"The event helps to position people to observe Advent as a spiritual season at home... As we say here in New York, What’s not to …
The Living Advent Wreath: An Activity for Children
"There are only two components to creating a Living Advent Wreath – the candle capes and the circular wreath to lay on the floor – …
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Coffee To Go: A Church Connects With the Community One Cup at a Time
It's a lot easier to strike up a conversation with someone while pouring them a cup of coffee, than just "out of the blue." …
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Book Review: Room at My Table by Evelyn Bence
"...to make this meal an event that all around the table can celebrate together, taking pleasure in the food, the company, the …
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Book Review: The Season of the Nativity – Advent, Christmas & Epiphany
"The Season of the Nativity would be a wonderful addition to any church looking to reclaim the holiday season from the commercial …
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Prayers for Halloween
"Almighty God, in whom is no darkness at all, Grant me your light perpetually..." Prayers for Halloween The Bible tells …
Why Kids Need Halloween: A Christian Perspective
"God made us in His image, each of us special and unique. Yet we struggle to live into that image, adopting unsustainable masks …
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Buying Christian Christmas Cards: 5 Online Sources
"Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." -Isaiah 7:14 My Trip to …
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Fundraising is NOT a Dirty Word – 11 Practical Ideas for Churches
“Your view of money is the chief spiritual issue of your life,” the Rev. Dr. Thomas Carson told conference attendees years ago. …
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Creating Mixed Seating at Intergenerational Events
"How could I guarantee that each table would have an intergenerational representation? My solution: silk flowers and quart …
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