"Developing an attitude of thankfulness should be a core component of any disciple of Jesus Christ." I grew up in a home where …
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Digging Deeper: Lenten Disciplines
"These experiences were occasions of great spiritual cleansing and preparation to encounter God in a new way, and serve as …
Digging Deeper: Martin Luther Model of Faith
"Christ is being preached in the gospel and is growing and increasing in the world. But his is a strange growing, one …
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The Future of Faith Formation in Your Congregation: Part 1
Imagine faith formation today in a church community. A variety of high-quality faith formation programs for …
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Effective Ministry with Children
We all know that a truly effective children’s ministry sets up the conditions to nurture young people into a relationship with God …
The Ten Commandments of Youth Ministry
Emily Anna Perow is the Missioner for Youth and Young Adult Ministries in the Diocese of Connecticut. These commandments were …
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Fostering Spiritual Growth in All Children
Developmental Disabilities in Church Communities The most rewarding experiences for any Christian parent, Sunday school …
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The Roles of Teachers and Learners
"Many people are reluctant to volunteer as teachers because they feel they 'don't know enough,' when actually the chief …
5 Things to Consider When Choosing a VBS
"Are the songs easy to remember and do they lift your spirit? If children are delighted with the music and spontaneously break …
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Experiential Learning
"Similarly, Jesus understood that the more of ourselves we bring into relationship with God, the more intimate and enduring this …