The Reviews Are In! Each year the Center for the Ministry of Teaching compiles reviews on VBS programs for the current year. We believe that Vacation Bible School helps …
The Gospel of Luke With Teenagers: 5 Teaching Points
Engaging the Bible in Youth Group I have been a Youth Minister since the early 90’s and I can tell you that incorporating solid Bible study into youth group time can be a …
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Urban Ministry: A Conversation with Ramelle McCall
"These folks are up for new things. If I can use my leadership to make the right connections and help Holy Trinity to serve the community, they'll go for it. My job is to encourage …
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Your Church Flock Needs You. To Curate
"Just as a museum director chooses the best of the collection to display, ministry leaders can choose and 'display' the best ways for people to grow in faith." What Is …
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Engaging Children in “Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John”
Lenten Program with Children Will your church be using Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John for Lent? Meeting Jesus is a six week program for small groups, teenaged and …
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How To Start a Parenting Group at Church: 5 Tips For Success
"We started with just three families for several months. I always call this time 'the growing pains of starting something new.' Don’t get discouraged!" Faith, Family, …
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How to Select the Right VBS Curriculum
Whether you create your own curriculum or purchase a new or perineal program, it is important to match it to your congregation’s interests, the gifts and talents of your …
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How Dioceses Can Help Churches Make Disciples
As a diocesan Christian educator, I have seen all kinds of programs, the latest gurus sharing their books, and new mission strategies designed to move the church forward. Often …
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Publisher Reviews
Over the years, the Center for the Ministry of Teaching’s (CMT) Top Picks have consistently come from the same three or four publishing houses. The reviews on these pages are …
Intergenerational Event: Create Bible Stories With Legos!
"Ring a bell when the time is up and ask each table to share about their creations. This discussion will lead to deeper engagement and shared learning." Generations Engaging Bible …
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