"Cry out for insight, and raise your voice for understanding... then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God." -Proverbs …
The 30 Minute Summer Sabbath
"It could be as simple as playing a game of Go Fish or staring at the stars from a blanket on the driveway. Could we practice the Sabbath that way? I think it’s worth a …
Why We Allowed Phones on the Youth Mission Trip
"With my photos, I was able to saturate our church communications channels with the story of our mission trip, but I am only one participant - and I’m an adult..." Mission Trip …
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7 Keys for a Transformational Mission Trip
"No matter the length or location, preparation is the key that will make a life-long difference in the lives of the participants. Use these strategies as a guide to help your youth …
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Spring Stewardship: 5 Ways to Lay a Firm Foundation
"The stewardship house you want to build in the fall will be stronger if you begin to lay the foundation now. Strong stewardship programs are built on vibrant …
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Zac the Chaplain Dog
"He was both a source and a recipient of affection for personnel who were expected to maintain military bearing at all times and otherwise had no outlet for emotional expression …
Celtic Prayers for Traveling
"God be with you at each stop and each sea; At each lying down and each rising up; In the trough of the waves, on the crest of the billows. Each step of the journey you …
Three Models for Intergenerational Faith Formation
"The programming is not the end-goal. The goal is mutual learning, growing closer to Christ, and deepening faith. In intergenerational formation, people of all ages make this …
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How to Host a *Structured* Hymn Sing
"With laughter, our gathered group agreed we would break with our tradition of always singing every verse..." "The evening worked, and I’ve had requests for a reprise. Give it a …
Build a Better *Biblical* Easter Basket
"The Good News of Easter is for every day. Christ is our Good Shepherd and He will always care for his flock. That love stays with us, no matter where we go or what we …
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