"Podcasts fit into our experience of modern life, which makes them a great medium for Christian formation." Have you noticed that everyone seems to be listening to …
Should We Offer VBS at Our Church?
If you are reading this publication, it’s because you are already hosting Vacation Bible School or are thinking about offering it next summer. There are as many ways to offer VBS …
An Adventure in Reading: Parish Offers Summer Day Camp
Here’s an idea worth considering—host a reading camp for children in need of reading assistance. This summer St. Martin’s-in-the-Fields in Columbia, South Carolina hosted the …
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Explore Baptism with Children Through Storytelling and Picture Books
Sometimes concepts like baptism can seem too large to talk about with our children. Where do we start? We can best support their faith by respecting their experiences while helping …
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Illuminated Cards to Teach the Liturgy
Ultimately the well-formed life of prayer is about unifying that experience: two sides of the same card. Gamifying the Liturgy I go to school with a lot of people who design …
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The Best VBS Programs of 2018
The Reviews Are In! Each year the Center for the Ministry of Teaching compiles reviews on VBS programs for the current year. We believe that Vacation Bible School helps …
Urban Ministry: A Conversation with Ramelle McCall
"These folks are up for new things. If I can use my leadership to make the right connections and help Holy Trinity to serve the community, they'll go for it. My job is to encourage …
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Home Church: How My Awesome Kids Talked Us into Worshipping in the Living Room
"What had begun as a way to fit church in at home became a beautiful and meaningful family gathering. I can only hope that one day my children will get to experience 'home church' …
VBS Needs Teens, and Teens Need VBS
At many churches, teens and tweens are invited to help with Vacation Bible School to create wonderful multi-age programs that foster a sense of ownership and connection among young …
Why VBS and Clergy Are a Natural Fit
Throughout my career as a minister I have participated in many Vacation Bible School weeks, and regardless of the church or the theme, VBS always puts a spring in my step. Last …