Giving thanks is part of Christian life. It lies at the heart of the Eucharist, which literally means “to give thanks.” It is a central act in scripture’s psalms and epistles. It …
A Storytelling Pilgrimage Through the Christmas Story
Storytelling can take many forms: oral, digital, and written. A pilgrimage, as the Episcopal Church defines it, is “a journey taken with a religious or devotional intention. …
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Fall Faith-at-Home Bags
For the last two and a half years my congregation has been putting together seasonal “faith-at-home” bags to support and equip members of all ages in their faith development. …
What Do You Need This Summer: Rest? Momentum? Connection?
We have crossed the threshold into the long, green season after Pentecost. We have turned the corner into "Ordinary Time." Program years are ending and many of us are already …
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5 Things You Can Do to Respond to Gun Violence Today
With increasing frequency, acts of mass violence continue appearing in news headlines. The urge to act is often stifled by the feeling of inadequacy for the task at hand. Here are …
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The “Back-Pocket Bin”: Thinking Ahead for Unexpected Times
In the decade I have been serving in Christian education, I have found that it is necessary to have a few “back-pocket” ideas that are ready with a moment’s notice. Perhaps a …
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Creating A “Thank You” Video: A Unique End-Of-Year Gift
As the church program year draws to a close, many of us will begin to consider end-of-year gifts and recognition for teachers and other lay leadership. I faced this tradition down …
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Prayers for Beginning a Meeting or Gathering
Those of us in ministry are often in search of opening prayers for beginning a meeting or event. Here are four recommendations from the Lifelong Learning team. Do you have a …
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Drive-Through Journey to Bethlehem
Due to the limitations on indoor worship during the COVID-19 pandemic, we dreamed up a way for people to safely enter into the Christmas story. We created a Journey to Bethlehem …
How To Write A Land Acknowledgement For Your Parish
This land is your land, but it once was my landBefore we sold you Manhattan IslandYou pushed my nation to the reservationThis land was stole by you from me.~A verse written by …
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