Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary has a long history of providing Vacation Bible School Reviews to equip Christian Formation practitioners in making informed …
Books and Movies…in Pajamas!
Inspired by Kari Ann Lessner at the Diocese of Texas Cathedral, I offered a book discussion and activity before the movie version of A Wrinkle in Time was released in 2017. In 2018 …
Three Teaching Points for Holy Week
As you work to envision new ways of inviting people to enter into Holy Week, here are three teaching points to spark your imagination. Holy Week is the busiest time of the …
Trauma and Youth
"Once I understood [them] to be traumatized...I saw them as they really were – loving, hurting, gifted, fearful, seeking, blessed people of God. For my ministry, and for my own …
Creating Prayer Bottles
Children's spontaneous prayer—connecting to the wonder and love of God—is a gift for the whole family to explore. The season of Lent lends itself to creating opportunities for …
The Best VBS Programs of 2019
The Reviews Are In! Each year Lifelong Learning at VTS compiles reviews on Vacation Bible School programs for the current year. We believe that VBS helps churches spread the Good …
Webinar: Speaking to the Whole Room—Tips on Intergenerational Preaching
Resources for the webinar "Speaking to the Whole Room: Tips on Intergenerational Preaching" with presenters Mark Jefferson and Sarah Bentley Allred, hosted by Sarah …
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Vibrant Worship for All Ages
What Congregations Practicing Intergenerational Worship Have In Common What is “intergenerational worship”? “Intergenerational worship” or “worship for all ages” is worship that …
Vibrant Worship for All Ages: What Congregations Practicing Intergenerational Worship Have In Common
Background As a student entering my third year at Virginia Theological Seminary, I was invited to co-coordinate a Thursday evening Eucharist on campus. Our community “on the …
Three Teaching Points for Ash Wednesday
As Ash Wednesday approaches, here are three teaching points to consider as you invite your community into a meaningful experience of Lent. Ash Wednesday marks the first day of the …
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