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DWELL Story Reflections: Pentecost
Pentecost isn’t just a celebration of the gift of God’s Spirit, but the celebration of God’s Spirit being poured out on a diverse group of people.
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February 13, 2020
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28 Free Children's Choir Robes
28 free children's choir robes, various sizes, red with white collars.
February 9, 2020
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How Do You Share Ministry Resources With Families?
Do you share ministry resources with families in your church? If so, how do you do it?
February 6, 2020
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Lift Up Your Hands - Signing for Children
Free video resource to show signing for children with well-known children's songs.
February 5, 2020
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Songs for Life CD of Volume 2 Needed
I have the Volume One CD of Songs For Life, but I would like Volume Two for our church school and worship centers. Any idea where I can get a copy?
February 5, 2020
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How Do You Manage Craft Resources for Preschool Ministry?
How do growing churches keep inventory of craft supplies? A designated person? Planning ahead? Please share!
January 22, 2020
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How a Mid-Year Check-In Can Encourage and Equip Your DWELL Leaders
A mid-year check-in is a great way to touch base with your Dwell leaders. It reminds them that you’re available to help and support them as needed.
January 20, 2020
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Dear Children's Ministry Workers
This open letter to children’s ministry workers is a reminder that even the smallest tasks can make a difference in eternity.
January 14, 2020
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DWELL’s Children’s Resources: How to Move From Missed Opportunities to Meaningful Conversations
Here are a few simple suggestions to encourage parents to make use of the wonderful Dwell resources.
January 7, 2020
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DWELL Story Reflections: Simeon and Anna
When Advent, the twelve days of Christmas, and Epiphany have all passed, but I’m not yet ready to let go of the season, I turn to the story of Simeon and Anna.
December 11, 2019
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How Mid-Year Training Can Strengthen Your DWELL Leaders
Leaders who are well equipped, resourced, and supported are a key part of every Dwell program. A great way to equip and support leaders is by planning a simple Dwell training.
December 11, 2019
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Coffee Break Grandpas
Don DeWaard, newly elected mayor of Pella, started as a helper and now leads the story time for the three-year-olds.
December 9, 2019
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Wondering About Wondering
Wondering questions give kids opportunities to express themselves without worrying about whether their answer is right or wrong.
December 4, 2019
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5 Simple Gifts to Celebrate Children’s Ministry Volunteers
Volunteer gifts aren’t required or expected, but they’re a great way to show your appreciation. Here are five of my favorite gifts for volunteers.
November 26, 2019
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Small Gift Ideas for Church Volunteers?
I'd like to thank the volunteers at my church who have joyfully poured into my kids. Any small gift ideas?
November 21, 2019
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3 Simple Ways to Engage a Child’s Faith During Advent
Advent is a wonderful time to encourage a child’s faith and understanding of God. Here are three simple ways to slow down and reengage your family with the true purpose of Advent.
November 21, 2019
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Dwell Story Reflections: Jesus and a Thankful Man
Ten lepers are healed, but only one returns to praise and thank Jesus. This interesting and unique story has much to teach us about gratitude.
November 21, 2019
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The Jesse Tree: A Family Devotional and Craft for Advent
This devotional eBook includes printable tree ornaments that will help you and your family explore the Bible from Genesis up to the birth of Jesus, as well as 31 devotionals.
November 13, 2019
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Bringing the Christmas Season Into Your Dwell Sessions With Simple Advent Wreaths
Advent is a great chance to connect your Dwell time with Sunday worship! One simple way to do this is to create an Advent wreath for your Dwell space.
November 11, 2019
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Can I Share a Story?
I never met my great-uncle. But his diary has been a gift to me on my faith journey. It has done what Reese said family stories would—it inspires me.
November 11, 2019
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Help! Looking for Music to Play in Sunday School Classroom
I'd love to incorporate music into our Sunday school classrooms. Do you have a favorite CD, group, etc. that you'd recommend for preschool and elementary school aged children?
November 5, 2019
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Any Past or Present Children's Ministry Leaders?
This November, The Network is excited to feature the topic of Children's Ministry. To get us started, we would love to hear from those of you who are involved in children's ministry in any capacity.
November 5, 2019
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Ideas for Children Reciting Scripture?
Children in our church memorize scripture passages and recite them in front of the church. We are trying to make this less of a performance and more of an act of worship. Any ideas?
October 29, 2019
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Screen Time Limits Aren’t Just For Kids: Five Ways to Transform Your Technology Use
Everybody is talking about technology and its effect on kids, but what’s less often talked about is the effect of parental overuse on their children. Here are five suggestions for creating healthy technology habits.
October 17, 2019
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And a Child Shall Lead Them. . . in Prayer
Looking for a simple way to engage children in worship? Encourage children to lead the congregation in the Prayers of the People utilizing symbols.