"The very young ones may not grasp all the details, but they are captivated by the figure of Jesus, even when he hurts." Stations of the Cross for Children The supplies …
That Empty Feeling: What To Do When Nobody Shows Up for Sunday School
"Feelings of resentment bubble up inside you. What do you do? Well, don't pack up your book bag and head out the door. God has a plan, even if you need to scrap your own." That …
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Singing in the Dark: Ash Wednesday with Children
"Finding a way to share Ash Wednesday with children may be difficult, but it is not impossible. In my own parish, we do it through song." Darkness and Song As a little …
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Inquiring Minds Want to Know: A Recipe for Confirmation
Home baked bread has been part of my life ever since I can remember. On Sundays my mother would take out the Joy of Cooking, turn to page 603, and begin gathering the ingredients. …
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Becoming the Story We Tell: Renewing our engagement with Christ crucified and risen
The following is by Jesse Hair, Anglican Church of Canada. The Anglican Church in Canada is a partner in the worldwide Anglican Communion and in the universal Church that proclaims …
7 Tips for Becoming a Welcoming Congregation
The Rev. Canon Neal O. Michell is the Canon to the Ordinary with the Diocese of Dallas. This essay is an excerpt from his book, How to Hit the Ground Running: A Quick-Start Guide …
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11 Ways to Fundraise for Youth Ministry: #1 Involves Bat Poop!
"Read the story of the Jesus Feeding the 5,000, and ponder how Jesus was able to create resources out of nothing." Fundraising for Youth Ministry Youth ministry and …
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A Unique Christmas Service: Four Short Plays
Each of the four short plays, around five minutes long, shows different characters and different events in the nativity story. A brief, kid-friendly discussion time is then led, …
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2 Litanies for Thanksgiving
"For our daily food and drink, our homes and families, and our friends, We thank you, Lord." Two Litanies for Thanksgiving Litanies are longer …
8 Activities for All Saints’ Day
"Look at the memorials in your church and talk about the stories behind them. In many churches, you will find windows, books, liturgical items, and more, which were given in honor …