"Look at the memorials in your church and talk about the stories behind them. In many churches, you will find windows, books, …
Reflection: Moment to Moment in the Arms of the Church
Children are energetic, sometimes more than others, and last Sunday in church was no exception. They have a way of worshiping that …
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Worshiping with Children
Carolyn C. Brown is a well-known author, especially in regards to children's ministry and children in worship. She now blogs at …
Kids and Compline
Jeff Jackson is the Rector of St. Nicholas Episcopal Church in Hamilton, Georgia. This article first appeared on his blog, The …
What Do Young Adults Really Want?
In recent weeks there has been a plethora of articles, editorials, research statistics, and commentary about …
Planning Children’s Chapel: Nuts & Bolts
Creative Ideas for Children's Worship is a series of 3 books by Sarah Lenton, providing fresh ideas and activities for a …
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Holy Props for Children’s Worship Space
Preparing Worship Space for Children If you're going to offer a separate Liturgy of the Word for children apart from …
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Should There Be a Children’s Sermon? Pros & Cons
Considering the Children's Sermon Children's sermons. You either love them or hate them. They can be cute with no …
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Decorating for Pentecost
"Borrow some wind chimes that you can place near the doors of the church, where the movement of those coming in and out will set …
The Joy of Memorizing (and Reciting) Scripture
"I have found profound personal benefit in preparing Scripture passages to recite in worship services, and in Sunday School …
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