"In Christian communities today, it continues to be a day of purification, renewal, and hope. Some call the day Candlemas (Candle …
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Being the Body Together: Intergenerational Ministry
"We naturally gravitate toward people most like us which usually means those of a similar age. The church has long been a bastion …
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Digging Deeper: The Agnus Dei
Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: …
On-the-Spot Christmas Pageant
"Whether you only have a few children or you’ve got a small group to present a Christmas play, it is not difficult to hold an …
Book Review: Ancient Faith, Future Mission
The juxtaposition of these two would-be opposites, popularized by Robert Webber in his numerous writings on …
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Blue Christmas: Descrption and Service Outline
God, let all of us find some peaceful forgettings and peaceful rememberings, a good friend to listen to our story again, and, at …
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Why Start a Children’s Chapel?
Children can be familiarized with the order and flow of a worship service, even if they're not in church with Mom and Dad. Then, …