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Constant demands placed on individuals and families create what seems like little space for developing faith. We long for expanding a depth of relationship with God—but where do we find the time?
I may not want to face future trials, but looking back, I know they have refined me and shaped me for the better. . . just like the seam ripper's cutting edge.
Children are a gift to be treasured. What does it mean to view the children in our church as “neighbors” and how can this impact our interactions with them?
Studies like Renegotiating Faith encourage congregations and mentors to be more intentional about connecting students to new networks at a time when they’re open to those connection points. Here are five ideas to consider.
One of the most challenging aspects of ministry programming can be to deviate from strategies and program elements that already seem to be successful. Why fix what isn't broken?
As part of a covenant promise-keeping body of believers, how can a student’s church family help support their launch? Let's look at a CRC church in Barrie, Ontario, for some good ideas.
When it comes to faith formation, today's families need more than another thing to do or to attend. They need help breathing.
As we search for God and focus on Him and His love for us, we find that the Apostle Paul’s words “…I no longer live, but Christ lives in me,” say it all.
August is a busy and stressful time in children’s ministry but help is available.
I wonder how many fake, cheap, worthless things I have been hanging on to that God wants to remove so He can fill my life with His good and perfect gifts.
Summer might be whizzing by, but with these five tips for recruiting Sunday school teachers, you’ll have your volunteers in place in no time!
To what extent do we look to God for guidance in the decisions we are making? To what extent do we simply rely on our own knowledge and understanding?
It felt so good to hear that Jesus sees my best and tiny efforts, my quirky, holy habits. And that he values them–and me.
Sometimes discipleship feels like an ideal, rather than a tangible part of everyday life. These five actions will help change that as you spell out, then live out, what it means to be a disciple in your personal life, church, and community.
The lasting effects of any bullying are truly devastating. Yet, because of what I’ve been through, I’ve also learned God uses even the traumas of life for a higher purpose.
Perhaps the idea of Jesus having already forgiven me is much preferred to the experience of actually being forgiven — the exposure, the helplessness, the realization of repentance that this free gift requires in order to be received.
Reflections on my ongoing conversations with my father about faith, sexuality, and the gospel.
Scripture and the church have always taken a dim view of flattery also because it perpetuates the deadliest of the Seven Deadly Sins: pride. Flattery, in short, is deadly for the giver and the receiver.
Faith Formation Ministries is excited to present a workshop at Inspire 2019 about faith formation for people age 60 and above.
We watched as the master glass-blower took a shapeless, ordinary-looking piece of glass, subjected it to the intense heat of a fiery furnace, and transformed it into a beautiful work of art.
Would you like to learn more about a framework for determining how your church is meeting the faith formation needs of all ages?
Under stress, caregivers often let their needs slide. At times I feel overwhelmed and resentful, utterly exhausted physically and emotionally. The good news is that our love not only survived but grew deeper.
Make sure you don’t miss out on these workshops being offered by the Faith Formation Ministries (FFM) team at Inspire 2019.
Faith Formation Ministries is excited to connect with all who are passionate about children's ministry at Inspire 2019. Workshop topics include choosing curriculum, building a strong foundation for children and youth ministry, and more!
I recognized why I was born: to walk humbly wherever God placed me, to seek justice for those whom I loved and cared for, and to show mercy to others. Striving to succeed was not a priority as much anymore.