"You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are …
All God’s Children: Intergenerational Lenten Program for all Ages
"The mingling of innocence and maturity, playfulness and reverence creates a bold and bigger vision of the church as the body of …
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Breaking Bread: Why Churches Still Need Dinner Groups
"It seemed the twentieth-century idea had run its course. But last year we sensed people were hungry for conversation beyond our …
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Make Welcoming Church Signs with an 8 Dollar Item
"Helpful signs answer these questions. And when questions are answered, a funny thing happens: anxiety goes down, and people can …
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Dear Parents: Thank You for Bringing Your Children to Church
"I can’t think of a better way for God's family to enter the church building on a Sunday morning than by shaking your hand and …
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Advent Wreath Liturgy and Prayers for Church
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the …
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Coffee To Go: A Church Connects With the Community One Cup at a Time
It's a lot easier to strike up a conversation with someone while pouring them a cup of coffee, than just "out of the blue." …
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Creating Mixed Seating at Intergenerational Events
"How could I guarantee that each table would have an intergenerational representation? My solution: silk flowers and quart …
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A Church Reinvents Adult Education with a Bible and a Blog
"This challenge is examining my mind, quenching my thirst, and digging deeply into my inner being." I wanted to share something my …
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Faith Formation Explained in 66 Words
"Faith is formed by the power of the Holy Spirit through personal, trusted relationships – often in our own …
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