What if Advent were less about which songs to sing which weeks and more about using our resources to ensure that all people are …
How Churches Can Become Places of Healing
These days in a world of ongoing communal crises, I find myself asking different questions of my own spirituality as well as our …
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Church Participation in Pride Events: Why and How to Show Up
Every summer many municipalities, large and small, offer festivals, worship services, and parades to invite communities to …
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Summer Formation Bingo: A Family or Church-wide Challenge
As the daylight creeps longer and trees begin to blossom, I put away our boots and mittens for (hopefully) a few months and dig …
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Prioritizing Wellness in Churches
This January, I had the privilege to present on prioritizing wellness in a church setting at FORMA. I felt honored and excited by …
“Blessing the Fields”: A Liturgy for Community Farms and Gardens
Our founding team began Plainsong Farm to create a place to cultivate connections between people, places, and God, a place that …
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Companions Sharing Our Journey: A Group for Widows & Widowers
Six months after being widowed at the age of 61, I heard God’s voice calling me to move from sadness to joy. I realized that all …
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Gratitude in an Unjust World
Giving thanks is part of Christian life. It lies at the heart of the Eucharist, which literally means “to give thanks.” It is a …
Evangelism through the Blessing of Animals
Editor's note: This article was originally published as "Blessing of the Animals: How to invite your neighborhood into more!" by …
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A Halloween Costume Drive for Local Partner Organization
Families in our parish are eager to “be the hands and feet of Jesus” in our community and we strive to do a service project every …
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