John Tasch People make a decision in 8 seconds whether or not they are going to listen to you. If you don’t put on a program for the kids, they will put one on for you! If you’re not exhausted after your ministry, you’re […]
After Jesus gave his disciples their very important job description, he left. Which was difficult for his people. But, Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would come and empower them to do his work (because they wouldn’t be able to change the world, without the Holy Spirit). Kathy and the Main Street students act out […]
Notes from: What Makes ‘Em Tick? How Preschoolers Learn and Grow Breakout Session @ CPC 2012 Orlando by Karen Apple @ 1stthings1st.org Preschoolers learn more by what you DO, than what you SAY. Kindergarteners are more like preschoolers than school age kids (1st grade)… in Karen’s opinion. Greet kids first, then their parents. When a child shows […]