"We are living in a global world, and using music and song is one way we can help children connect to other children around the …
Saying Goodbye to the Alleluia
"Putting away the Alleluia for Lent is like putting away a favorite toy for a while – to appreciate it better later." The …
Ancient Future Now: The Roots of the Emergent Church
"Mainline church folks and evangelicals find a common language to sing, pray and become disciples in love with Jesus and his …
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Biblical Storytelling
What is Biblical Storytelling? Everyone loves a good story. And when it’s told by someone who loves, feels, and …
Candlemas: History, Traditions… and Crepes!
"In Christian communities today, it continues to be a day of purification, renewal, and hope. Some call the day Candlemas (Candle …
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Shoplifting and Teachable Moments: A Hopeful Story
I was in our local grocery store around lunch time recently and witnessed someone shoplifting. There was no doubt about it. Two …
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Making a Holy Home
"Gradually you will begin to notice God's gentle guidance to choose those things that bring enduring joy." God's Presence …
Interfaith Literacy: 3 Suggestions From Eboo Patel
"Organize units of study around common themes such as prayer, compassion, service, or forgiveness in a comparative religions …
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Going for Growth: Church of England Statement on Welcoming Children
"If the Church is to take seriously the larger context of its universal mission, it needs to note the cultural shifts and current …
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Church Programming is a Bit Like Parenting(!)
Stages of Parenting In his insightful book, Reinventing Youth Ministry (Again), Wayne Rice draws a comparison between …
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