"Authenticity is a choice, albeit a choice with consequences... Brene Brown highlights the 'daily practice of letting go of who we think we’re supposed to be and embracing who we …
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In Defense of the Christmas Cookie – Recipes included
"Making cookies from scratch is not much more complicated than ripping open a box or slicing cookies from a tube. But it is infinitely more …
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Dear Parents: Thank You for Bringing Your Children to Church
"I can’t think of a better way for God's family to enter the church building on a Sunday morning than by shaking your hand and receiving a high-five from your child. …
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Are You Good at Waiting? Online Resources for Advent
In our own lives, Advent can be a special time of learning to wait, slowing down, and preparing for the birth of Christ. Time Does Not Negotiate... Margaret Wheatley, a scientist …
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The Living Advent Wreath: An Activity for Children
"There are only two components to creating a Living Advent Wreath – the candle capes and the circular wreath to lay on the floor – and as many ways to use it as you, or your …
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Coffee To Go: A Church Connects With the Community One Cup at a Time
It's a lot easier to strike up a conversation with someone while pouring them a cup of coffee, than just "out of the blue." Occasionally, people will ask for prayer, but often it's …
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Book Review: Room at My Table by Evelyn Bence
"...to make this meal an event that all around the table can celebrate together, taking pleasure in the food, the company, the occasion, all of which... are foretastes of the …
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Prayers for Halloween
"Almighty God, in whom is no darkness at all, Grant me your light perpetually..." Prayers for Halloween The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17). …
Creating Mixed Seating at Intergenerational Events
"How could I guarantee that each table would have an intergenerational representation? My solution: silk flowers and quart jars." An …
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Faith Formation Explained in 66 Words
"Faith is formed by the power of the Holy Spirit through personal, trusted relationships – often in our own homes." A Recurring …
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