"First of all, it’s lighthearted and fun! But more importantly, Lent Madness is a vehicle for learning about the women and men of …
Mission Trip vs Pilgrimage: What’s the Difference and Why it Matters
"Wherever youth ministry takes you this summer, and whether you lead missionaries or pilgrims, know that God walks with you. Buen …
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Singing in the Dark: Ash Wednesday with Children
"Finding a way to share Ash Wednesday with children may be difficult, but it is not impossible. In my own parish, we do it …
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Valentine’s Day… And Cyril and Methodius?
"We don't celebrate Cyril & Methodius Day with Cyrillic language banners flying. But we can honor their lives by …
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Inquiring Minds Want to Know: A Recipe for Confirmation
Home baked bread has been part of my life ever since I can remember. On Sundays my mother would take out the Joy of Cooking, turn …
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Remembering Locke Bowman: A Lifetime of Excellence in Christian Education
The Rev. Dr. Locke E. Bowman, Jr., Professor Emeritus of Virginia Seminary, First Director of the Center for the Ministry of …
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Parish Moves into Lifewide Formation
Recently over pizza and crisp white wine, four members of the Christian Formation Steering Team from my parish (Epiphany in …
Becoming the Story We Tell: Renewing our engagement with Christ crucified and risen
The following is by Jesse Hair, Anglican Church of Canada. The Anglican Church in Canada is a partner in the worldwide Anglican …
A Christmas Pageant Moment of Grace
Henry stepped into the aisle, his beloved Eeyore in hand, and began to carefully, quietly process towards us, stepping like a …
Easy Advent Song for Children: “Baby’s a-Coming”
"Most children know what it’s like to prepare for the arrival of a baby and will immediately have their suggestions for what we …
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