"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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5 Thanksgiving Crafts to Teach Gratitude
"The four weeks in November that lead up to Thanksgiving –that lynch pin before Advent – offer plenty of time for teaching …
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Love and Serve: A Youth Group Learns Compassion in Visiting Aging Adults
"On the drive back to the church, the deacon was able to help the youth process the visit and to claim the truth that faith …
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A Church Reinvents Adult Education with a Bible and a Blog
"This challenge is examining my mind, quenching my thirst, and digging deeply into my inner being." I wanted to share something my …
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Faith Formation Explained in 66 Words
"Faith is formed by the power of the Holy Spirit through personal, trusted relationships – often in our own …
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How to Feed a Youth Group (When they’re tired of pizza)
There are plenty reasons why pizza is an ideal food for youth groups. It arrives ready-to-eat; most people like it (vegetarians …
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