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Christmas for Little Ones We've chosen twelve books that use text and image to capture the imagination of the very young and those who read to them! Some of these books …
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In our own lives, Advent can be a special time of learning to wait, slowing down, and preparing for the birth of Christ. Time Does Not Negotiate... Margaret Wheatley, a scientist …
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"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” -Romans 15:13 Advent Wreath Customs …
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"...to make this meal an event that all around the table can celebrate together, taking pleasure in the food, the company, the occasion, all of which... are foretastes of the …
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"Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." -Isaiah 7:14 My Trip to Target My wife and I like to send Christmas cards …
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“Your view of money is the chief spiritual issue of your life,” the Rev. Dr. Thomas Carson told conference attendees years ago. This is true for each of us and also for our …
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"The four weeks in November that lead up to Thanksgiving –that lynch pin before Advent – offer plenty of time for teaching …
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"On the drive back to the church, the deacon was able to help the youth process the visit and to claim the truth that faith sharing is the best kind of sharing of all." Youth Group …
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"This challenge is examining my mind, quenching my thirst, and digging deeply into my inner being." I wanted to share something my parish is doing that is breathing a lot of life …
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There are plenty reasons why pizza is an ideal food for youth groups. It arrives ready-to-eat; most people like it (vegetarians included); and it can be very cost effective, …
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