Drew Downs describes himself as "an emergent presbyter from the Episcopal tribe, living as honestly as I can and helping transform …
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What Can Mega Churches Teach Us?
The following outline is from article that was written by Scott Thumma, a sociologist of religion and researcher for Hartford …
Presenting and Blessing Bibles: Liturgy and Prayers
"Encourage us with the help of the Holy Spirit to use these sacred writings for our prayer and inspiration, for the increase of …
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Prayers for Labor Day
"Almighty God, whose Son Jesus Christ in his earthly life shared our toil and hallowed our labor: Be present with your people …
Prayers for Rites of Passage
Preparing for New Beginnnings While we often think of summertime as a slowing down time, it is also a time of transitions …
Characteristics of a Radically Welcoming Community
by Stephanie Spellers Radically welcoming communities aren't perfect, and may never truly "arrive," but they are becoming . . …
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Lectionary-Based Faith Formation
"When we follow the lectionary, we read large sections of the Bible over a three-year span. Many churches also choose to go deeper …
Miss Pious’ Guide to Good Behavior in Church
"Heavens no, my dear! ... Children learn by example you know." I was pleased to discover the following gem …
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Radical Welcome and The Other
Radical welcome is first and foremost a spiritual practice. It combines the Christian ministry of welcome and …
The Book That Changed the World: 400 Years Since the King James Version
This May marks the 400th anniversary of the King James Version of the Bible. Credited with democratizing …
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