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Yule Fuel: Cool Dramatic Sketches for Christmas Jeff's newest collection from Lillenas features 13 scripts just for the advent season.  Fuel the season with hope, joy, peace, and love through the eyes of some diverse and out of the ordinary characters in this new script collection!  Now available for only $18.99.  Click Yule Fuel to order your copy today!

Recent Releases...

Twigs - The group in this DVD is a little smaller than others - in age, not in size! So, we're calling the group and the name of the new DVD, "TWIGS". The choreography targets primary age students, grades 1-5, performing songs suited for Christmas, Easter, Mother's Day/Father's Day and a fun upbeat piece. Pieces include "One King" by Point of Grace, "The Tale of the Three Trees" narrated by Jeff Smith, "Longer" performed by Jeff Smith and "Do I Do" by Carman.

Pirate's of the I Don't Care-ibbean Jeff Smith's new children's musical, Pirates of the "I Don't Care"-ibbean, is sure to be a big hit with kids! Creator Jeff Smith wants kids to learn that, "You are not created to be on a deserted island, guarding someone else's treasure. Your real treasure is in heaven, not on earth. Avarice is a tool of the enemy to keep you from becoming all God created you to be on earth. In the story, Andy exposes the lies of the evil captain and helps the pirates assume their rightful place on the sea."

Scripture Rep Raps – Scripture Rep Raps (that's what we are calling them!) are a great way for kids to learn Bible memory verse for Sunday school, Kid's Church, VBS or personal study! Bible verse are set to an eclectic mix of rhythm styles from disco to country to salsa, tango, march, rock and many more great sounds!  For more information, checkout the Scripture Rep Rap page!  Preview Psalm 119:105!

Loco Motion – Our newest movement DVD is 'Crazy Fun'! We use clever and creative choreography and fun movements to songs about water themes and faith stories. The choreography includes human video concepts with featured props. Songs include "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman (streamers), "Noah" by BrothersKeeper (umbrellas), "Big Fish" by FFH (rope), and "Pharaoh, Pharaoh" (fabric and flags).

Points 4 Praise – Jeff has recently completed writing a new book entitled, “Points 4 Praise: Putting Kids on the Path to Praise”. This is a new resource for children's leaders to help them teach concepts of praise. It is a great tool to integrate into kid's worship. Here's an excerpt from the book which will be available June 1st. To preview the book, click to view an excerpt!
 

Movement Conference

The dates for our newly formatted National Movement Ministry Conference are set!  (DRUM ROLL…..)  Mark your calendars for August 29, 30, 2008 for “Happy Feet 2”  That’s right!  We loved our 2007 theme so much that we decided to double it in 2008 and make “Two Happy Feet”.   Although faculty have not yet being announced, the location is Richmond, VA again.  The new format is a 2-day conference starting Friday night and finishing at 5:00pm on Saturday.  The good news is a cost savings for you and the chance to enjoy your Labor Day weekend on the BEACH for one last chance to get your happy feet wet!  Start making plans now to be with us in Richmond, VA, Labor Day weekend 2008!

 

Seasonal Selections

Training DVDs and Video Resources

Patriot Acts This extended DVD is a compilation of six pieces that are choreographed for 'patriotic' holidays using God Rods, streamers and flags!  The songs include "An Honor to Serve" by Ray Boltz, "Freedom Battle" by Michael W. Smith, "God Bless America" by Celine Dion, and "The Star Spangled Banner" by Jeff Smith.  This resource also included "Pledge Allegiance to the Lamb" by Ray Boltz and "God's Got An Army" by Carman.  DVD $25

Beach Weak This DVD, performed by 4th - 6th graders, uses fun and creative choreography with 'beach props'!  The choreography is appropriate for all age groups!  Songs include "I Can Only Imagine" by Mercy Me, "When You Give" by Mark Schultz, "The End of the Beginning" by David Phelps, and a tableau for the 'Parable of the Good Samaritan'.  Excellent for summer outreach!  DVD $20

Knight Moves Four creative movement pieces designed for children (ages Pre-K - Grade 6) using a variety of movement concepts: dowel rods, tableau, pantomime, sign interpretation, dance and others!  This training resource was created to use with our VBS curriculum "Knights of the Lord's Table" but stand alone as a movement resource for kids.  Sons include, "Word of God Speak" by Mercy Me, "Jump Up" by Doug Horley, "Let the Lord Make You Strong" by GodPrints and a tableau for the 'Parable of the Unmerciful Servant'.  DVD $20

Children's Resources!

The Pirates of the "I Don't Care"-ibbean - Jeff Smith's new children's musical, Pirates of the "I Don't Care"-ibbean, is sure to be a big hit if with kids! Creator Jeff Smith wants kids to learn that, "You are not created to be on a deserted island, guarding someone else's treasure. Your real treasure is in heaven, not on earth. Avarice is a tool of the enemy to keep you from becoming all God created you to be on earth. In the story, Andy exposes the lies of the evil captain and helps the pirates assume their rightful place on the sea."

Missing Body of ChristThis kid's creative arts camp, "The Missing Body of Christ", has a "Spy-Kids' themed program on the 'body of Christ'. The program teaches children the importance of using their gifts according to God's plan for the church and culminates in a a creative arts pageant for the community. Kids rotate through classes in creative arts, curriculum, and a choral element. Opening and closing assemblies are high energy explosions of original worship music, episodic dramas, and fun-filled games!  For packaging information, click Missing Body of Christ!

Knights of the Lord's Table This complete five-day, medieval-themed curriculum on CD-ROM focuses on the armor of God in Ephesians 6:10-17 and four virtues: forgiveness, loyalty, courage and honesty. The curriculum includes interactive storytelling ideas, object lessons, activity sheets, crafts, renaissance activities and an incredible dramatic play (presented in episodes throughout the week) that culminates in a wonderful opportunity to share the plan of God's salvation! The fifth day combines all the elements of the week into a fabulous and fun Renaissance Faire event for the entire family! $99  Call the office for a Demo CD-ROM at 804-748-9440 or email at info@saltandlightmin.org!

Drama Resources!

The Love Liner A 70’s interactive dinner theatre about the pursuit of love, liberty and lava lamps. Put on your ‘smiley face’ and ‘hustle’ on board the Love Liner, a Love Boat-like cruise ship traveling back in time to 1976 to celebrate ‘Love, American Style’ and our nations Bicentennial. Published by Lillenas Publishing and written by Jeff Smith. It’s an excellent resource for Valentines Day or patriotic holidays

 

Opportunity Openings for 2008

Ministry Opportunities - Jeff is looking to fill up some weekend dates in the new year with some ministry opportunities in the following locations OR surrounding areas:

January 20 (PM)                      Pittsburgh, PA
January 27                               Orlando, FL
February 1-3                           Open
February 17 (PM)                   Baltimore, MD
February 23-24                       Open
March 9 (AM)                        Edmonton, Alberta Canada
March 16                                Dayton, OH
March 29-30                          Open
April 6 (PM)                           Columbus, OH
April 13                                  Columbia, SC
April 27 (PM)                        Winston-Salem, NC
May 3-4                                 Open
May 10-11                             Open
May 17-18                             Open 

Jeff, Debbie, and Melissa