"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works." -Ephesians 2:10 How to Better Support LGBTQ+ Youth We are best able to tell others about God's …
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Explore Baptism with Children Through Storytelling and Picture Books
Sometimes concepts like baptism can seem too large to talk about with our children. Where do we start? We can best support their faith by respecting their experiences while helping …
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A Feast Fit for a Patron Saint: An Intergenerational Parish Breakfast
I believe that if you are going to celebrate a feast day in church, you better feast. Festa! I am not normally a jealous person, but lately I have been jealous of my mother’s …
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5 Tips from a Christian Minimalist to Simplify and Focus on What Really Matters
Jesus calls us to be intentional regarding how we spend our time, energy, and resources. As we approach the beginning of a new program year, things can start to get a …
Illuminated Cards to Teach the Liturgy
Ultimately the well-formed life of prayer is about unifying that experience: two sides of the same card. Gamifying the Liturgy I go to school with a lot of people who design …
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You Need A Christian Education Committee, STAT!
"Everyone wants a committed group of people rallied around a common vision, advocating for and supporting Christian formation in their parish. So how do you get …
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How to Build Sustainable Children & Youth Ministry Without Burnout
"It means that you can move away from the last-minute scramble for volunteers, curriculum, and supplies; and instead approach ministry with a detailed, long-term plan." What Do We …
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Make a “Wall of Prayer” For Children’s Chapel
"The children had no trouble finding words to tell God how wonderful God is and to thank God for the gifts God gives us. We wrote words like wonderful and amazing on arms raised in …
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Want to Start Small Groups? 6 Steps to Launch Next Semester
"Jesus jumpstarted his ministry by forming a small group. It’s dynamic. It’s worth it. It’s the most fruitful form of discipleship I’ve ever been a part of." The Joy of …
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Finish Strong: How to Celebrate Pentecost, Honor Youth, Thank Volunteers, And Avoid a Three-Ring Circus
"An intergenerational service of formation and worship is one way to bring all of the things 'we need to do' at the end of the program year into a celebration of the spiritual …