A Note on Ash Wednesday and the Imposition of Ashes in a Time of Pandemic Several bishops have recently asked if I had any …
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Observing Ash Wednesday When We Cannot Assemble
Here we go again, folks: figuring out how to keep the holy days if we are in a place where the pandemic has prevented us from …
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“Must We Do Lent This Year?”
“Must we do Lent this year? We have had such a long and difficult year. We have already lost so much. There has already been too …
What Does This Day Mean? Handout for Candlemas at Home
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An Easter Children’s Sermon
I’m a big believer in giving the children’s sermon as much thought as I do any other part of worship. Creating A Children's …
Using the Lectionary for Formation and Spirituality
“Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn and …
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Webinar: Cultivating Culture Change: Tips and Resources for Antiracist Christian Formation
About this Webinar Being antiracist requires more than hosting the periodic book club. Both as individuals and faith …
Reimagining House Blessings as Pastoral Care in the Time of Covid-19
Author's Note: I am writing from my perspective as a priest, but many lay leaders provide meaningful pastoral care, even in the …
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Creating Spiritual Space Online: Best Practices & Reflection Questions
Last fall, the Fetzer Institute released a new research report on best practices for creating sacred space online. As we continue …
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What Does This Season Mean? Handout for Epiphany at Home
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What Does This Season Mean? Handout for Christmas at Home
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Crèche Sharing Across the Miles
As many church buildings are closed and continue to offer worship over Zoom and other online platforms, we can still celebrate the …