We all have them in our club. The children who prepare at home and come with verses memorized, work complete and ready to pass the requirements. Then there are those who find the book right before club and begin studying once handbook time begins. A common criticism of Awana is that children only memorize the … [Read more…]
It’s Missionary Monday and today I am spotlighting Lanty Moss. I have served on the Moss’ ministry team since they became missionaries 3 years ago. It is a pleasure serving alongside of Lanty as he serves churches and helps equip them to reach children for Jesus through the Awana ministry. I asked Lanty some questions … [Read more…]
I don’t think that I have ever been to a church or an Awana club where I didn’t hear someone express concern and dismay about the lack of people volunteering and how they “needed” more people serving. I once did a Basic Training for a church seeking to start Awana. This was a small church, … [Read more…]
I recently ordered and received the newest venture between Awana and Jellyfish Labs (Phil Vischer) – i.e. I did not get a free copy to review. It’s called Clive & Ian’s Wonder Blimp of Knowledge. A DVD with 8 lessons for large group time for Awana. You will see all of the familiar characters from … [Read more…]
Working a full-time job, serving as an Assoc. Pastor of Children & Youth, maintaining CommanderBill.net, serving Awana in the region and caring for my home and family keeps me busy. I often find myself saying, if I only had more time, I could do this or that. Do you find yourself saying things like that? Well … [Read more…]