You are invited to join in a multimedia meditation for a moment of "hush in the rush" this Advent season. The Center for Christian …
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You are invited to join in a multimedia meditation for a moment of "hush in the rush" this Advent season. The Center for Christian …
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The season of Advent is marked by expectation and longing. We await the season of Christmas when we celebrate the birth of Christ. …
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When asked, what is your favorite season? I am always compelled to say, “Advent!” (even though I know they probably expect one of …
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Advent packs so many rich symbols into a few short weeks. While family time is often scarce, we have found that families try …
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Writing is a way of paying close attention to our lives. Finding just the right words to describe our thoughts, emotions, and …
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Last year, when we didn’t feel comfortable hosting people inside our buildings yet, we looked for a totally-outdoor Vacation Bible …
Children’s chapel can mean many things in many different contexts. When I talk about children’s chapel, I’m talking about a …
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I am flattened by how helpless I have felt by the isolation and suffering uncovered, highlighted, and underscored in these past …
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In the decade I have been serving in Christian education, I have found that it is necessary to have a few “back-pocket” ideas that …
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Those of us in ministry are often in search of opening prayers for beginning a meeting or event. Here are four recommendations …
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