Battle Burnout with a Mini Sabbatical

By Tera Michelson September 28, 2021

When the going gets tough, often the first thing to fall off a youth worker’s schedule is..

Involving Children in Conversations about Stewardship

By Jessica Davis September 23, 2021

In many Christian circles, fall is synonymous with stewardship. And it makes sense that this would..

Building Community with One-to-Ones

By Nicholas Tangen September 21, 2021

For many of us, the COVID-19 pandemic was a powerful reminder of the basic human need for..

Labyrinths as a Spiritual Practice

By Ruth Sall September 16, 2021

Our church has a labyrinth painted on a small parking lot where anyone from the congregation and..

Embracing Complexity in Sunday School

By Rebecca Ninke September 14, 2021

Last school year, because of the pandemic, it worked out for me to lead my little church’s one-room..

Role Models Reflecting Diversity, Cooperation, and Strength

By Rev. Carla Wilson September 9, 2021

Many of us, as at least somewhat resourced and experienced adults, find ourselves battling decision..

Introducing Children to Hymns

By Cathy Skogen-Soldner September 7, 2021

As you roll into a new school year and select songs for your children to sing, remember to include..

Keeping Christmas Simple

By Tera Michelson August 31, 2021

Summer service is winding down, fall kick-off is around the corner, and—believe it or not—it is..

Children Make Good Leaders

By Cathy Skogen-Soldner August 24, 2021

Are the children and youth at your church waiting until they are all grown up to serve as leaders?..

Congregations as Communities of Practice

By Nicholas Tangen August 19, 2021

When I first began my work as a community engagement coordinator at a congregation in the Twin..

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