Nothing surprised me more than seeing my daughter excited to hand out “come to church” flyers at a gay pride parade. She and her …
Chaplain Downrange: Daily Ministry with the Troops
Jagged, barren mountains frame the horizon, creating spectacular sunrises and sunsets, reminiscent of the high desert regions of …
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Prayer for Commissioning & Blessing Vacation Bible School
"May they serve you in nurturing the spiritual growth off all who are entrusted in their care. Bless each one gathered here, …
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Bring the Bible to Life with a Human-Size Board Game
Imagine your class playing a board game where the board is the floor of a large room and your students are the game pieces! Sounds …
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How to Host a Church Motorcycle Blessing
"May you encounter the risen Lord in your travels, in the freedom of the open road, in the fellowship of other bikers and in each …
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*We* are the Literal Heart of Jesus: what it means to engage in lifewide Christian formation
A month ago Building Faith published a pre-review of the young adult novel-turned hit movie The Fault in Our Stars. Author Lisa …
New Formation Resource Connects Church and Home – Milestones Ministry Manual
Milestones Ministry Manual Vibrant Faith Ministries Cost: $149.95 Milestones Ministry Manual, a recently updated resource to …
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How to Write an Ordination Card: 5 Tips
"Ordination, unlike graduation for example, is not something that someone achieves. Rather, one is called to ordination – called …
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A Call to Worship for the Day of Pentecost
"Come Holy Spirit, Come! Renew our lives, inside and out. With fire and wind, come to this place; gather us in, send us …
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10 Strategies for Managing Camper Behavior
"Think positively. When campers do things you approve of, let them know their behavior is appreciated. A smile, a gesture, or a …
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