The practice of giving blessings is an important one theologically and for our community life together. In the act of …
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The Way of the Cross: Free Video & Reflection Guide
The devotion known as the Way of the Cross is an adaptation of a custom widely observed by pilgrims to Jerusalem: the offering of …
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Imposition of Ashes in a Time of Pandemic
A Note on Ash Wednesday and the Imposition of Ashes in a Time of Pandemic Several bishops have recently asked if I had any …
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Observing Ash Wednesday When We Cannot Assemble
Here we go again, folks: figuring out how to keep the holy days if we are in a place where the pandemic has prevented us from …
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“Must We Do Lent This Year?”
“Must we do Lent this year? We have had such a long and difficult year. We have already lost so much. There has already been too …
What Does This Day Mean? Handout for Candlemas at Home
To download this beautiful resource for households that supports the celebration of Candlemas at home as a PDF, click …
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An Easter Children’s Sermon
I’m a big believer in giving the children’s sermon as much thought as I do any other part of worship. Creating A Children's …
Using the Lectionary for Formation and Spirituality
“Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn and …
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Reimagining House Blessings as Pastoral Care in the Time of Covid-19
Author's Note: I am writing from my perspective as a priest, but many lay leaders provide meaningful pastoral care, even in the …
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Utilizing the Way of Love as a Congregation: Resources & Webinar Recording
The Way of Love is an initiative of the Episcopal Church that is easily adaptable for other denominations. Rather than a program …
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More than Just a Busy Bag: Helping Toddlers & Preschoolers Worship
Participation in worship is a key marker for lifelong faith development, so how do we do this well for our littlest ones? There …
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A Framework for Intergenerational Worship or Family Worship Online
Being the body of Christ together in worship takes intentional planning, development and evaluation, as we learn new ways to …
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