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Building Faith is a ministry of Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary. We publish theologically rich, practically oriented articles on Christian formation. Our mission is to equip and inspire churches and individuals for ministries of Christian education and faith formation for all ages.

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Prayers for Lent

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January 5, 2026

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Letter from the Editor: 12 Highlights from 2025

Jodi Belcher (she/her/hers)
December 16, 2025

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Contemplation as Essential Practice for Sustainable Ministry

Guesnerth Josué Perea (he/him/his)
December 9, 2025

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“The Gifts They Bring”: A Resource for Empowering and Including Children and Youth in Churches

Jodi Belcher (she/her/hers)
November 24, 2025

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Seasonal Articles: Epiphany


Chalking the Door: An Epiphany Tradition

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Prayers for Epiphany

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The Great Episcopal Baking Show: Digital Ministry That Inspires

Lisa Brown

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Celebrating Epiphany at Church: 5 Fresh Ideas

Lisa Brown

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Articles for the Upcoming Season: Lent


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Prayers for Lent

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A Shame-freeing Lent: Stories & Practices for Liberating Lenten Formation

Jodi Belcher (she/her/hers)

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Cuaresma en casa

Luis Hernandez Rivas (he/him/his)

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Lent in a Bag: An Activity for Church or Home

Shawn Schreiner and Vicki Garvey

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VBS, Summer Camp, and Intergenerational Curriculum Perennial Favorites

Resources to Learn, Pray, and Act This Martin Luther King Day

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A Free Tool for Formation Planning: The Ministry Planning Calendar

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Prayers and Blessings for the Church Year

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Building Faith’s Top Picks for Devotionals

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Building Faith’s Top Picks for Catechesis & Confirmation Curriculum

Annual Planning Calendar Templates: Years A + B + C

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Handouts for Observing Liturgical Seasons at Home

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