"We can read the gospels in a new light when we see Jesus as a teacher in this milieu. Like many other Jewish teachers, Jesus …
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Spiritual Practices: Mindful Eating
One area of my own life where I find that I’m often not focused enough is when I’m eating. It's too often …
A Litany for Sunday: Jesus who on this day…
The following litany is from The Wideness of God's Mercy. Jesus, who on this day of the week rose …
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Keys to Attracting Young Adults in Church
"Young adults in particular want to know that the congregation is about more than itself, and they want to know how they can get …
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Patrick’s Prayer of the Trinity
Today is Trinity Sunday. Many churches will offer a familiar hymn that has been a standard for worship - St. …
6 Leadership Styles
Robyn Benincasa is a two-time Adventure Racing World Champion, two-time Guinness World Record distance kayaker, a full-time …
Why Study the Bible?
The following essay is from Encountering Christ: An Intergenerational Faith Experience" by Charlotte and Ronald Molrine. …
It’s Pentecost, Let’s Party! 4 Ways to Celebrate at Church
"The on-going gift of the Spirit helps us spread the news and become apostles in our time and place. And that is worth …
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Church School Teacher Position Description
"For recruitment of Sunday School Teachers, letting them know what to expect helps them envision themselves in that …
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Honoring the Teaching Ministry
It’s that time of year when we begin thinking about how we can best honor and acknowledge our teachers. This takes on …