Christian ministry is rooted in a deep belief in the dignity and worth of all people. In "The Book of Common Prayer," for example, …
The IKEA Effect in Ministry: Co-Constructing Faith with Gen Z
A few years ago, my wife and I decided to assemble an IKEA bookshelf together. We followed the instructions, deciphered the …
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The Hard and Holy Work of Talking to Young Children about Death
Sometimes in our work with children, we rub up against the edges of what Jerome Berryman called “existential limits." He named …
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Best Practices for Talking about Death in Ministry Settings
In our work as formation leaders, we will encounter opportunities to talk about death and minister to people who are grieving. It …
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“Nobody’s Perfect”: A Resource for Talking to Youth about Sin
Content warning: This article mentions sexual assault and racial violence. In November of 2018, my colleagues and I in the …
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Abolitionism, Proslavery Christianity, and Teaching the Fullness of Church History
The Power of a Good Story Luke 24:13–35 is one of my favorite biblical narratives about the aftermath of Jesus Christ’s …
When an Image of God Is Not Safe: The Impact of Trauma on Spirituality
Content warning: The following article mentions abuse as well as specifically sexual abuse. “I’m evil. My mom said I shouldn’t …
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Embodied Faith: Facilitating Sensory Engagements in Christian Formation
Embodied learning inspires embodied faith. To support embodied learning experiences, teachers need to create environments where …
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Tools and Resources to Enrich Your Bible Study
If you've ever searched for Bible study resources and felt completely overwhelmed, you're not imagining the mountain of materials …
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A Path of Support and Discovery: Mentoring for Formation Leaders
"Do you really want me? I do not have any experience.”Have you approached someone about becoming a formation leader and heard this …
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