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4 Things I Tell Children The Sunday Before Lent

"...During Lent we do not say Alleluia in church. That way, when we use it again, it will be extra special. So, everyone help me, …

"What had begun as a way to fit church in at home became a beautiful and meaningful family gathering. I can only hope that one day …

"We started with just three families for several months. I always call this time 'the growing pains of starting something new.' …

"They learn best through discovery; love asking questions and trying out new games and ideas... They need security and structure; …

"Families spent time doing the crafts and talking about the Bible story at home. While the length of camp time was shortened, the …

"Teachers who feel connected – to each other, and to church leaders/staff – will be more committed to the faith formation program. …

"What matters most is that your prayer is authentic, spoken from the hopes and fears of your heart. God knows you and delights in …

"The response has been positive from the children, the parents, and my current leaders who had wanted a way to make a first time …

"We should regularly invite children into the paschal mystery as often as we can, creating new opportunities to share the Good …

"We talk about Jesus’ arrest, crucifixion, and death and how the sky turned dark and the earth stopped breathing. But the children …