As a dedicated faith formation resource person with a specialization in digital media, I have observed that young adult ministers are asking very different questions from other …
Future of Adult Faith Formation
The 2015 National Symposium on the Future of Adult Faith engaged more than 100 Christian faith formation leaders in analyzing the forces affecting the lives of adults and faith …
Top 10 PG Movies for Church Groups
"As leaders, we can help kids make such connections, and the movies below lend themselves to that." Movies for Church Groups Whether it's a youth group meeting, a …
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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Holy Week Family Service: Tenebrae with Props
After each reading the prop is returned to its place on the table and covered with a black napkin...A pattern of black grows across the table as the readings …
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Making Easter Butterflies, Alleluia!
"The children St. James hunt for their butterflies much like others hunt for eggs. Youth and families can be found looking for the older butterflies they made when they were …
How to Plan an Effective Retreat
"A retreat gives participants a time and space to be fully present, to do work that is hard to accomplish, or to partake in reflection that eludes us in the regular rhythm of our …
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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Advent Wreath Making Survival Guide
"The event helps to position people to observe Advent as a spiritual season at home... As we say here in New York, What’s not to like?" Making Advent Wreaths at …
Love and Serve: A Youth Group Learns Compassion in Visiting Aging Adults
"On the drive back to the church, the deacon was able to help the youth process the visit and to claim the truth that faith sharing is the best kind of sharing of all." Youth Group …
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