It has now been over four months. It is time for me to return to facilitating the ministry rather than doing it all. There is …
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It has now been over four months. It is time for me to return to facilitating the ministry rather than doing it all. There is …
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Lay preachers are uniquely dedicated to preaching—clear enough about their calling to step out of the expected lane of lay …
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"...help people identify their superpowers and find ways to use those gifts in ministry, to our mutual joy and benefit." The …
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Inspired by the Episcopal Church's Way of Love initiative, the wardens at St Luke's have been praying for their congregation …
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January doesn't just mark the Season of Epiphany, but the Season of Annual Meetings as well. In many congregations, January …
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"It means that you can move away from the last-minute scramble for volunteers, curriculum, and supplies; and instead approach …
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Fond Farewell to Matthew Kozlowski Dear Readers, We have bittersweet news to share. This June, Matthew Kozlowski will be …
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"As you think about how you want to convey information, aim for a mix. Talk, but also show, and give your group the opportunity to …

The Rev. Canon Neal O. Michell is the Canon to the Ordinary with the Diocese of Dallas. This essay is an excerpt from his book, …
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"The key to supporting different generations lies in understanding the drivers of the differences and leveraging unique …
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