"With her fresh approach to things – perhaps this new child has raised a critical question." Burying the Alleluia One of the joys of our Ecumenical After School Good …
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The Gethsemane Watch: A Maundy Thursday Vigil
"For some people, participating for an hour at a vigil is a daunting task... While it may be a challenge, it can be a wonder-filled, grace-filled …
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2 Easter Crafts: Resurrection Garden & Easter Wheat
"Forth he came at Easter, like the risen grain, he that for three days in the grave had lain, quick from the dead my risen Lord is seen: Love is come again like wheat that …
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Youth Minister vs. Youth Ministry
The Reverend Julie Graham spent eight years as coordinator of youth and young adult ministries for the Diocese of California. This article was first published as part of Vestry …
The Origin of ‘Burying the Alleluia’
"We part from the Alleluia as from a beloved friend, whom we embrace many times and kiss on the mouth, head and hand, before we leave him." Burying the …
Children’s Picture Books about Pancakes
"You may wish to read one or more on Pancake Day or on the days leading up to it..." Shrove Tuesday and Pancakes Shrove Tuesday will be here soon, and with it comes pancakes. Of …
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Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Relay Race!
"Today, many churches hold "Pancake Suppers." These can be great intergenerational events in which all pitch in to cook pancakes, set tables, serve one another and play …
A Creative Mindfulness Retreat
Planning a Weekend Retreat A while ago I was asked to lead a retreat for a church weekend. I chose the theme of "Creative Mindfulness". The intention of the weekend was …
Telling Time: Slowing Down in Advent
“Instead we believe that it’s a straight trajectory into the future, and we can go as fast as we please. This can move us away from nature, from rhythm, from others, from God and …
When the Lesson Isn’t the Plan: Addressing The Unexpected Moments in Sunday School
"You know what you're bringing into the lesson, but you don't always know what a child will bring. Still, you need to be as prepared as you can be for what happens during that time …