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July 28, 2021
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Sparks in the Seats
"I’m sitting in a familiar, relatively comfortable chair in church. I’m not intending to take mental attendance, but I'm struck by something missing."
May 11, 2021
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5 Intergenerational Ideas for Marking a Return to Worship After the Pandemic
Whether your church has already fully returned to in-person worship, is waiting to return, or is currently somewhere in between, here are some intergenerational ideas for marking the milestone of returning to in-person worship.
May 10, 2021
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The Building Blocks of Faith: An Overview
This is short summary of what the Building Blocks of Faith are and how they can strengthen your church's faith formation efforts.
October 27, 2020
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Older Adults and Resilient Faith: Three False Narratives and an Invitation
Folks in the “third third of life” need their church fellowship to both support and even boost their resilience.
October 5, 2020
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Faith at Home . . . Together
How one church is helping members connect daily through a faith formation activity, even in the midst of a pandemic.
June 7, 2020
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Choosing a Long-Term Care Facililty
Whether you are looking for a long-term care facility for yourself or for a loved one, making the right decision can feel overwhelming. The resources in this article will help you and the ones you love make informed choices.
May 19, 2020
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Living Under Hope's Roof
How can we encourage each other to focus on what we hope for, and the One in whom our hope is rooted, rather than what we’re hoping against in these strange and uncertain times?
April 25, 2020
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Immigration Is Our Story: A Call For More Interviews
Do you know your family’s immigration story? With all this time at home in the COVID-19 crisis, find out what yours is, record it in an interview, and your story could be added to the "Immigration Is Our Story" series!
April 1, 2020
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New Media and the Church: Looking Beyond COVID-19
Pastor Jerry An believes that many of the changes that churches are making right now should last past COVID-19-related church service adjustments.
February 25, 2020
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Introducing the Third Third of Life Toolkit
Introducing the Third Third of Life Toolkit from Faith Formation Ministries and Disability Concerns! This new FREE digital resource collection can help your church minister to and with people ages 55 and up.
January 22, 2020
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What Does Your Church Call Its Ministry to Senior Adults?
What does your church call its ministry to senior adults?
January 7, 2020
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“Sticky Web”: How an Intergenerational Small Group Changed Our Family’s Life Forever
Intergenerational small groups are rare. But the benefits for adults, kids, and teens are incalculable. Here's one group's story.
December 18, 2019
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Youth Ministry Book Recommendations?
I'm looking for some (really great) youth ministry books and resources. Any suggestions?
December 17, 2019
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"Praygrounds" and Intergenerational Worship
Read how congregations are wrestling with how best to engage people of all ages and all learning styles in their worship services.
December 10, 2019
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Coaching Corner: Belonging and Family Faith Formation
The question I get the most is: “How can we help families form faith if they’re too busy to come to our programs?” I believe the solution lies in our sense of belonging.
October 31, 2019
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Is Your Church Ready for the “Age Tsunami”?
The number of people who find themselves in the “third third of life” (age 55 and up) is increasing—dramatically. Is your church ready for the challenges and opportunities of this new reality?
August 28, 2019
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How a Lesson From “The Old Coots” Could Change Your Church’s Coffee Hour
There are people in your church who are just waiting for someone to ask them to share their years of accumulated wisdom. How might you make space for that amazing gift?
June 3, 2019
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Exploring Ministry to and With Older Church Members at Inspire 2019
Faith Formation Ministries is excited to present a workshop at Inspire 2019 about faith formation for people age 60 and above.
November 13, 2018
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Dive Into Doctrine: The Canons of Dort
Community CRC in Kitchener has developed a 5-week intergenerational curriculum that studies the history and decisions of the Synod of Dort. We humbly offer this study for churches to try.
August 6, 2018
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Reframing Retirement: A New Missional Opportunity
In Canada today, there are 1,200-1,300 people turning 65 years of age every day. In the U.S., 10,000 Boomers reach that milestone birthday each day. Is your church aware of and ready to offer Christ’s love to a growing elderly population?
July 17, 2018
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An Intergenerational Alternative (or Addition) to Sunday School
Looking for a Sunday morning learning experience which engages all ages? Check out LIFT (Living in Faith Together), a new intergenerational Sunday school curriculum from GenOn Ministries.
May 29, 2018
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Made With Love, One Small Step at a Time
Shortly after our grandchild was born, I began to build her a crib. It was a process. And even though the plans were in place, we had to make adjustments. I wonder if ministry in our churches might be like this?
April 3, 2018
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Worship as Journey: A Day of Renewal and Learning with Steve Bell and Ken Medema
Are you an Organist, Volunteer or Professional Musician, Worship Planner, Pastor, Visual Artist, Children/Youth Leader, or Worshiper? If so, this conference is designed for you!
February 28, 2018
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Intergenerational Church Toolkit
This free online resource toolkit from Faith Formation Ministries shares dozens of ideas for how intergenerational ministry helps children, teens, and adults worship, learn, serve, and grow together.