"Protecting these forests and jobs require a delicate balance between retaining a market for palm fronds and encouraging …
But we ALWAYS had Sunday School!
"The purpose was to teach working children the rudiments of learning (reading and math) on Sunday, their free day. And of …
A Little Love: Scripture Passages on Love
"I will sing praises to you among the nations. For your steadfast love is as high as the heavens; your faithfulness extends to the …
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The Practice of Giving: How Parents Can Teach Children About Money and Giving
"The single best thing parents can do is to practice Christian generosity in the sight of their children. Children learn by …
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Making Luminarias: A Fun and Easy Christmas Tradition
The Luminaria Tradition At a previous congregation, my family had a tradition of creating pathways of luminaria on our …
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Commissioning and Blessing Acolytes
"A vital part of worship, they blend into the background helping our liturgies flow smoothly. Whether you are a young person, an …
Book Review: Intergenerational Christian Formation
From time to time I receive review copies of books from publishers (other than my employer). Such is the case …
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Craft Activity: Making Stained Glass Windows
Stained-glass windows have been admired for their utility and beauty since ancient Rome, when pieces of …
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Creating Mission Statements and Vision Statements
Many churches have vision statements. Many have mission statements. What's the difference? Does a church need …
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What Would Jesus Eat? Christians and Vegetarianism
I am not a vegetarian, but know many, including family members. Recently I became aware of the Christian …
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