The Lowly Pencil - Giving it the Credit Its Due!

The lowly pencil doesn’t get the credit it deserves.

Imagine you gave a 6-year-old, a blue ballpoint pen, and notebook at the Kingdom Hall or convention venue. Within a few minutes, they might have more stripes on the back of the seat than a Siberian tiger! (and hopefully not on their face).

Learning to write with pencils and, in particular, old-fashioned wooden pencils (not mechanical pencils) is easier. That's  because of the feedback from the friction with paper... you know... that sweet wooden pencil scrubbing sound... ahh! Furthermore, whereas kids are more likely to damage pens, a wooden pencil is almost non-destructible. In fact..., you can break it in half and make two pencils out of one. So it makes total sense for kids to use pencils.

Flat and simple but full of love. 5 types of Greeting Cards for Pioneers

Recently, various things are going back to the way they used to be. Some of us even had the pleasure of attending the Kingdom Hall after such a long time. And so many want to take advantage of this opportunity to achieve great goals such as attending the Pioneer Service School.

Pioneering Greeting Cards

Oh, Greetings cards…. smalls and simple but filled with our love. Although they may seem like a very simple gift, they can mean a lot to the person who receives them. Here are some options that will help you find the one that better fits that good friend or family member. 

1. FULLY ACCOMPLISH YOUR MINISTRY

Featuring on the cover the words from 2 Timothy 4:5: “FULLY ACCOMPLISH YOUR MINISTRY”, along with an encouraging message on the inside, they are a nice gift for those who just finished the pioneer school and are starting this great labor.

Peace of Mind: The Importance of Having a Durable Power of Attorney

Around the world, things are going back to the way they were before this pandemic. Many countries are reopening schools, and workers are returning to their workplaces. With many of us leaving our homes, it is very important to be prepared for any event: Is it going to rain? Well, take an umbrella with you. Will you need to take a taxi? Make sure you bring enough money. But what if we have an accident while outside? We have to make sure we carry our durable power of attorney (DPA), as we want to make good use of it.

An advance medical directive is a legal document that puts your medical wishes in writing and allows you to choose someone you trust to make healthcare decisions for you. This document offers peace of mind that, should the unthinkable happen, you’ve made your wishes known, including your personal decisions regarding the use of blood and blood fractions.

What's your schedule like? 5 ways to schedule your day.

5 Scheduler and Calendar Options

What day is it? Have you found yourself asking that question? These past 2 years have been extra challenging for keeping track of time. Keep track of the day, your appointments, and more. Did you order a new calendar? If you forgot, it's not too late. Here are 5 options to help you stay on track.

In the comments, don't forget to let us know your favorite calendar feature!

1. 2022 Wall Calendar

Are you a big-picture person? Well, you will love the pictures in this beautiful wall calendar. You will also appreciate the ability to see your whole month in one glance. Ideal for keeping track of what day it is or making notes of family appointments. Games night on Friday? Make note of it for the whole family! Circuit Overseer visit coming? Mark it on the calendar.

2. Desk Calendar

If you have a desk job or a favorite study spot, a desk calendar is a great way to add both encouragement and organization to your space. Ministry Ideaz desk calendars include the Bible reading schedule to keep you on track and cute encouraging sayings. Plus, much more.

If you have a particularly busy schedule, a personal planner is probably a good idea. In addition to wall and desk calendars, here at Ministry Ideaz, we supply options for planners and agendas. Here a few to consider.

3 New Kids' Workbooks Feature Stickers and Bible Memory Game

Kids' Meeting Workbooks are Back!

2022 is almost here! It's time to refresh your notebooks and workbooks. Kids love to be involved and appreciate it when something's made just for them. Add colorful illustrations plus features to help them follow along and participate in the meetings, and you have a workbook that both kids and parents will love. Year after year, Ministry Ideaz puts together workbooks that meet those needs.

A Place for Everything: The 2022 "My Life Book" (Deluxe Agenda)

New Name, Same Great Features

Back for another year, this customer favorite has all the features! One customer remarked: "I love 'MY LIFE BOOK'...everything goes in it. Everything, Ministry, appoints, daily agenda." We totally agree, the 2022 Weekly Agenda has a place to record everything! Make note of your next dentist appointment. Mark down your service time. Track your goals for the month. Remember your service plans, and so much more. We think "My Life Book" is a fitting name for the deluxe agenda.

So, say hello to the new "My Life Book: 2022 Agenda"!

5+ Exciting New Features of the Kids' Assembly Workbooks

2021/2022 Assembly Workbooks

Have you seen the new assembly workbooks for the "Exercise Faith" and "Strengthen Your Faith" Assemblies? Young and old, we all want to pay close attention to the assembly program so that we can get the most out of it. Last year, we were excited to release new, full-color designs of our assembly notebooks. Now we are excited to tell you about even more new features! As always, these circuit assembly workbooks are designed to be a helpful aid, not a distraction.

Be sure to let us know what you think! Comment below.

New Features in 5 New Sections

In addition to the fun activities to help your child follow along with each talk, we now have 5 new sections that we are sure you will love!

1. Activities to do during the musical prelude;
2. Activities to do during lunch and the afternoon musical interlude;
3. Family Worship section - for review after the assembly;
4. Achievements and grading;
5. Screen-free fun.

Let us tell you more about some of our favorite new features and some returning features from last year.