Karl Bastian's Podcast (Formerly Kidmin Talk)

Kidmin Talk #183 Getting Parents to do Your Bidding On the podcast today, Pastor Karl answers several questions from listeners about Family and Parent Ministry by addressing how to really C.A.R.E. for Parents by Challenging, providing Activities, Resourcing and Encouraging! Parents aren't the enemy or hindrance to ministry, they ARE our ministry. Mentioned on the show: Kidology Table Talkers...

KIDMIN TALK #182 - Scope and Seekwhat? Those Older Boys and More! On today's pod Pastor Karl takes questions from students at Kidmin Academy ranging from how to teach a wide age range, to engaging those older boys, to how to determine what to teach and whether the pastor should teach or not and more! Share with Kidology.org/kidmintalk182 PLEASE SUBSCRIBE and HIT THAT ALERT BUTTON TOO! Enjoy K...

Kidmin Talk is BACK! I broke my podcast! LOL #1 Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts ! Look for the new LOGO (blue background) and ignore the old one with the picture of me. (The one that only goes through only episode 141, Apple refuses to delete it.) If you are subscribed to the OLD one, you are missing out on my wonderful pontificatations on kids ministry! LINKS FROM THE SHOW: Kidology.org/1230 (...

KIDMIN TALK #180 It’s 2023 and Pastor Karl is BACK! It’s been awhile, but he’s back with ministry exciting and PRACTICAL ministry updates, tips for helpful TOOLS on Kidology.org that will make your job EASIER (including recruiting and communication!) and then some SUPER INSIGHTFUL TIPS on implementing CHANGE in a way that won’t get you in trouble with those who are on the receiving end of the chan...

KIDMIN TALK #179 A Kidmin Checkup! Part A in the NEW ABC's of Kidology Series A = ASSESSMENT Pastor Karl guides leaders through a very real and practical grid for assessing their ministry health in this helpful podcast. It is essential to periodically hit "pause" on ministry to evaluate the health of ourselves and our ministry. Looking through the framework of our Time, Talents, and...

KIDMIN TALK 178 - Kidmin on MISSION Rise above the weekly to-do's and lead a ministry that is focused on the MISSION of Children's Ministry. Yes, you've got to get stuff done, but when you have a clear focus on the WHY, the what becomes much more motivating. Today, Pastor Karl explains how he unpacks his children's ministry Mission Statement for his leaders at his volunteer ori...

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 kn...

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 post...

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 att...

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 Kidolo...

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 t...

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...

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...

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 al...

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)...

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 Kido...

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! Support the show

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 hims...

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 request...

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 sur...

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! Support the show

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! Support the show

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! Support the show

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. Support the show

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! Support the show