"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 …
ChurchNext: A Powerful Tool for Adult Formation
"Ten years ago, we would've had to purchase or borrow a video from each speaker, if such resources even existed. ChurchNext puts it all in one place for streaming when and where we …
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The Joy of Singing with Children
“Like so many of us who work with children in the church, we discover that music is where our relationship with God is nourished.” Expert Advice …
‘Safe Church’ Practices for VBS
"When planning for your summer training, remember that you probably will have attendees and volunteers who you do not know... Stay vigilant this summer, prepare a safe and loving …
Creating a Prayer Net
"A piece of yarn tied to this net expresses the prayer of your heart without speaking a word. By rituals like this, we come closer to the Holy Spirit who prays within us 'with …
Celebrating Ascension Day at Home
"I think perhaps it is no small thing that Christ - even in his resurrected form - chose to spend his last days walking on terra firma with his friends and …
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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Teens, Sin, and Grace
"I hand out the love letter packets... They read, laugh, and cry. They feel loved and validated in a way that exceeds even the most popular of social media likes." Talking with …
Hosting a Bible Group for Moms
"Moms of different ages heard about what we were doing and soon we were joined my moms of elementary, high school, and college-aged children... Two grandmothers and one …
Presenting Bibles to Children – Make it Intergenerational
"The same older adult group turns in their favorite bible verse or verses. These are compiled onto a bookmark which is laminated... The very next Sunday in worship the bibles are …
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