"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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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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Why Sunday School Still Matters – And Why it Still Works
The goal of Christian formation is not to create churchgoers; the goal of Christian formation is to raise up disciples of Jesus Christ. Corporate worship is a key component to a …
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Finding Good Pictures for Church Publications
"How many are your works, O LORD! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures." -Psalm 104:24 Churches Need Images Whether you …
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3 Keys for Welcoming Newcomers at Church
"It takes intentionality and congregational awareness to be a truly welcoming congregation. The overused phrase All are Welcome is false advertising unless it's backed up by …
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12 Ways to Keep in Touch with High School Grads
"Don’t give up on your non-communicative high school grads. Keep them in your prayers, and don’t take their silence for lack of love or appreciation." Sending Off our …
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“The Painting Table” in Lent
"One of the most freeing spiritual exercises I have ever experienced! I am so very grateful for this sacred space, especially now, during …
That Empty Feeling: What To Do When Nobody Shows Up for Sunday School
"Feelings of resentment bubble up inside you. What do you do? Well, don't pack up your book bag and head out the door. God has a plan, even if you need to scrap your own." That …
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A Unique Christmas Service: Four Short Plays
Each of the four short plays, around five minutes long, shows different characters and different events in the nativity story. A brief, kid-friendly discussion time is then led, …
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