Pastor Karl says, "The simplistic answer would be 'nothing' but then again, neither do puppets, or videos, or computers, or flowers, or Krispy Kremes and coffee for that matter."

"BUT many things we enjoy can be used to enhance our church, worship and learning experience. Our children's ministry is committed to keeping current (if not ahead) of what kids are in to and enjoy, especially the few wholesome and healthy things out there!"

"As sport stacking enters schools around the country, stacking at church events can build a bridge into our community giving kids yet another reason to come to church and/or bring their friends, and in time to come to learn about God and the Bible."

"In addition to the indirect outreach benefit, fun social interaction with other church kids is extremely important in a world where most church kids do little with their Christian friends outside of church."

"Stacking provides a way for healthy interaction and play and builds community and friendships."

"It's not everyday you find something that kids and adults of all ages can enjoy together!

Finding ways to relate and play with your children can be a challenge - sport stacking is a fun and easy way to engage your kids in a simple and playful way!

Your kids will think you are 'cool' if you too become a 'stacker!' So... How fast can you stack?"

VCB hosts "Speed Stack Clinics" where kids simply come to play, learn the sport, and compete.

There will be an official tournament. (More about the clinics on the VCB site)

Kids can simply come to the clinic dates that they are in town and available.

There is no cost, advance sign up, or attendance commitment required. The higher purpose of these events is not to merely 'stack cups' - it is the value of the relational time the children participating will enjoy with their children's pastor and other church kids. Yes, they are welcome to invite their friends to come too!

Pastor Karl says, "I would recommend kids spend their own money on them, even earning it through helping around the house if they don't have money to buy them. With all the things kids can buy these days, I would encourage, if not even celebrate, kids wanting to buy things that help to engage them with their pastor and their church and their Christian friends!"

Kids can order Speed Stacks cups directly online themselves at either at the Speed Stacks Store or sign up to purchase at www.kidology.org

Why are some people's "competition record" worse than their "personal best?" It comes down to how well they can hold up under the pressure of competition!

Personal Best: The best score you have on a StackMat Timer, with at least one witness. Does not win any awards or prizes, just reflects your improvement.

Pastor Karl's reign as "King of Kups" lasted only one day, but what a wonderful day it was.

Visit this link for a look at the records held by the VCB Kids.

With Speed Stack events, kids work their way from table tops to practice mats by demonstrating that they know the sequence and rules.

Once on practice mats they earn a chance on the StackMat with timer by winning a practice mat round.

Once on a StackMat with timer they can go for an 'official' church record in their age category!

Talk within your group about how to modify the rules for younger children and for making it fair for adults to race kids!

Both Speed Stacks and the World Sport Stacking Association (WSSA) can be valuable resources. Visit the World Sport Stacking Association website.

Also, if you cannot find what you are looking for on the Speed Stacks' site, please contact us at Speed Stacks by email - we can help.