"The ministry of an acolyte is built upon a formative system of development that is changeless, consistent, powerful, and transformative. We seek to reclaim the role of acolyte as …
How to Select the Right VBS Curriculum
Whether you create your own curriculum or purchase a new or perineal program, it is important to match it to your congregation’s interests, the gifts and talents of your …
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Focusing Formation Outward into the World
I dream of a church that understands its mission to be sending out agents of transformation into the world so that each person understands themselves as “radically sent.” I …
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How Dioceses Can Help Churches Make Disciples
As a diocesan Christian educator, I have seen all kinds of programs, the latest gurus sharing their books, and new mission strategies designed to move the church forward. Often …
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Moving from Educating Members to Forming Disciples
The Episcopal Church is rooted in a history of preparing individuals for proclaiming the Gospel locally and internationally since it was established in 1789. The creation of the …
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Publisher Reviews
Over the years, the Center for the Ministry of Teaching’s (CMT) Top Picks have consistently come from the same three or four publishing houses. The reviews on these pages are …
A ‘No Sweat’ Resource for Adult Education: The Embracing Series
What is "Embracing" from Church Publishing? The Embracing Series is a unique collection of adult studies on important topics of interest to today’s Christians, …
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(Re)Discovering the Adult Catechumenate: The Path of Discipleship
"The catechumenate evolved to be a process that nurtured growth in faith and ‘experiencing a change of heart’ to truly be a follower of Christ within a community." From Membership …
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Children’s Chapel: 8 Ways to Make it Great
"Give each child one pipe cleaner. Have them form a prayer. For example, a child might form an airplane to pray for family traveling. Prayers may be left on the Children's Chapel …
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New Adult Education Series: The Christian Life Trilogy
"Easter Day is a glorious celebration of worship; yet mysteriously, the church goes right back to the normal routine just as things are about to get exciting!" New Series …
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