KBC Blog (2021)

August and September have been nothing short of amazing at KiDs Beach Club^®. Across the nation, our Beach Clubs® have been bursting with smiles, Scripture, and serious fun. And the best part is, we’re only getting started!

From the very first memory verse recited to the meaningful moments of prayer and connection, kids are discovering firsthand that faith can be fun. Every club meeting is filled with laughter, excitement, and opportunities for children to experience the love of Jesus in a way that meets them right where they are.

Why It Matters

In a world that often tells kids to leave their faith at the door, Beach Club is helping them see that Jesus belongs in every part of their lives. When they walk into club each week, they’re reminded that they’re not alone, that God’s Word is powerful, and that living out their faith is something to be celebrated. These moments create lasting memories and plant seeds that will grow for years to come.

Our Heroes: Volunteers, Donors, and Partners

We couldn’t do this without the incredible people who make Beach Club happen. Our volunteers show up week after week with passion and dedication. Our donors faithfully invest to ensure every child has the chance to own a KBC Explorer’s Study Bible. Our schools open their doors, and our partner churches step in to disciple and connect families to the local body of Christ. Together, this team is making an eternal impact.

Keeping the Momentum

The energy is contagious, and the momentum is building. But this is just the beginning. As more clubs launch, more kids will encounter the truth of Scripture, and more families will be reached with the hope of the Gospel.

Because at KiDs Beach Club^®, we believe this with all our hearts: Jesus is cool in school again. And there’s no better time than now to celebrate it.

Last week in Ripley, Tennessee something incredible happened at Beach Club^®. Five students asked Jesus to become their Forever Friend! 🎉🥳 What a powerful reminder that when the Gospel is shared, lives are changed. These students now have the hope of Christ in their hearts, and that is worth celebrating in the biggest way.

This week the club met again and the excitement has not slowed down one bit. With 52 kids in attendance, the room was full of laughter, energy, and the joy that only comes from discovering God’s love. Every verse learned, every prayer spoken, and every smile shared is planting seeds of faith that will continue to grow for years to come.

A Pastor’s Heart for the Next Generation

We are especially thankful to Pastor Jim Holcomb for sharing this amazing report with us. His passion for reaching kids and families in Ripley is contagious and it is a blessing to see how God is working through his leadership and through the church’s partnership with KiDs Beach Club^®.

Pray With Us

As we celebrate what God has already done we are also looking ahead with great expectation. Will you join us in praying for more moments like this? Pray that more students will hear the Good News, that hearts will be open, and that each child will feel the love of Jesus in a personal way.

At the end of the day this is what it is all about. Helping kids make Jesus is their Forever Friend. 💙

At KiDs Beach Club^®, we believe every child deserves to know that they are loved, valued, and prayed for. That’s why we are excited to announce the launch of a brand-new ministry initiative: Prayer Anchors.

Just as an anchor holds a ship steady in the waves, Prayer Anchors are individuals who commit to praying for a specific child in our Beach Clubs^®. Each Prayer Anchor is “assigned” a child by name from one of our clubs, and their commitment is simple yet powerful, lift these kids up in prayer regularly, asking God to guard their hearts, guide their steps, and draw them closer to Him.

Why Prayer Matters

Beach Clubs^® are places where children encounter the love of Christ, many for the very first time. These students are walking through challenges at home, in school, and in their communities, and they need a foundation of prayer. We know that transformation happens when God’s people pray. Prayer Anchors provide a spiritual covering that prepares hearts for the Good News of Jesus and supports them as they take steps of faith.

How It Works

• Sign Up – Volunteers and supporters can join the Prayer Anchors ministry through a simple online form.
• Receive Names – Each Prayer Anchor will be given the name of a specific child to pray for.
• Pray Faithfully – Whether daily, weekly, or as God brings them to mind, Prayer Anchors commit to consistently praying for their child.

Anchored in Hope

Imagine the impact: every child in every Beach Club^® covered in prayer by name. This is how the seeds planted in clubs will grow deep roots and bear fruit that lasts a lifetime. Through Prayer Anchors, we are building a network of intercessors standing in the gap for the next generation.

We invite you to be part of this powerful ministry. When you become a Prayer Anchor, you are doing more than praying, you are shaping eternal destinies.

Sign up today at www.KiDsBeachClub.org/prayer

Wilma was born prematurely in 1940, the 20^th of 22 children in her family. She faced many serious health issues and suffered from polio as an infant. Her mother was told by doctors that she would never walk.

“My doctors told me I would never walk again,” Wilma once said. “My mother told me I would. I believed my mother.” She fought and struggled all her young life to simply walk. Then one Sunday morning at church, Wilma defiantly detached her hated metal braces and boldly walked down the aisle to the preacher. And she never looked back!

She eventually led her high school basketball team to the state championship and was invited to attend a track camp at Tennessee State University. At 16, she went to the 1956 Olympic Games, where she won a Bronze Medal as part of a relay team. In 1960, at the Olympics in Rome, Wilma became the first African American woman to receive three Olympic Gold Medals in track and field.

Wilma Rudolph was a CHAMPION because she had the determination and perseverance to see beyond her challenges and achieve her dreams.

KiDs Beach Club^® also understands the value of determination and perseverance, and we are blessed by our many faithful ministry partners who are determined to support KBC with their monthly gifts. They are OUR CHAMPIONS because of their steady, consistent support!

Donors who Give Every Month (GEMs) provide the backbone of support we need to share Jesus with countless children every year. Would you please join us as a ministry partner by signing up to give to KBC monthly?

Signing up to be a KBC GEM is easy and quick. Simply scan the QR code below or go to www.kidsbeachclub.org/donate today. Your monthly gift, no matter how small or large, will be a tremendous blessing to KBC.

Every child longs to discover something valuable. At KiDs Beach Club^®, we believe the greatest treasure a child can ever receive is the Word of God placed directly into their hands. That’s why this North Texas Giving Day, our mission is clear: putting Bibles into the hands of children so the message of Jesus can be hidden in their hearts.

For just $20, you can provide one child with their very own KiDs Beach Club^® Study Bible. For $100, you’ll equip five children with the life-changing gift of God’s Word. And thanks to a generous $20,000 matching gift, every dollar you give will go twice as far, doubling your impact and putting even more Bibles into kids’ hands!

These Bibles are more than pages and covers, they are the treasure maps that lead children to the greatest discovery of all: a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Why It Matters

Many of the children who attend our Beach Clubs^® have never owned a Bible. When we place one into their hands, their eyes light up, and their hearts open to the truth inside. Parents have told us how their kids take their Bibles everywhere, reading them at home, at school, and even bringing them to church for the first time. A simple gift sparks a ripple effect, changing not just a child’s life, but their entire family’s story.

Be Part of the Story

This North Texas Giving Day, wherever you are in the country, we invite you to join us in building faith by giving Bibles. Together, we can ensure that thousands of children don’t just hear about Jesus but can read His words for themselves. Your gift plants seeds of faith that grow far beyond what we can imagine.

Treasure in their hands. Jesus in their heart. That’s the impact you make when you give. www.Kidsbeachclub.org/give

KBC CON 2025: A First of Many!

What an unforgettable day!

While we've had trainings in the past, KBC CON is unlike anything we've done before! On Saturday, August 16, we hosted our first-ever KBC CON, and it was nothing short of incredible. With over 200 people joining us across the country, this inaugural event brought together volunteers, leaders, and friends of KiDs Beach Club^® to celebrate, grow, and prepare for another year of Making Jesus Cool at School^®.

A Day to Remember

Our main site at CrossCreek Church in Texas was filled with powerful moments of worship, encouragement, and connection. Attendees were inspired by a keynote message from Jack Terrell, CEO and Founder of KBC, reminding us of the eternal impact we are making in the lives of children and families. One of the highlights of the day was hearing a transformation story that moved every heart in the room, a beautiful reminder of why we do what we do.

Meanwhile, volunteers from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, and Tennessee joined us via live stream. They laughed, played games, shared encouragement, and were equipped with fresh tools and vision to carry into their Beach Clubs^® this year.

Launching the Prayer Anchor Program

The biggest announcement of the day was the official launch of our brand-new Prayer Anchor program. This exciting initiative connects KBC volunteers with specific children from their clubs in prayer. By interceding for these kids by name, volunteers will have a powerful, personal way to impact their lives and families for eternity.

Want to become a Prayer Anchor? Sign up here: www.kidsbeachclub.org/prayer

Fun, Fellowship, and Celebration

Of course, no KBC event would be complete without a little extra fun. We raffled off a brand-new iPad, adding some extra excitement to an already joy-filled day. Names of everyone who gave a $20 gift or more were entered from every location, celebrating donors from near and far. The energy in the room, and across every live-stream site, was contagious.

Check out the photos from each location. The smiles, worship, and laughter captured in these snapshots show the heart of our mission and the joy of serving together.

To every volunteer, church, and leader who made this first KBC CON possible—thank you. Your dedication and passion are what keep this ministry thriving. We are filled with anticipation for all that God will do through you this year, and we can’t wait to see the ripple effects of this moment across clubs nationwide!

Mark your calendars for KBC CON 2026 on August 1, 2026!