The Meaning of Kwanzaa Kwanzaa (pronounced Kwon-zah) means first fruits and is a non-religious seven-day celebration …
Las Posadas
by Chris Yaw The celebration is a reenactment of Mary’s and Joseph’s search for lodging in Bethlehem. In the classic Las …
Christmas Song, Carol, Hymn: What’s the Difference?
Whether you call it a Christmas song, a Christmas hymn, or a Christian carol, sing to the glory of God during the season leading …
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Autism in the Classroom: Tips for Teachers
"The chances that a child on the autism spectrum participates in your Church School is very likely. How can we make sure we are …
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Advent Conspiracy: Worship Fully, Spend Less, Give More, Love All
How can we ignore the sights and sounds of Christmas bombarding us, and focus on this holy time? How can we give in the true …
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Telling Time: Slowing Down in Advent
“Instead we believe that it’s a straight trajectory into the future, and we can go as fast as we please. This can move us away …
Digging Deeper: The Gospel of Mark
In the three-year lectionary cycle, the gospel readings for Year B are drawn primarily from the Gospel According to …
World Day of Prayer and Action for Children
What Is The World Day of Prayer and Action for Children? The World Day of Prayer and Action for Children brings …
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Called to Teach and Learn: A Call to Catechesis
The following is an excerpt from "Called to Teach and Learn." Called to Teach and Learn: A Catechetical Guide for the Episcopal …
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When You Thought I Wasn’t Looking: A Reminder of Sacred Adult Influence
When You Thought I Wasn’t Looking When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you hang my first painting on the …
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Thanksgiving Activities for Church and Families
"Encourage family members to jot down ways God has blessed them. Younger children can draw or cut out pictures from magazines. …
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Digging Deeper: Christ the King
The readings for the last Sunday after Pentecost are full of references to the return of Christ, when evil will be …