“To be Christian is to be centered in the God of the Bible,” writes Marcus Borg in The Heart of Christianity. But there …
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Exploring The Trinity with Children
"Comprehending the Trinity as a adult is hard enough; how do we explain it to children? We can talk about the many ways we know …
Lectionary-Based Faith Formation
"When we follow the lectionary, we read large sections of the Bible over a three-year span. Many churches also choose to go deeper …
Reflection: Storytelling as Essential to Christian Communities
My generation (at least in my experience) is in a place where the desire to know the stories of our families is …
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5 Types of Sunday School Curriculum
"First, one has to determine what kind of curricular resources fit the needs of your children, youth or adults. Curricula can be …
Book Review: To Bless a Child
“The root of any blessings is the faithful person’s intention to say a good word on God’s behalf about a beloved part of God’s …
Ascension Through the Eyes of a Child
"The Ascension is the third event in the cycle of crucifixion-resurrection-ascension in which our Lord's life on earth culminates …
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Rogation Days: Celebrating God’s Creation
"O merciful Creator, your hand is open wide to satisfy the needs of every living creature: Make us always thankful for your loving …
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Pentecost: Why and How to Celebrate
"God's power is seen in the Pentecost story as the apostles proclaim Jesus Christ crucified and resurrected." The …
A Family Story: Dog Days of Summer
"The kids wanted a dog, and she dreaded the thought of adding more responsibilities to her …