Recently I attended a conference on children and youth formation practices. It was a joy to meet with other formation ministers …
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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 …
Meaningful Gifts for Various Occasions
Throughout the church year, many appropriate opportunities for gift-giving arise, including confirmation, graduation, and thanks …
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Practice What You Preach: Self-care for Faith Formation Leaders
I was recently in a group discussion where the leader asked, "Do you practice what you preach?" This is a fair question and a good …
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Advent Meditation Workshop: The Story behind the Scenes
You are invited to join in a multimedia meditation for a moment of "hush in the rush" this Advent season. The Center for Christian …
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2023 Forma Annual Conference: Called to Covenant
Forma's annual conference is right around the corner, January 17 - 19, 2023, and all Christian educators and formation leaders, …
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Leading Adult Bible Study: Cultivating Empowering Experiences
Bible study in community can be a profoundly enriching experience for adults. Familiar stories can spark fresh insights. A text by …
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Preparing to Support a Church Community in the Event of Mass Tragedy
Sue Vogelman taught kindergarten and first grade for more than 10 years at Sandy Hook Elementary School (SHS) in Newtown, CT. She …
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A Practical Guide to Reviewing Resources Theologically
When you need to choose a resource, a prayer, or even a group game for a formation program, the theological dimensions of that …
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Entering a Ministry Context Well: Preparing the Space, Staff, & Congregation
This year, I made the transition from Associate Rector at a program-sized church in downtown Chicago to solo Rector and the only …
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