Christian formation does not have to be costly. Yet finding formation resources that are substantive, useful, and affordable can …
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Christian formation does not have to be costly. Yet finding formation resources that are substantive, useful, and affordable can …
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Traditional sermons have long been the foundation of preaching, offering deep reflection and theological insight. Yet they can …

A number of publishers of Christian formation resources release new Vacation Bible School and camp program curricula every year. …
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Recently, as part of its Architecture series, Lego released a beautiful build of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. I have a …
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Baptism is a gift, especially in a divided world.In my new picture book, "The Gift of Baptism," the words and illustrations show …
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Embodied learning inspires embodied faith. To support embodied learning experiences, teachers need to create environments where …
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Exactly one year ago, our working team’s leader, the late Rachel Graves Jones, circulated a list of questions to help spark our …
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Often when a disaster happens, ministry leaders and congregations are inundated with immediate and physical needs. As they respond …
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At St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Beaufort, North Carolina, in the back of the church, you can find canvas bags filled with all …
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Content warning: The following essay includes a discussion of pregnancy loss. When I was standing at the threshold of so many …
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