Young people don't need theology translated into simpler terms; they need to be invited into the actual work of doing theology. The problem with most Christian education curricula …
Letter from the Editor: 12 Highlights from 2025
Dear Building Faith Community,Happy Advent! I hope this season has brought you meaningful moments of waiting, hoping, and preparing for God to come and be among us in new ways.As …
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Contemplation as Essential Practice for Sustainable Ministry
"We must find sources of strength and renewal for our own spirits, lest we perish. We must learn to be quiet, to settle in one spot for a period. Sometimes, during each day, …
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Prayers for Transgender Day of Remembrance
November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance. It is a day to remember, grieve, and honor the lives of transgender persons who have died throughout the year because of …
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Building Faith’s Top Picks for Intergenerational Curriculum
Looking for the “best” intergenerational ministry curriculum? There are a variety of options from different publishers and denominations. The right choice depends entirely on your …
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Building Faith’s Top Picks for Children’s Ministry Curriculum
Looking for the “best” curriculum for your children's ministry? There are many options from a variety of publishers and denominations. The right choice depends entirely …
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Intergenerational Worship: The Sound Factor
If you have been part of a congregation where children are present during worship, you have probably heard someone comment about the “noise” of children. The truth is that children …
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“The Serviceberry”: A Five-Week Bible and Book Study
As the morning sun crested the Seven Sisters east of Asheville, North Carolina, I stood in its pale light near a sparsely decorated flower cross. Easter was early in 2024. I had …
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Journaling in Ordinary Time: A Simple, Meaningful Spiritual Practice
Ordinary Time is expansive. This year it lasts from June 8 to November 30. This makes Ordinary Time a perfect season to dig out a journal bought for a New Year's resolution, open a …
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Finding Your Voice: A Formation Idea for Pentecost
Pentecost is a lively feast. It abounds with stories and symbols of the mysterious, sometimes mischievious Spirit of God at work among people, nonhuman creatures, and nonliving …
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