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| News @ LOGOS |
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| LOGOS Resources Are Going All Digital |
As you may know, LOGOS curriculum and resource books have been marked down this fall in order to clear our entire warehouse inventory. This sale makes way for the expansion of the LOGOS Media Resource Center, which beginning December 1, 2010, will offer all LOGOS publications in digital format only.
This means that you can choose the publication you need, purchase it, download it to your own computer, and print it on the same day, saving you time, shipping charges and allowing you to print only what you really need, exactly when you need it, year after year.
What about Faith for Life2?
Faith for Life2, LOGOS’ premier closely-graded Bible curriculum is currently available as a download from in both student and teacher versions --- and after December 1, 2010 will be available only by digital download.
Faith for Life2 downloadable books have been priced to make them affordable for every church. Each Student Book download is priced at $69 and each Teacher Guide down load is $39. A Student Book/Teacher Guide combination for any one grade is priced at $99. The download price for each and every digital book includes a license to download and print as many copies as you need. Once downloaded, the files (in PDF format) can be printed in either black and white or color for use in your classrooms…for as many children and teachers as necessary. [Downloaded files are not transferable to any other church or ministry.]
What other LOGOS books are available?
Digital download publications include: Faith for Life2, LOGOS @ Home, our popular Family Theme books, Pre-School LOGOS, and Christian Relationships. We plan to keep adding to our download library regularly throughout the coming months.
You don’t have to wait until December --- go now to the LOGOS Media Resource Center ( www.logosresources.com ) and get your Bible study curriculum and LOGOS ministry resources at an affordable price, in a convenient format… and save money and time.
August 24, 2010 |
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| LOGOS Warehouse Clearance Sale! |
LOGOS curriculum and resource books have been marked down in order to clear our entire warehouse inventory! This Warehouse Clearance Sale begins on August 16, 2010 and offers you the opportunity to purchase what you need now --- and what you’ll need later --- for your LOGOS weekly ministry or Sunday School.
For a full list of available titles, clothing sizes and prices, go to www.thelogosstore.org.
Now’s the time to expand your children’s ministry library and stock up on Faith for Life2 curriculum. Plan ahead and be prepared for this fall---and beyond.
All major credit cards are accepted. It’s easy to order and pay online at www.thelogosstore.org!
August 17, 2010 |
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| New Interim Executive Director Named |
Todd Barlow, President of the LOGOS Board of Directors, announced today that effective August 1, 2010 Edgar T. Carlson has accepted a call to become the ministry’s new Interim Executive Director. In addition to his new duties, Ed will continue to serve as pastor of the Clyde Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Clyde, Ohio.
Ed comes to The LOGOS Ministry after retiring from a 30 year career in the healthcare industry. During his tenure, he served in several key senior management positions and retired in 2005 from healthcare administration as the Chief Operating Officer of Trinity Health Systems.
Shortly after retiring from healthcare, Ed received a call to ministry and was commissioned and called to serve as the pastor of Clyde Christian Church in May 2007.
Ed is no stranger to LOGOS. In fact, he has been a member of The LOGOS Ministry Corporation, served on the Finance Committee, and prior to assuming his new role, served on the Development Committee.
As part of his announcement, Mr. Barlow said, “ The LOGOS Ministry has been on a journey in faith and service to youth, children and adults for more than forty-seven years. As we continue our journey, we are pleased Ed has accepted the call to become our Interim Executive Director. He is a man of faith and a gifted organizational leader.”
Former Executive Director Rev. Thomas M. Beagan will become a member of the LOGOS Board of Directors effective August 2, 2010.
July 29, 2010 |
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| Executive Director to Leave LOGOS |
Today in an e-mail message to LOGOS friends and supporters, Todd Barlow, President of the LOGOS Board of Directors, announced that Rev. Thomas M. Beagan, Executive Director, has submitted his resignation from The LOGOS Ministry effective August 1, 2010. Rev. Beagan has accepted a call to be the new Executive Pastor of Charter Oak United Methodist Church in Greensburg, PA.
In his message, President Barlow acknowledged Tom’s exceptional service and contribution to LOGOS during his 10-year tenure, and extended the very best wishes of the entire Board and staff to the Beagan family. Mr. Barlow assured all stakeholders that planning for the Ministry’s future was underway and that Rev. Beagan will continue to contribute to that process as a newly named member of the Board of Directors.
An interim Executive Director will be named to lead the LOGOS organization in the very near future.
June 25, 2010 |
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| The LOGOS Ministry Receives Endorsement From the Baltimore Presbytery! |
“In April of 2009 the Presbytery of Baltimore hosted The LOGOS “Hey You!” workshop led by Liz Perraud, the Northeast Regional Coordinator. The workshop was attended by 30 people representing 18 different Presbyterian churches. They identified themselves as pastors, Associate pastors, Christian educators/Directors of Children’s Ministry, Nominating Committee Chair, Clerk of Session, Elders, and Commissioned Lay Pastors. The workshop was engaging and was well received by those in attendance. It led participants to explore the biblical foundations of calling people into service, consider how to help volunteers identify their giftedness and areas of interest, and offered a practical process for finding volunteers to engage in Christian ministry, not just church work. I highly recommend it!”
- Rev. Jane B. Johnson
Associate for Leadership Development, Education, & Youth
The Presbytery of Baltimore
Posted May 27, 2010 |
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| LOGOS Launches New iPhone Application |
Our new Family ‘round the Table iPhone application is now available from the iTunes store. For just $.99 users can get the entire 156 week library of Family ‘round the Table sessions that are highlighted monthly in our Heartfelt newsletter for parents. Each session provides parents with ideas and information for conducting a fun and spirit-filled activity with their children with an emphasis on faith formation.
The new iPhone application is delivered as a searchable database and will allow parents to select a session that meets their specific needs (e.g., menu, activity, Scripture reference, etc.) Family ‘round the Table is a ground-breaking iPhone application and is available now!
Posted February 23, 2010
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| LOGOS 2010 Conference Early Bird Deadline EXTENDED! |
SNOW, SLEET, RAIN…all over the US, weather has been impacting our lives, and our meetings! LOGOS has extended the Summer Conference Early Bird registration deadline to March 1, 2010 to help those who have not been able to gather for summer conference meetings at their local churches.
Don’t forget: The Early Bird Registration deadline is now MARCH 1, 2010.
For more information on fees and deadlines click here
Conference East will be held from July 11-17, 2010, on the campus of Radford University in Radford, VA.
Conference West will be held from July 11-17, 2010 at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, CO.
Bring your youth to a LOGOS Conference…and be transformed!
Posted February 9, 2010 |
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| LOGOS 2010 Summer Conference Early Bird Deadline is February 15th! |
Each summer, LOGOS sponsors week-long retreats to provide youth and youth leaders with an opportunity to participate in inspirational worship and Bible study, engage in sports and recreational activities, build and enrich Christian relationships…and to just have fun! Conference participants enjoy a week of kingdom of God living in a casual camp and retreat setting while experiencing a LOGOS-inspired program.
Conference East will be held from July 11-17, 2010, on the campus of Radford University in Radford, VA.
Conference West will be held from July 11-17, 2010 at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, CO.
Bring your youth to a LOGOS Conference…and be transformed!
Don’t forget: The Early Bird Registration deadline is FEBRUARY 15, 2010.
For more information on fees and deadlines click here
Posted January 29, 2010
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| Regional Advisors Bring Renewed Energy to Your Church |
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Meet our 2010 Regional Advisor staff!
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Suzie Lane, South East and South Central Regional Advisor, lives in Nashville, TN and was introduced to LOGOS in 1993. Since that time, she has volunteered in a wide variety of LOGOS roles at Donelson Presbyterian Church. Since 2002, Suzie has served in various leadership roles with The LOGOS Ministry and in 2006, Suzie joined The LOGOS Ministry staff serving as South East Regional Advisor while also providing oversight and encouragement to LOGOS training leaders and teams. Currently Suzie is the providing ministry support and coaching for churches in her regions. [Reach Suzie at 877-937-2572, X244;
Facebook: Suzie Lee Lane
Twitter: SuzieLane
suzielane@thelogosministry.org] |
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Sarah Ose, Great Lakes Regional Advisor, has been active in the weekly LOGOS ministry at Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church in Cincinnati for 25 years. A LOGOS Training Leader and Team Coordinator since the late 1980’s, Sarah joined The LOGOS Ministry staff in 1993. Working on various staff teams, Sarah has written and edited training materials, supervised training site logistics, and trained and mentored LOGOS presenters. Sarah also serves as a Training Leader as well as provides ministry support and coaching for the churches in her region. [Reach Sarah at 877-937-2572, X243;
Facebook: Sarah Ose
Twitter: SarahOse
sarahose@thelogosministry.org] |
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Liz Perraud, North East and North Central Regional Advisor, lives in Columbia, Maryland and has volunteered for just about all aspects of LOGOS at Christ Memorial Presbyterian Church since 1992. In 2004, Liz joined the staff of The LOGOS Ministry as a part of the Regional Staff, later overseeing all of the Regional Teams. Currently Liz is a Training Leader and provides ministry support and coaching for churches in her regions. [Reach Liz at 877-937-2572, X242;
Facebook: Liz Lynn Perraud
Twitter: LizPerraud
lizperraud@thelogosministry.org] |
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Kathy Price, LOGOS Western and International Regional Advisor, lives in Twin Falls, Idaho where she serves as Director of the LOGOS ministry at First Presbyterian Church. She received her Masters in Christian Education from the Presbyterian School of Christian Education (now Union Presbyterian Seminary) and is a Certified Christian Educator in the PC(USA). Kathy participated in LOGOS from the 3rd-12th grade and as an adult, served as Bible teacher, Recreation leader, Table Parent, Worship Skills leader and Director in several different LOGOS ministries around the country. She began volunteering nationally for The LOGOS Ministry in 1991 and joined the LOGOS staff in 2007 serving as the Northwest Regional Consultant. Kathy provides ministry support and coaching for churches in her regions. [Reach Kathy at 208-736-6297;
Facebook: Kathy Price
Twitter: KathyPrice
kathyprice@thelogosministry.org]
You'll find Suzie, Sarah, Liz and Kathy on Facebook and Twitter too!
Connect with our Regional Advisors and give them a LOGOS shout-out!
Posted January 22, 2010
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| LOGOS Invites 2010 Ministry Members |
Informational packages have recently been mailed to more than 1,300 churches and ministry leaders inviting them to consider becoming Ministry Members of The LOGOS Ministry in 2010. Announcing the initiation of the mailing, Executive Director Rev. Tom Beagan said, “We are very excited to be offering our 2010 member churches enhanced benefits while holding the cost of membership steady from 2009. We fully appreciate the financial concerns of our member churches and want to be certain that we are delivering as much value as possible for each of their ministry dollars.”
In anticipation of a great response to the 2010 membership campaign, LOGOS also announced that 2009 ministry membership grew 24% above ’08 levels. The flexible, benefits-based, and multi-level membership model that LOGOS is now offering appears to be responsive to the objectives and budgets of many churches.
2010 Ministry Member Benefits |
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| November is LOGOS Mission: Make a Difference Month! |
Participate with churches all over the United States and Canada by planning mission or service work with your young people for November! Share your project with other churches by sending us your videos, pictures, or write ups that illustrate Christ’s command to help “the least of these.” Consider partnering with another church in your community to do the project together.
We’d like to hear if your church will be participating in our Make a Difference month and tell us how YOU made a difference! Comment directly to the blog, or send us an email to show how you made a difference!
Visit the LOGOS Mission: Make a Difference website to learn more
Posted October 16, 2009 |
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| Get a SMART START for this fall! |
Planning and preparing ahead for ministry is smart. Using your ministry budget dollars wisely is smart. Taking advantage of The LOGOS Ministry Book Sale from August 3–21, 2009 will give churches a smart start for fall 2009, according to Patricia Janssen who helps manage curriculum and resources for LOGOS.
Most* of the LOGOS curriculum and resource books have been marked down to 20% off the list price. For a full list of available titles and prices, click here.
*Patricia reminds us that the August sale does NOT include: the Bible Connect series, The Children's Bible in 365 Stories, Worship for Life, or the LOGOS@Home series, and that Faith for Life2 bundles [mix and/or match: 1 teacher + 1 student and/or 10 student books] and the Hymn Stories bundle [all 7 titles] must be ordered by phone---call 877-937-2572.
To take advantage of this sale, all orders must be received or postmarked by August 21, 2009. It’s easy to order and pay online at www.thelogosstore.org! All major credit cards are accepted. Don’t forget: Faith for Life2 bundles and the Hymn Stories bundle must be ordered by phone---call 877-937-2572.
Plan now. Expand your children’s ministry library. Stock up on Faith for Life2 curriculum. Be smart and be prepared for this fall!
Posted August 3, 2009
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| Fathers and Daughters |
While researching articles for this month’s Heartfelt newsletter, we came across several helpful articles on the relationship between fathers and their children. While fathers play an equally important role in their sons’ lives, we take this opportunity to share an article about the father-daughter relationship.
Dr. Jane R. Rosen-Grandon rightly points out that “Fathers play an essential role in their daughter's lives. Many things are learned and many things are taught. Some of the most meaningful moments in a daughter's life are spent with her father. Usually, mothers serve as role models for their daughters. They provide examples of how to be an individual, a mother and a wife. Fathers, however, teach their daughters how to regard themselves, what kinds of relationships are healthy, what to look for in a partner, and what to expect of men in co-parenting relationships.” Read more here.
At LOGOS we encourage families to spend time together eating, playing, studying God’s Word and, of course, worshipping. Moms---and dads---play an essential role in growing committed, life-long disciples of Jesus Christ. As we approach Father’s Day this year [June 21st], let’s take time to pray for and celebrate all of the dads in our lives.
Posted June 3, 2009
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| LOGOS Launches “Parents on Twitter” |
HEARTFELT, the free e-newsletter for busy parents who want to support spiritual growth in their families, has now added another resource for helping parents connect; HEARTFELT is now on Twitter (heartfeltparent).
The first group tweeting session (Parents on Twitter) was held May 12th and a lively discussion ranged from talking about the demands of our lives and how those demands impact parenting, to supervising teens and the importance of parents being united when setting rules and boundaries.
Now, every Tuesday evening from 8-9p [EDT], heartfeltparent will host Parents on Twitter for parents who want to talk with others about raising Christian children, and who want to share challenges, solutions, and resources.
Join Parents on Twitter by going to Twitter and opening a free account, then finding and following heartfeltparent (follow the #hfp hashtag)
We hope to tweet with you soon about parenting and raising Christian children!
Posted May 12, 2009
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| LOGOS Forms New Partnerships |
In recent months, The LOGOS Ministry has established some new working relationships with regional judicatories, seminaries and denominational resource centers to bring the issues and potential solutions related to children’s ministry to local churches. At more than 20 workshop events titled, From Urgency to Action (FUTA), LOGOS has highlighted the critical need for effective children’s ministry in the culture today and introduced its Children’s Ministry Effectiveness Model as the starting point for new ministry solutions.
Thus far, LOGOS has initiated new partnering relationships in a number of regions and with multiple denominations and groups. The feedback from sponsors and participants at the FUTA events has been consistently positive and seems to be the first step in a growing interest in building new, effective children’s ministries.
Posted March 7, 2009
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| LOGOS Conducts First Online Annual Meeting |
On Thursday March 26th, President Todd Barlow and Executive Director Tom Beagan welcomed LOGOS Board and Corporate members, staff, and guests to the first ever online annual meeting of The LOGOS Ministry. Participants were able to watch Todd and Tom as they shared information about recent happenings in the ministry and discussed future plans. Viewers were also able to simultaneously see slides that summarized all of the content. Comments and questions from the audience were addressed via a concurrent conference call arrangement.
Early feedback has been good and everyone agrees that this meeting approach represents another step toward leveraging technology to make LOGOS more accessible to churches and church leaders everywhere.
View the entire meeting by signing in here at the LOGOS Guestbook. From there you will be taken to the Annual Meeting webcast.
Posted March 28, 2009 |
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| Tom Beagan on the Radio |
LOGOS Executive Director Tom Beagan was recently a guest on an afternoon radio talk show on WORD FM (101.5). During the discussion with the show’s hosts, Tom had an opportunity to explain the basis for effective children’s ministry as defined by the LOGOS model. It was a wonderful conversation and highlighted for listeners many of the key criteria that underlie successful ministries for kids.
You can hear the show on our podcast site here. Our Children’s Ministry Effectiveness Model is available free for all visitors to the LOGOS Library.
Posted March 24, 2009
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