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Building Faith is a ministry of Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary. We publish theologically rich, practically oriented articles on Christian formation. Our mission is to equip and inspire churches and individuals for ministries of Christian education and faith formation for all ages.

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3 Ideas to Help Families and Communities Foster Meaningful Connections in Summer

Sarah Bolt (she/her/hers)
August 25, 2026

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Cultivating Belonging in Worship for Trans, Disabled, and Other Marginalized Persons

Avery Arden (they/them)
August 18, 2026

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“Have Mercy”: A New Resource for Christian Discipleship

Ruthanna Hooke (she/her/hers)
August 3, 2026

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Expressions of Intergenerational Liturgy: Episcopal Church of the Incarnation, Santa Rosa

Sarah Bentley Allred (she/her/hers)
July 28, 2026

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Seasonal Articles: Season of Creation


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Season of Creation Formation Resources

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Good News Gardens: A Movement to Steward and Care for Creation

Brian Sellers-Petersen (he/him/his)

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Prayers & Psalms for the Season of Creation

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Advancing Creation Care and Climate Justice with Earth Keepers

Sarah Braik (she/her/hers)

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Articles for the Upcoming Season: Advent


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New and Recent Formation Resources for Advent

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The Sacredness of the Waiting: An Advent Reflection with a Wreath Lighting Liturgy

Michael Christian Sturdy (he/him/his)

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Ways to Use AdventWord

Miriam Willard McKenney (she/her/hers)

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Christmas Pageants from Two Points of View

Jodi Belcher (she/her/hers)

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Featured Articles: Latinx/Latine Ministry


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Celebrating God’s Gifts for All People: The Meaning and Invitation of Las Posadas

Yuriria Rodríguez (she/her/hers)

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Celebrando los dones de Dios para todo el mundo: El significado y la invitación de Las Posadas

Yuriria Rodríguez (she/her/hers)

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God’s Pride: Creating a sense of belonging in one Episcopal Church

Carla Roland Guzmán

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Welcoming Our Hispanic/Latino Neighbors: 4 Tips & An Open Heart

Yoimel Gonzalez Hernandez

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A Free Tool for Formation Planning: The Ministry Planning Calendar

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Prayers for Christian Formation Leaders

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Prayers and Blessings for the Church Year

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St. Francis Day Survival Guide: Practical Tips for Animal Blessings

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Entering a Ministry Context Well: Preparing the Space, Staff, & Congregation

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Handouts for Observing Liturgical Seasons at Home

Starting a New Ministry Position: Five Things I Wish I Had Known

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Inclusive St. Francis Celebrations

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