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Pop Psalms, Pop Prayers
Our favorite pop, rock, hip hop, and country songs echo the wisdom literature of the Bible. Explore what hit songs can teach us about God and ourselves through "Pop Psalms."
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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.
October 5, 2020
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Hope
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Diagnosed in 2014, I remain cancer free. Because grieving is normal when diagnosed, I share my story in the hope it helps someone else.
September 22, 2020
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Why Your Church Needs to Be Part of a Cohort Team Now More Than Ever
Here are four upcoming cohort opportunities that might bless your congregation.
September 22, 2020
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How to Help Families Grow in Gratitude at Thanksgiving (and Beyond!)
This Thanksgiving, help families grow in gratitude by mailing them a fun, simple tool to use at home.
September 21, 2020
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The Kids Are Not Fine: Engaging the Pandemic Generation
Tweens, teens, and emerging adults are struggling during COVID-19. Here are some ways your church can help.
September 20, 2020
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What Divides Us - The Bible and Providence?
Mark Noll’s powerful and insightful book The Civil War as a Theological Crisis resonates with struggles of our day.
September 16, 2020
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Unhistorical Acts
My mother called me out of the blue a few weeks ago. I thought it would be a conversation about the weather or what she was cooking. Instead she disclosed things I never heard about her childhood.
September 14, 2020
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Training to Be More Like Jesus
The thought of actually succeeding at spiritual disciplines feels as daunting as competing in an ultramarathon...but the good news is that God meets each of us right where we are.
September 8, 2020
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Meditations of My Heart
Often, we have no idea how our words and actions affect others now or in the future, especially during our school years.
September 3, 2020
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How Gathering Online Can Help Your Church Write a New Narrative for Faith Formation
The COVID-19 pandemic presents challenges for church gatherings. But what if it is also presenting us with new opportunities for faith formation?
August 29, 2020
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New Video: God Will Cover You
In this Kids in Action video, seven-year-old Olivia hands out protective masks to people who experience homelessness.
August 28, 2020
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A Leader’s Guide to DWELL Flex: Everything You Need to Prepare and Lead a Session
Dwell Flex is a new multi-age, multi-setting version of Dwell. This post includes some important details leaders will want to keep in mind as they begin using this resource.
August 28, 2020
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A Coordinator’s Guide to DWELL Flex: Everything You Need to Know to Equip Your Leaders
Dwell Flex is a new multi-age, multi-setting version of Dwell. This post includes important details Dwell coordinators will want to keep in mind as they equip their leaders to use this resource.
August 26, 2020
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Is Your Liturgy Political?
Kaitlyn Scheiss' book, The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of our Neighbor, helps us think through how to be formed for living well in the political sphere.
August 18, 2020
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Come Walk Beside Me
There are times in life when we each need encouragement—a few kind words, a loving smile, a card expressing concern, or a hand held out when the world knocks us down.
August 17, 2020
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Coaching Corner: Bearing Our Burdens Together
We are not alone in our questions and struggles.
August 14, 2020
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Living the Call - Faith Formation (August 2020)
Look inside for updates from Calvin University, Faith Formation Ministries, The Banner, and Classis Renewal.
August 11, 2020
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Perspiration and Perspectives
Often, others have read the same books or lived similar experiences, but have drawn different conclusions. This can feel challenging when we are in discussion, but it’s a good learning opportunity.
August 10, 2020
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How the Church Reacts Now Will Shape Her Future in the U.S.
How the Church reacts to COVID-19 and to the rising tide of justice issues will have a significant shaping influence on her future in the United States for years to come (for good or for bad).
August 10, 2020
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Taking a Mulligan: Youth Ministry in Fall 2020
The circumstances of 2020 have gifted us with an opportunity to learn from what we have done and apply those key takeaways as we set up for our “next shot.”
August 5, 2020
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Navigating Life's Disappointments
When disappointment hits hard, will we let these negative things define us? Discover helpful advice on keeping discouragement from controlling your life.
July 31, 2020
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Collaborating in Humility
Collaboration can be a doorway to hopefulness when individuals or congregations find themselves stuck.
July 31, 2020
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Sir, We Would Like to See Jesus
Why go to church?
July 31, 2020
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Softly and Tenderly, Jesus Is Calling
With right arm extended upward and his index finger in a 'come here' motion, my father's last words were: He's calling me.