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Faith Words Matter: Helping Teens Articulate Faith

"We adults can help youth reshape their thinking by putting a name to their experience that will help them see how God is at …

"Not every gift comes wrapped in ribbons... You may have to go searching for your gift, or it may come and find …

"Being a priest is like having a super power you can only use when you share it. Unless you're here, I can't celebrate communion. …

"Generosity is one of the most important values parents and churches can model for children and teenagers." Teaching …

"In a day and age when all ages could probably use help hearing and better relating to our sacred stories, this children’s sermon …

"The Rite Place invites children into age-appropriate ministry where they learn responsibility by participating fully in worship. …

"To commemorate and acknowledge the events of September 11th, 2001, as well as to offer the community a calming reminder of God's …

"The Challenge was taken on as a shared adventure in faith and there were regular, informal conversations about passages, ideas …

"I love that young people are in church, not for a specified purpose, but just to “be.” Just to hang out. Just to be bored. Just …

"I think when people lead by passion, something true to who they are, that’s so exciting. You see God’s Spirit and love through …