As someone who has a heart for service, I make that a big part of my own family and my ministry at church. One of the most common …
Supporting Parents of LGBTQIA+ Youth
I embrace my promise in the Baptismal Covenant to “strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every …
All Ages Worship: Shifting Language & Why it Matters
Back in December, I dug the signage for our Christmas Eve Services out of storage and put it in front of the church. Despite all …
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Seven Last Words: An Immersive and Interactive Experience for Children And Youth
On Palm Sunday 2019, the children and youth of Trinity Episcopal Church in Menlo Park, California, were invited to dive deeply …
A Devotional for Lent At Church and Home
Study and preparation are customary for Christians during Lent. Many churches plan special programs in which prayer practices, …
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Gender Inclusive Children’s Ministry: Where To Start
Gender, like so many other aspects of human identity, exists on a spectrum. I’m a non-binary trans Episcopal priest, and …
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Creating a StoryWalk® for Faith Formation
Sharing stories is one of the best ways for children to grow in community and their own personal faith. During our time apart from …
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Telling The Story of Epiphany with Puppets
“God didn’t send a warrior or an emperor? Or even just a really strong person? He sent someone smaller than her!” My …
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Digital Nativity Story from Shapes of Ministry
Even before the move into virtual ministry, I struggled to find Bibles or picture books for children to use in my ministry. Some …
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On The Road to Emmaus: Pondering, Playing, & Baking with Luke 24: 13-33
I used to spend my Sunday mornings working at a bakery, mixing up twenty-pound batches of brioche and shaping hundreds of soft …
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