"Kids tend to be better at self-regulating (and redirecting each other) if they know what is expected." Church School …
Easter Symbols – What do Bunnies, Eggs, and Bonnets have to do with Jesus?
"Our Christian faith is rich in symbolism, both ancient and modern. Easter, after our period of study and repentance, offers us …
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A Christmas Pageant Moment of Grace
Henry stepped into the aisle, his beloved Eeyore in hand, and began to carefully, quietly process towards us, stepping like a …
Easy Advent Song for Children: “Baby’s a-Coming”
"Most children know what it’s like to prepare for the arrival of a baby and will immediately have their suggestions for what we …
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A Bible Study for Mothers, and Babies!
"I'd learned that what I thought the moms wanted was probably not what they wanted at all. And what they wanted was changing as …
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A Christmas Reflection: A Gift to the Christ Child
What can I give him, poor as I am, If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb; If I were a wise man, I would do my …
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An Advent Song for Children: “Prophets Show the Way”
"A prophet is someone who tells the truth no matter how difficult telling the truth might be. Every child understands that …
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10 Tips for Teaching Children a Song
"Spirituals, folk songs, simple choir songs, fragments of hymns – contemporary or traditional... once a song is memorized a child …
11 Ways to Fundraise for Youth Ministry: #1 Involves Bat Poop!
"Read the story of the Jesus Feeding the 5,000, and ponder how Jesus was able to create resources out of …
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Advent for Everyone with Intergenerational Activities
Something for everyone. Nourishment for spirits of all ages. Perhaps not the quiet and contemplative Advent event I thought I …
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