Bailey nips at me every morning when I scratch him. He is excited about our morning time together, so eager and present. His …
Conscious Collecting: Meeting Needs Near and Far
"Conscious Collecting is an important part of faith formation. Sometimes we see the fruit if these programs in surprising and …
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Christmas at Sea: Knitters Outreach to Mariners
Each member of the crew receives a handknit gift, arriving in a cheerful package with handwritten cards, a greeting from the …
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Advent Colors: History and Meaning
Advent means “coming” in Latin. In Greek, it is translated from parousia, commonly used in reference to the Second Coming of the …
The Liturgical Year Explained (Plus Free Printable Calendar!)
"This calendar keeps time to remember God's Salvation Story. The stories of God breaking into our darkness. Stories of God's work …
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“Feeling Blue” at Christmas
"You'll be doin' all right, with your Christmas of white... But I'll have a blue, blue Christmas." Blue …
Digging Deeper: The “O” Antiphons
from Living the Good News The seven “O Antiphons” originated in the daily monastic prayer of the eighth and ninth centuries. …
Christmas Evangelism: Practical Tips for Welcoming Church Visitors
What do you see at the front door? Or better, what don’t you see? Is it easy to find the entrance? Is it welcoming? Do this at …
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Digging Deeper: The Incarnation
The incarnation is more than an article of faith reserved for theological textbooks. It is a statement about the manner …
Was Jesus Christ born on December 25th?
Richard Giles is the author of several books regarding worship and creative liturgical space. Now living in Tynemouth, England, he …
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