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In many congregations, confirmation is an important rite of passage. When you tie learning to relationships and experiences, you get a well-balanced and varied set of elements that work together to create an impactful, three-dimensional program. Larger Than Life He … Continue reading
The Five Principles of Faith Formation are a valuable way to rethink what it means to be the church in both the congregation and the home. A challenge for the church today is retaining its children, youth, and adults and, … Continue reading
Times are tough for many in the LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual/Aromantic) community. How can your affirming congregation care for LGBTQIA+ children, youth, and households during these trying times? More and more churches are participating in … Continue reading
A thoughtful ministry calendar helps children, youth, and families grow in faith without creating burnout for volunteers, staff, or parents. Calendar planning in children, youth, and family (CYF) ministry can feel overwhelming. Between worship schedules, school calendars, sports, holidays, community … Continue reading
Taking care of yourself and avoiding burnout while serving others in a humanity-based field is hard. Learn strategies to release the stress that can be taken in from this work. We can only help others when we have the capacity … Continue reading
After 40 days of Lent and an intense Holy Week, Easter Sunday can unearth a great ALLELUIA from deep inside us. Will your community of faith feel that Alleluia is coming forth? Consider how you can enhance the celebration of … Continue reading
As you store your Advent and Christmas decorations, what plans do you have for the new year? The coming months offer numerous possibilities and opportunities to consider. Planning for the upcoming seasons of Lent and Holy Week, volunteer appreciation, or … Continue reading
Keep faith formation alive after Christmas with simple take-home kits—devotions, crafts, and activities that nurture connection, reflection, and joy through Epiphany and beyond. The lead-up to Christmas is such a busy time for people of all ages, but especially for … Continue reading
When Jesus said, “Love your neighbor,” he didn’t put limits on it. He welcomed all. Faith-based gatherings should welcome all, too, especially from their own community. Learn how to include others. Jesus said, “Love your neighbor” (Matthew 22:39). He didn’t … Continue reading
October offers rich opportunities for churches to engage faith and community through blessings, banned books, LGBTQ+ inclusion, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and family-friendly Halloween celebrations. October is a busy time of year—the back-to-school and fall programming rush has ended, but as … Continue reading