{"id":53995,"date":"2025-10-28T21:51:11","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T01:51:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thinkorange.com\/?p=53995"},"modified":"2025-10-28T21:52:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T01:52:27","slug":"announced-weekly-virtues-christmas-music-and-tools-that-make-sunday-simple","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thinkorange.com\/blog\/announced-weekly-virtues-christmas-music-and-tools-that-make-sunday-simple\/","title":{"rendered":"ANNOUNCED Weekly | Virtues, Christmas Music, and Tools That Make Sunday Simple"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"53995\" class=\"elementor elementor-53995\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2095336 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2095336\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de2abb8 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"de2abb8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61828d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"61828d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n  <!-- 1) WATCH FRIDAY'S LIVE (first H2 section) -->\n  <section aria-labelledby=\"watch-live\">\n    <h2 id=\"watch-live\">\ud83c\udfa5 Watch Friday\u2019s Live<\/h2>\n    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7q3dTcQoJV4&utm_campaign=21107111-ANNOUNCED%20Newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--_smuIThn1Yycgf-gdnR8pvF7dA7NFCjr_Tza-UdU8FFo6eYJQEIFPu8qN-ISWtZvvPZl4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\ud83d\udc49 Watch the Live Replay<\/a><\/p>\n    <p>In this week\u2019s conversation, we covered:<\/p>\n    <ul>\n      <li>How we\u2019re helping kids live out virtues through everyday moments<\/li>\n      <li>Exciting updates to Amazing Music (including new Christmas songs!)<\/li>\n      <li>Renewal and pricing updates<\/li>\n      <li>How APlay continues to simplify Sunday prep<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- 2) FREE RESOURCE -->\n  <section aria-labelledby=\"free-course\">\n    <h2 id=\"free-course\">\ud83d\udcac FREE RESOURCE<\/h2>\n    <h3>A Place At The Table: A Free Course with Kim Botto<\/h3>\n    <p>Practical strategies and mindset shifts to help your church support neurodivergent kids, kids with special needs, and any child who needs help finding their place.<\/p>\n    <p>This free course with Kim Botto includes:<\/p>\n    <ul>\n      <li>8 Core Course Videos (+ 1 Intro)<\/li>\n      <li>A downloadable Discussion Guide<\/li>\n      <li>4 Bonus Videos on Building a Buddy System, Partnering with Parents, Starting Parent Support Groups, and Scripts<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <p>Kim has spent decades helping churches create safe, inclusive spaces for every child. Her passion is helping churches become places where every child feels safe, seen, and connected to a faith community.<\/p>\n    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.joinamazing.com\/everychild?utm_campaign=21107111-ANNOUNCED%20Newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--_smuIThn1Yycgf-gdnR8pvF7dA7NFCjr_Tza-UdU8FFo6eYJQEIFPu8qN-ISWtZvvPZl4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\ud83d\udc49 Access the Free Course<\/a><\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- 3) RENEWALS & PRICING -->\n  <section aria-labelledby=\"renewals\">\n    <h2 id=\"renewals\">Renewals &amp; Pricing<\/h2>\n    <p>We\u2019ve heard a few questions about renewal pricing \u2014 so let\u2019s clear things up.<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Good news:<\/strong> your pricing stays aligned with the plan that was in place when you first purchased your curriculum. \ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n    <p>Over the past year, we\u2019ve simplified our pricing and added even more value to your subscription \u2014 including new media tools, product enhancements, and technology designed to make ministry smoother and more impactful.<\/p>\n    <p>But here\u2019s the best part: even with all those updates, you\u2019re grandfathered into the original plan.<\/p>\n    <p>If your child count has changed or you\u2019ve added new products, that\u2019s the only reason you might see a different total. Otherwise, what you see at checkout will match your previous plan.<\/p>\n    <p>And if anything looks off, we\u2019re here to help. Reach out to your CSM or <a href=\"mailto:customercare@amazinglife.com\">customercare@amazinglife.com<\/a> and we\u2019ll walk through it together \u2014 clearly, kindly, and quickly.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- 4) CURRICULUM UPDATES -->\n  <section aria-labelledby=\"curriculum-updates\">\n    <h2 id=\"curriculum-updates\">Curriculum Updates<\/h2>\n\n    <h3>\u2705 Virtues &amp; Faith Skills<\/h3>\n    <p>Virtues aren\u2019t going away \u2014 they\u2019re simply being reframed. Moving forward, virtues like kindness, honesty, and courage will be taught as the evidence of discipleship, while the Bible story takes center stage each week.<\/p>\n    <p>This shift helps kids see that virtues are an outward sign of what's happening in our hearts. You\u2019ll also notice more series that connect multiple virtues at once to build stronger, lasting faith skills.<\/p>\n\n    <h3>\u2705 Enhanced Editorial &amp; Theology Review<\/h3>\n    <p>Every piece of Amazing curriculum \u2014 from devotionals and leader guides to activities and media \u2014 now goes through a multi-step editorial and theology review.<\/p>\n    <p>This ensures every lesson aligns theologically, creatively, and practically before it ever reaches your team. When the content is clear, your team can focus on what matters most \u2014 connecting with kids.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- 5) AMAZING MUSIC -->\n  <section aria-labelledby=\"music\">\n    <h2 id=\"music\">\ud83c\udfb6 AMAZING MUSIC<\/h2>\n    <h3>New Christmas Songs Just Dropped<\/h3>\n    <p>Celebrate the season with inspiring new music created to remind us of this joyous season.<\/p>\n    <p>We\u2019ve released a new set of songs designed to help families experience the joy and hope of Christmas together \u2014 both at church and at home. Each song is built to engage kids, reinforce truth, and make the Christmas season unforgettable.<\/p>\n    <p>\ud83c\udfa7 Listen now on Spotify &amp; Apple Music!<\/p>\n    <ul>\n      <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.joinamazing.com\/music?utm_campaign=21107111-ANNOUNCED%20Newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--_smuIThn1Yycgf-gdnR8pvF7dA7NFCjr_Tza-UdU8FFo6eYJQEIFPu8qN-ISWtZvvPZl4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amazing Music<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/1sGHLjzB8sNjSF3CPXglef?si=9-je_ilwRd6y_hUVqYwwtQ&utm_campaign=21107111-ANNOUNCED%20Newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--_smuIThn1Yycgf-gdnR8pvF7dA7NFCjr_Tza-UdU8FFo6eYJQEIFPu8qN-ISWtZvvPZl4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spotify<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"https:\/\/music.apple.com\/us\/artist\/amazing-music\/1824319849?utm_campaign=21107111-ANNOUNCED%20Newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--_smuIThn1Yycgf-gdnR8pvF7dA7NFCjr_Tza-UdU8FFo6eYJQEIFPu8qN-ISWtZvvPZl4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple Music<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n\n    <h3>Orange Kids Music Update:<\/h3>\n    <p>We\u2019ve made a change to how music is distributed in our curriculum. Starting this weekend, the music files are no longer included in the curriculum downloader or APlay.<\/p>\n    <p>In the meantime, you can still access your favorite Orange Kids Music Songs through our online store, or check out Amazing Music on APlay \u2014 which is <strong>FREE for all curriculum subscriptions until January 1st.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p>For Orange Kids Music \u2014 simply add to cart and redeem them using the code <strong>FREEWORSHIP<\/strong>, then download and add them to APlay or ProPresenter on your own. You can access Amazing Music on APlay today!<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- 6) JINGLE JAM -->\n  <section aria-labelledby=\"jingle-jam\">\n    <h2 id=\"jingle-jam\">\ud83c\udf84 JINGLE JAM<\/h2>\n    <h3>Extra, Extra: Jingle Jam is Back<\/h3>\n    <p>Jingle Jam is an exciting way to celebrate the Christmas season with families in your church and community! Everything you need to plan, rehearse, and host a high-quality, one-of-a-kind Christmas experience.<\/p>\n    <p>When you purchase this year\u2019s Jingle Jam, you\u2019ll also get access to Jingle Jam 2022, 2023, and 2024 event kits, giving you the flexibility to choose the version that best fits your church\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n    <p><em>All of the files included with this purchase are already available to active 252 Kids Curriculum and Amazing+ subscribers in the curriculum downloader!<\/em><\/p>\n    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.thinkorange.com\/products\/jingle-jam-2025?utm_campaign=21107111-ANNOUNCED%20Newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--_smuIThn1Yycgf-gdnR8pvF7dA7NFCjr_Tza-UdU8FFo6eYJQEIFPu8qN-ISWtZvvPZl4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\ud83d\udc49 Order your kit!<\/a><\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- 7) PRODUCT FEATURE -->\n  <section aria-labelledby=\"product-feature\">\n    <h2 id=\"product-feature\">\u2795 PRODUCT FEATURE<\/h2>\n    <h3>Introducing: APlay Service Builder<\/h3>\n    <p><strong>More than just software.<\/strong><br>Don\u2019t just build your lesson. <em>Craft your service.<\/em><\/p>\n    <p>Service Builder is now available inside APlay \u2014 giving you one shared system to plan, customize, and simplify your weekly services in minutes, not hours.<\/p>\n    <p>Here\u2019s what\u2019s new:<\/p>\n    <ul>\n      <li>\u2705 One Shared System \u2013 Teaching, worship, media, supply lists \u2014 all in one place.<\/li>\n      <li>\u2705 Customized Playlists &amp; Content \u2013 Edit, arrange, and adapt your media on the fly.<\/li>\n      <li>\u2705 Simplified Supply Prep \u2013 Compile worksheets and activity pages with one click.<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <p>It\u2019s all included with your curriculum subscription. No setup required.<\/p>\n    <p><a href=\"http:\/\/joinamazing.com\/aplay?utm_campaign=21107111-ANNOUNCED%20Newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--_smuIThn1Yycgf-gdnR8pvF7dA7NFCjr_Tza-UdU8FFo6eYJQEIFPu8qN-ISWtZvvPZl4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\ud83d\udc49 Get Started in APlay<\/a><\/p>\n  <\/section>\n<\/article>\n\n \n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-db2c387 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"db2c387\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4e41b8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c4e41b8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3128\"><strong data-start=\"3101\" data-end=\"3126\">Tell Us What You Need<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3309\">Have a story, question, or suggestion? 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