Building Faith
Have you ever had one of those times where the Spirit came at you from every place in your life and reminded you of what you REALLY know but have forgotten? Well, that has been …
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"You'll be doin' all right, with your Christmas of white... But I'll have a blue, blue Christmas." Blue Christmas We've all heard the Elvis Presley song, …
If high-school teens (Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12) could describe themselves, here are some things they might tell us. Keep in mind that these are just characteristics of …
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"Faith formation curators will need to develop sources they can trust for high quality religious content and experiences" What is a Faith Formation Curator? With both an …
"There is virtually nothing going on in the lives of adults, whether it is home life, work, or social issues that does not have religious and spiritual significance. The challenge …
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"Encourage us with the help of the Holy Spirit to use these sacred writings for our prayer and inspiration, for the increase of our own faith and devotion, and for the building up …
Continue Reading about Presenting and Blessing Bibles: Liturgy and Prayers
"When we follow the lectionary, we read large sections of the Bible over a three-year span. Many churches also choose to go deeper each week with all ages, exploring the lessons in …
"The kids wanted a dog, and she dreaded the thought of adding more responsibilities to her day." Stories of Families Two years ago, an …
Considering Space for Christian Formation Take a look at the big picture of your facilities and your education and formation ministries. Spend some time with an open mind …
"Walk around the neighborhood, looking for signs of new life.... Before dinner, sing a favorite Easter song or Alleluia." Focusing on Easter While many households observe …
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