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Got Anything for Deacon's Training?
If you’re new to the role of deacon, or gathering helpful tools for those who are joining the council, you’ll find plenty of helpful resources on The Network.
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October 21, 2014
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Making Room for the New Kid
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.
October 20, 2014
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Any Recommendations for Resources on Prayer and Fasting for Children?
Have you come across something or developed something to help kids learn about and experience the spiritual habit of fasting? By fasting, I don't necessarily mean fasting from food, but abstaining from something for a specific period of time for the sake of seeking God more fully.
September 30, 2014
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How do you handle prayer time in Sunday school?
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!
September 29, 2014
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Symbols: The Drumkit of Life
A podcast on the power of ritual in shaping faith and giving structure and meaning to life.
September 9, 2014
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Listening to Kids
How can we make listening a key part of our time together with kids?
September 2, 2014
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Getting-to-Know-You Games
I always like to spend a few minutes playing a getting-to-know-you game on the first day of Sunday school. Here are two of my favorites.
August 26, 2014
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Got Anything for Elder's Training?
Look here for helpful support for Elders!
August 26, 2014
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What is our Primary Role as Teachers?
The answer seems obvious: to teach the Bible story or lesson we've been assigned. But I wonder if it's more nuanced than that.
August 21, 2014
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How is Your EIQ (Emotional Intelligence Quotient)?
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.
August 5, 2014
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How do you fundraise for an intergenerational trip?
My church is considering expanding our youth service learning trip to include adults and families. How should/would we fundraise differently for an intergen trip than a youth trip?
July 29, 2014
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A Church Pew Friendship
A great article about an unlikely friendship between an older gentleman and a teenager. How can we multiply stories like these in our congregations?
July 29, 2014
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A Kick-Off Art Project
Here's an idea for kicking off the year with a creative project that brings kids together.
July 22, 2014
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The Sunday School Offering
Creative ideas from churches that are trying new things with this age old tradition.
July 8, 2014
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Which Curriculum Would You Recommend?
It's curriculum selection season--which materials have you found especially helpful for sharing God's word with kids, teens, or adults?
July 8, 2014
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What Are Your Hopes for VBS?
How do you hope to see faith being formed and disciples being made?
July 1, 2014
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Planning a Youth Catechism Retreat
Here's a pattern that has proven helpful for hosting a youth retreat focused on the Heidelberg Catechism.
June 4, 2014
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KidsGames.com, a Source for Summer Programming Ideas
This website provides free resources developed by volunteers from around the globe, that can be used for fun, active summer programming.
May 13, 2014
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Wrapping up the Sunday School Season
As your faith formation programs switch gears for the summer, consider these preplanning ideas to help you kick off next year's Sunday school season with success.
May 6, 2014
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Generous Spaciousness
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."
May 6, 2014
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Sunday School Celebration!
Ideas for making the last day of Sunday school special.
April 23, 2014
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Choosing Children's Curriculum
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.
April 22, 2014
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The Case for Hiring A Special Needs Coordinator
At a time when the diagnosis of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and learning disabilities is on the rise, it seems wise for churches to consider investing in someone who can help us understand how best to love one another in Christ.
April 15, 2014
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Webinar: Choosing Children's Curriculum
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.
April 15, 2014
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Embracing Easter Guests
Are you expecting a few new folks in worship this Sunday? Consider these easy ideas for embracing Easter guests.