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Confirmation is an important rite of passage in many congregations. A well-balanced and varied set of elements works together to create an impactful, three-dimensional program. Larger Than Life He was a giant of a man with wavy silver hair and … Continue reading
Due to a high level of interest in my previous post “Inclusive or Exclusive Worship?” I decided to pull out a couple of posts in a previous series called Expansive Worship that continues this topic. Last week, I targeted children’s … Continue reading
Recruiting and retaining volunteers is an ongoing process in our faith communities. What are the best strategies for recruiting? How can we support them and help them stay? Once upon a Time Once upon a time a long time ago, … Continue reading
Find self-care activities that fill your bucket and work to include those in your routine in a meaningful and faith-focused way. Fill Your Empty Bucket Educators and students often see the summer months as their only time for self-care. This … Continue reading
Encountering Suffering I was in fourth grade when 9/11 happened and many teachers had the news on throughout the day. Our principal made an announcement that no one was allowed to talk about what had happened. I remember going to … Continue reading
The Church has a (com)mission with both internal and external aspects. Internally, the Church (and our local churches) must be focused on faith formation. The Mission of the Church (Part 2 of 3) This post is the second of three … Continue reading
Proclamation is about transmitting the good news to others, by any means necessary. Preaching is a method of proclamation, but what if it’s not the most efficient method to have in your worship service? What are the alternatives? Inclusive Worship, … Continue reading
Bible Reading: Genesis 2:4b-7, 15-17; 3:1-8 Free Resource: Home-Based, Family Lesson #3-1 (God’s Story @ Home, NL) Unit Theme (September 13—October 25): Promises Made, Promises Broken The Point: God loves us, even when we do the wrong thing. Welcome to … Continue reading
Both individuals and families are often stressed beyond their capacity. Regular faith practices will help relieve stress in the long run, but families and individuals need your help to get started! I’m too stressed, too! This is my third post … Continue reading
As I’ve mentioned before, congregations need to equip families to do faith formation at home. This is always true since the home is already the center of our faith formation. It is especially true at this time when our traditional … Continue reading