The Chinese New Year (also called the Lunar New Year) occurs in the early months of our calendar year, typically January …
Lenten Reflection: Preparing to See The Holy
"As we prepare for the season of Lent and the journey into Easter, you have a rich opportunity to provide and experience an …
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Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Relay Race!
"Today, many churches hold "Pancake Suppers." These can be great intergenerational events in which all pitch in to cook pancakes, …
The Bible Challenge
What Is The Bible Challenge? Many individuals and churches are taking The Bible Challenge. The Reverend Marek C. Zabriski …
A Creative Mindfulness Retreat
Planning a Weekend Retreat A while ago I was asked to lead a retreat for a church weekend. I chose the theme of "Creative …
Diving for the Cross: An Epiphany Tradition in Tarpon Springs
From an article by Demorris A. Lee. Read more, as well as some reflection questions in the entire article, from Faith & …
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On January 1st: The Importance of Names
January 1st is The Feast of the Holy Name. The theme of the lectionary readings focus on God's identity …
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Epiphany Through the Eyes of Children
"It is a time for rededicating ourselves to our own ministries and our missionary task - to continue the spread of Jesus' light in …
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Raising Children in a Faith Not Your Own
As we become a global society, more intercultural and "blended" in our extended families, more and more …
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“Feeling Blue” at Christmas
"You'll be doin' all right, with your Christmas of white... But I'll have a blue, blue Christmas." Blue …