Church Schools Archives - Building Faith

The “Back-Pocket Bin”: Thinking Ahead for Unexpected Times

In the decade I have been serving in Christian education, I have found that it is necessary to have a few “back-pocket” ideas that …

To download this beautiful resource for use at church or at home as a PDF, click here. Introduction Blessings and prayers …

Editor's Note: The Way of the Cross is also referred to as Stations of the Cross. I developed this guide for children and this …

In a multi-tasking, stressful and just overall busy life, the gentle sound of the beads of my rosary leaving my pocket has become …

We know that engagement with the Bible is critical to faith development at all stages, and a tremendous variety of children’s …

"Chapel time supports the children as they discover for themselves the art of faith language to help them express what is already …

"In that moment, so pregnant with hope, pride, excitement, joy, nervousness, and expectation, we find our everyday …

"We hoped that a prayer station, in some small way, might be a positive and supportive presence for the community." Praying for …

"Campbell’s example brought out the generosity in others... students in other grades began their own drives for books, shoes and …

"God’s gifts are all around us, wherever we are, and the Creation Trail can help your community celebrate all things bright and …