Grasping for Gratitude

By Tera Michelson November 11, 2021

Where did all the volunteers go? What’s our Plan B for Advent? How can we pull off a winter..

Using Creative Storytelling in Sunday School

By Cathy Skogen-Soldner November 9, 2021

Adding just a touch of creative storytelling to a Bible story helps to captivate the minds and..

Commemorating Native American Heritage Month

By Rev. Carla Wilson November 4, 2021

As October transitions into November and many of our young people prepare to honor the Thanksgiving..

Helping Kids and Teens Find Technological Balance

By Rebecca Ninke November 2, 2021

Once or twice a year, I volunteer at the lovely Chapel in the Hills in Rapid City, SD. The Chapel..

Shifting from Goal-Setting to Systems Work

By Nicholas Tangen October 28, 2021

When I first started working as a community engagement coordinator in a congregation, I brought..

The Importance of Faith Rituals for Teens

By Tera Michelson October 26, 2021

Anyone who has ever spent time with a toddler knows the importance of routines. The whole family..

Bring It All: Welcoming Emotions in Church

By Rebecca Ninke October 21, 2021

There’s something I’ve noticed over the years looking out from the pulpit to the people in the..

The Final Countdown: Making the Most of Preschoolers' Pick-up Time

By Amber Lappin October 19, 2021

In children’s church, one of the most chaotic parts of the day is pickup time. This can be ..

Appropriately Vetting Volunteers Who Work with Children and Youth

By Jessica Davis October 14, 2021

Content note: contains non-specific mentions of child abuse.

As we engage in our ministries with..

Two Christmas Programs Available on Sparkhouse Digital

By Sparkhouse October 12, 2021

A long-standing tradition in many congregations, the annual Christmas program showcases the talents..

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