Mary Hess has been a tireless advocate for the practice and study of religious education at both the seminary and parish level. In her work she seeks to remain close to the daily …
An Intergenerational Epiphany Pageant
"Saints before the altar bending, watching long in hope and fear. Suddenly our hope unending, in Creation shall appear.Come and worship, come and worship, worship Christ the new …
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Your Spiritual Year In Review
"This spiritual practice of reflection is powerful and honors one year as it travels back into the Lord’s hands. Then my hands are empty to receive God’s gift of the new year – …
Three Teaching Points for Epiphany
Epiphany reminds us that Christmas is just the beginning of the story. The Meaning of Epiphany The church celebrates Epiphany on January 6th each year, twelve days after Christmas …
Come to the Manger
Christ Church in Alexandria Virginia has far more worshippers on Christmas Eve than we could ever reasonably accommodate in our historic 18th-century space. Was putting the 50-150 …
Communal Collages
"Sometimes our story—our piece of the puzzle—doesn't make sense in the moment. It's hard to figure out what we're even looking at, to see the big picture. This project …
How to Plan a Men’s Retreat That’s Just the Right Amount of Churchy
One of the biggest challenges of getting guys to buy into a men's retreat is their fear (not unfounded) that it will be too churchy—and too cheesy. "We're Not Going to Sing …
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The Book of Acts With Children: 5 Teaching Points
"Of all the books of the Bible, this is perhaps the most evocative of an adventure tale. Really, who doesn’t like chase scenes and picnics on a rooftop with lunch catered by God …
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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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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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