February is Black History Month in the U.S., and the theme for 2023 is “Black Resistance.” According to the “2023 Black History …
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February is Black History Month in the U.S., and the theme for 2023 is “Black Resistance.” According to the “2023 Black History …
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You agreed in a pre-pageant haze to take over this year's Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. Lent seemed so far away. Now it's around …
Sue Vogelman taught kindergarten and first grade for more than 10 years at Sandy Hook Elementary School (SHS) in Newtown, CT. She …
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As we continue our transition back to in-person work, ministry, and gatherings of all kinds, creating opportunities to foster …
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Families in our parish are eager to “be the hands and feet of Jesus” in our community and we strive to do a service project every …
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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 …
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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As the parent of a bisexual, gender-queer child, I feel called to provide education and safe spaces for people to learn more about …
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I embrace my promise in the Baptismal Covenant to “strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every …
For our Confirmation Retreat, I created a series of activities around the baptismal promises that invited movement, reflection, …