Why Is Summer Camp So Valuable for Children and Teens?
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director Perhaps it is because the average middle schooler spends 2121 minutes a week in front of a television? That’s over 35 hours. Or that…
He Is My Best Friend
By Aaron E. Ziebarth Recently I was reading an update from a friend in Italy. His words reminded me that everything we do has a big impact. The “little ways…
Do You Know Your Enemy?
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director Knowing the enemy is as important for a believer as for a military commander – both are engaged in battle. Scripture tells us that…
Logan Visits the Creation Museum
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director After returning from the Creation Museum, Logan was very excited. He had seen God’s truth in new ways. The trip had a big impact…
Following the Leader
By Miriam Ankerbrand, Development Coordinator At our recent Father Daughter Retreat, the speaker challenged the dads to be leaders for their daughters, to set examples for them and guide them. …
Physical training is of some value: How do we raise Christian children in a sports-obsessed culture?
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director “What an idiot! Take him out of the game! He can’t play!” These were words I heard from a mother at a soccer game…
Why One Child Attends Released Time
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director Do you remember when you were in elementary school? I am amazed at the things that come to mind. I remember the lunch line…
An Easter Released Time Revival!
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director Jan writes: I have a praise to share! A Children’s Minister at a local church texted me today with the following message: “Hi there! …
Finding Answers As We Traveled
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director This past weekend I had the opportunity to travel to the Creation Museum with 34 other people from Joy El. This trip has been…
Living Out a Familiar Song
By Miriam Ankerbrand, Development CoordinatorDo you remember the song that went like this: “Be a missionary every day! Tell the world that Jesus is the way!” I’m sure it’s a…