"We adults can help youth reshape their thinking by putting a name to their experience that will help them see how God is at …
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8 Gift Ideas for Graduating Seniors
"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 …
Teens, Sin, and Grace
"I hand out the love letter packets... They read, laugh, and cry. They feel loved and validated in a way that exceeds even the …
How to Talk with Teens about Sin
"Young people can equate sin with a simple failure to follow the rules... In order to have a meaningful discussion about sin, we …
Burning Palms to Ashes with the Confirmation Class
"A somber, quiet ritual was transformed by the smiles and giggles of young people, fully present, enjoying the moment, burning …
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Summer Camp Formation: Why It WORKS
"What is it about this time and space that offers such fertile ground for young people to draw closer to God, and learn so much …
Being Church, Being Proud
Nothing surprised me more than seeing my daughter excited to hand out “come to church” flyers at a gay pride parade. She and her …
*We* are the Literal Heart of Jesus: what it means to engage in lifewide Christian formation
A month ago Building Faith published a pre-review of the young adult novel-turned hit movie The Fault in Our Stars. Author Lisa …