Youth Ministry Archives - Building Faith

Gathering to Write: An Intergenerational Advent Practice

Writing is a way of paying close attention to our lives. Finding just the right words to describe our thoughts, emotions, and …

Looking for the “best” curriculum for your Confirmation class? There are many options from a variety of publishers and …

As we continue our transition back to in-person work, ministry, and gatherings of all kinds, creating opportunities to foster …

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 …

I am flattened by how helpless I have felt by the isolation and suffering uncovered, highlighted, and underscored in these past …

Two years into the pandemic, we had some interest in preparing for confirmation from a few teens in our parish. Leading a class in …

We have crossed the threshold into the long, green season after Pentecost. We have turned the corner into "Ordinary Time." Program …

Holy hospitality is something Jesus demonstrates time and again in our ancient text, and we have the opportunity to reflect …

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 …

As the church program year draws to a close, many of us will begin to consider end-of-year gifts and recognition for teachers and …

It can be intimidating, as a new campus minister, to think about campus outreach. Where's the highest foot traffic place to table? …

As the parent of a bisexual, gender-queer child, I feel called to provide education and safe spaces for people to learn more about …