KIDZONE CHURCH LIVE 2008 BETTER THAN 2007

This year's KIDZONE CHURCH LIVE! 2008 at the PICC Forum Tent was so much better than last year.

The event held last 2007 was our very first major event done in a major venue - The Philippine International Convention Center. We had about 1,000 kids and about four hours of activities that just totally brought the energy levels of all KZC coaches to its minimum. There were plenty of things we did that we should not have done and we were willing to learn from these mistakes.

This year, we came back with more wisdom.

We changed the placement of the stage and had the chairs surround it just like a concert theater. Instead of having four hours of programs, we just alloted a two-hour worship service for kids complete with praise and worship songs. The coaches added bonus stuff like action songs, puppets and the mime. It was so cool watching the coaches do their stuff.

As for me, I was given about 30 minutes to teach a lesson. This year's lesson was entitled "BEING THE BEST IN LIFE." It was a big challenge because I had to teach 800 kids in 30 minutes or so. A normal 5 year old has an average two to three minute attention span. So you could just imagine what I was about to encounter. Good thing God gave me wisdom.

The sermon was based on the hit Pixar movie "CARS" (which is one of my favorite films). I talked to the kids about Lightning McQueen and how he transformed from being a rookie without heart to a real racecar with heart. During a crossroad in his life, he meets new friends that teach him different values. In between principles that I taught, I included video snipplets that got the kids glued. And, YES, they were glued.

I was able to receive very positive feedback about the teaching from the kid's themselves. I was told they really learned a lot. Now, coming from these kids, they are not just honest but it does mean they got the point. Praise God!

This would be my second time to preach in a major venue. Not everyone get the opportunity and I am blessed to be given such.

The kids had snacks with the help of Universal Robina Corporation - makers of different snack foods. Thanks URC!

Will there be another KIDZONE CHURCH LIVE next year? We don't know. But I am proud of the KIDZONE CHURCH Coaches and staff and all those who helped out to make KIDZONE CHURCH LIVE! 2008 a God-glorifying event.

Until then, God bless.

KIDZONE CHURCH LIVE! IN JUST A FEW HOURS

In just a few hours, I will be at the PICC for the 28th Anniversary of WORD FOR THE WORLD. Simultaneously, I will be at the PICC Forum Tent with about 1000 kids for KIDZONE CHURCH LIVE 2008. I'm so pumped up and excited with what will happen.

I prepared the whole day my sermon and presentation. I hope the kids will learn more about God.

Just a quick post, guys. Please do pray for the Anniversary.

Until then, God bless.

KIDZONE CHURCH LIVE 2008

Word for the World Christian Fellowship (WWCF) will be celebrating its 28th Anniversary on November 9, 2008 at the PICC Plenary Hall. Program starts at 8am. As for me, I will be with the future WWCF church - KIDZONE CHURCH. Kids from ages 4 to 14 will be at the PICC Forum Tent. We've prepared loads of activities for them to enjoy.

I have the most awesome opportunity to share and speak life to them on Sunday. I will be doing a very unique sermon sharing. I've never done this before but it will be fun. I hope I can post some photos and videos here by Sunday.

I'm preparing now for the sermon. Really working hard to make this event truly memorable. Last year, we had about 1000 kids in the tent and we just had a blast. This year, we have learned from our mistakes and have streamlined the program so it will be memorable and relevant.

Please do pray for us as this is both exciting and challenging. I hope I can see you there somehow.

Until then, God bless!

LEGACY PROJECT AND OTHER STUFF

Hello folks.

Finally, the Legacy project of Word for the World will be out in a few days. The Special Events committee has worked so hard to put this long overdue plan into reality. I took really dedicated and hard-working people to put this three-volume set together. It took a lot of prayers and determination. It was not an easy task. There were hesitations, distractions, altercations and decisions that we had to encounter. Plenty of sleepless nights and frustrating times for myself, my wife, the writing cast and the editing team as we checked and double-checked every typo and photo.

Personally, I'd say this is the best work I've done so far. I have designed brochures and posters in the past. This is my best work yet. I humbly say this. I have poured so much of myself into this project that it took away alot from me. This project literally stretched my creativity both in design and in writing. I have yet to get back to my form. Even writing this blog is taking me longer that it should.

On November 9, 2008, the Legacy Book will be launched at the WWCF 28th Anniversary at the PICC. This is for the Project Caleb fund which will be used for the purchase of our new WWCF church site. We hope you can support us.

Right now, I am preparing for the KIDZONE CHURCH worship service at the PICC Forum Tent on November 9. We're very excited about this. I'm excited just to be with the kids again and my KIDZONE coaches whom I have not worked with for the longest time.

Also, I'm getting myself ready to finish my rquirements for school. Yup. I'm in school. I'm working on my masters degree. And, yes, it does involve typing and making reports. Like I said, I'm still trying to get back into sync here. My brain kinda went haywire due to excess creativity. But God is good.

Again, please do support the Legacy project. I'll keep you posted for more in a days to come.

Until then, God bless.

KIDZONE COACHES CHRISTMAS PARTY

This time. It's the coaches turn.

After a year's work, it's party time for the KIDZONE CHURCH coaches.

I am very proud of these wonderful bunch of people. They were able to help in turning the ministry into a better and more exciting place for kids. They have poured out so much to their kids and they are changing lives in their own small way.

I pray that the KIDZONE Coaches and staff will be blessed all the more this year and the next. God knows how much I love and care of them.

KIDZONE CHURCH's success is a culminated effort which is ALL for GOD'S GLORY.

See you guys next year. Take a break. You deserve it.

Until then, God bless.

KIDZONE-NEWMEDIA OUTREACH

Today, I was with some members of the new.media ministry and Kidzone Church at Haven for Children at Alabang for a Christmas outreach. We were able to minister and spend time with boys who were found in the streets of Manila and are now in the care of this wonderful foundation.

The aim is to rehabilitate. These kids are truly a blessing. Sometimes, when we go to these activities, we think about how we can minister. However, we didn't expect that they will also impact our lives. They are very respectful and endearing. We only spent a few hours with them but they touched our hearts in a special way that will go on till we die. No kidding.

We hope to return someday and not just Christmas time. The foolish things we do in life. Our kids get to suffer the consequences. But because of organizations like Haven for Children, they are given a new lease in life and a better future.

Folks. Don't forget to reach out too this Christmas.

Until then, God bless!!!

YES! That is Ronald McDonald at the KIDZONE CHURCH Christmas party. The kids had a blast playing games and having a wonderful time.

We had a wonderful year. KIDZONE CHURCH relaunched last July 2007 and things have been brighter and better. God has been good to this ministry and we want to give HIM ALONE all the glory.

We'll resume KIDZONE on January 13, 2008. What will happen in 2008? What I know is that we will continue to minister to kids and make church not only fun and exciting but meaningful and life-changing.

Thanks to all the kids who love KIDZONE CHURCH. This is your church.

Until then, God bless.

KIDZONE CHURCH LIVE

It was truly amazing. 1,100 kids packed the PICC Tent for a truly exciting time. My hats off to the coaches and staff who made this event possible. Also thanks to MAD SCIENCE (sponsored by Selecta Moo) and UNIVERSAL ROBINA CORPORATION for the snacks they gave.

Here's my video log.



To God be the Glory.

SPENDING TIME WITH THE 8AM WORKERS

I am blessed to be surrounded with such passionate workers. The 8AM workers are really passionate with their service to the church. It is very seldom that we find people who are willing to go through so much for the glory of God.

Being a worker is a commitment foremost to God. Every pastor much try his best to bring out the ultimate potential of each worker.

Today, we had some time of fellowship. We ate a lot of food brought by the workers. The mood was festive and the light. Thanks to all the workers for their continuous support.

On a side note, when I went out of the elevator today, two sweet kids from KIDZONE CHURCH greeted me with a loud "PASTOR RODNEY" and gave me a BIG HUG. At KIDZONE CHURCH, we are not afraid to hug. We all need HUGS somehow.

Why don't you give a HUG today?

Until then, God bless.

LAST SUNDAY OF JULY FOR KIDZONE CHURCH

I just got home from WWCF. I was at church the whole day today. Since July 1, I've been in church the whole day to supervise the transition of KIDZONE CHURCH towards its new system. I'm very happy to say that the kids, the coaches and the staff have adjusted to the new schedules and activities during Sunday School. It's far from what Sunday School was last month.

Next month, we will be starting with the new curriculum. Also, I will be returning to my pastoral duties at the 8AM service. I didn't notice that it's already 5 weeks.

As far as KIDZONE CHURCH, I will be visiting them every now and then. And I will be having a whole Sunday once a month with them. I will surely miss all my kids there. It's not like I'm going to another place. But because I've been with them for five weeks, they've grown into me.

Have to rest. I'll be up and early tomorrow because of my "school bus" duties to Rafa and Aida.

Until then, God bless.

KIDZONE CHURCH IS MOVING

I was suppose to blog last night but was so tired. I was at church the whole day for KIDZONE CHURCH. I'll be turning over the Sunday Service operations to the team leaders.

It's been three weeks since we launched KIDZONE CHURCH at WWCF and it's nothing but fun and excitement. I've been at KZC the whole day Sunday since July 1 and it can get very tiring. But the demands on my body is soothed by the hugs of my kids at KZC. Their smiles and hugs just warm me up and takes my tiredness away.

We're going to be celebrating one month next week. In just three weeks, with God's help, we were able to turn the ministry into a powerhouse ministry. I was told by the ministry's staff and teachers that they never expected this much growth in such a short time. We have 315 kids walking through the doors of the WorshipZone.

I am honored to be surrounded by people of potential. I thrive to be around people who can become better every day. The people who I interact with such as the coaches/teachers, junior coaches and staff and the children who attend KZC have so much potential in them that needs to be extracted in time. I cannot wait for them to start blooming.

I'll be back at the 8AM Sunday service by August. I didn't notice how time fast was.

I'll write some more later. I have some things to do for a while. I'll get back to you.

Until then, God bless.

COMING BACK TO BLOGGING

Hello folks. Ptr. Rodney here.

I am finding my way back to blogging. It has been months since I last put my log here. I've been busy with a lot of things which I will be updating you here. But I believe I have to return to blogging because it's more than just telling a story but telling you how God is so awesome.

On this site, you will get to see new things such as videos and pictures. Hopefully, this website will also be an extension of my personal ministry as a pastor. It is so exciting how technology can bring people together.

These past few months, I have decided to put my email address in my sermons as a way for people to contact me. I thank God because people have responded. They email me with words of encouragement and even asking for some advise or opinion. There have been people I was able to minister to using email. Sometimes, it's very hard to talk face-to-face especially if it's a sensitive topic. That's why people would send me an email. Others live in other countries. So I think it's obvious that they cannot meet me personally.

I hope to post more messages here soon. I'm preparing for a meeting with the KIDZONE CHURCH at 2Pm.

Until then, God bless.