It happens all the time in our ministries—new babies are born, family dynamics change, a time of adjustment occurs, until finally a new normal is established.

With just 40 minutes for Sunday school it's been hard for me to squeeze in prayer time. What's worked for you? I need some ideas!

How can we make listening a key part of our time together with kids?

Look here for helpful support for Elders!

This article by Jim Merhaut describes why emotional intelligence (EIQ) can be a better predictor of leadership success than IQ. It includes a link to an EIQ test that includes practical ideas for boosting your EIQ to make you a more effective leader.

A great article about an unlikely friendship between an older gentleman and a teenager. How can we multiply stories like these in our congregations?

Creative ideas from churches that are trying new things with this age old tradition.

How do you hope to see faith being formed and disciples being made?

This website provides free resources developed by volunteers from around the globe, that can be used for fun, active summer programming.

A book by Wendy VanderWal-Gritter that encourages a new, "hope-filled, relational way forward for those in turmoil regarding a response to gay and lesbian Christians."

If your church is considering a change in Sunday school or children's curriculum, this webinar will provide practical tips on finding a curriculum that fits your theology and your context.

Join me for a one hour webinar that explores the nuts and bolts of curriculum selection and offers an overview of Faith Alive's three core children's curricula.