Years ago, before my ordination to the diaconate, I chose hospital chaplaincy as my call to servant ministry. Specifically, I …
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Evaluating a Program: One Church’s Process and Lessons Learned
About a year ago, our Children’s Formation Committee decided to make a big change to the children's formation program. Our …
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Breaking through the Barriers: Techniques for Facilitating Difficult Conversations
I do not need to tell you that conversations can be difficult. You’ve experienced it. And yet, you have also had conversations …
Teaching Tip: 7 Ways to Quiet a Crowd
"The way that we invite children (or teens/adults) to listen goes a long way in setting the tone for what happens …
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Lectio Divina with Children
"This beautiful practice can be a powerful experience of praying with Scripture as a family. As the children begin to read, they …
Music to Feed your Spiritual Life
"Whether you are looking to inspire your church choir, relax on your way to work with music for your commute, or fill your home …
“This is confidential, but…” Reflecting on Confidence in Ministry
“I haven’t told anyone else about this yet . . . ” I have become the holder of many confidences. Musings, plans, ideas, and …
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