Here, forty days after experiencing the impossible, grappling with the fact that Jesus had risen from the dead, the disciples are again standing in awe.
Ascension Day Reminds the Church Who We Are Read Post »
The image of light in John’s gospel has lingered with me in my days over the past few weeks
A Journey with John Read Post »
I love Epiphany. I love the stories of the Magi, Anna, Simeon, Paul, Peter, the wedding guests, and others who realize who Jesus is and why he has come.
Our Family’s Guide for the Good Book Club Read Post »
I am delighted to be celebrating the Feast day of Luke the Evangelist. You see, Luke and I have been traveling closely lately. Along with the fact that it is his turn in the lectionary, I’m also currently writing a curriculum for the families at my school studying his gospel.
A Picture Study on the Feast of Saint Luke Read Post »
One of the most delightful ways to observe Lent with children is to share stories about the life of Jesus including his death and resurrection, and Easter traditions.
Lenten Reading List Read Post »
In my day job I teach bible stories to 250 kids every week and after I tell a story to each group of twenty students we wonder about it together. I am continually amazed at how deep my students are willing to delve and what amazing insights they have to offer.
Tonight one of my boys burst into tears just as I grabbed the bible to start our reading of Romans. He had just remembered that he lost his homework that is due tomorrow and half-way finished.* I took a deep breath. “We’ll find it buddy, it is time to read Romans now.”
Good Book Club: A Beginning Read Post »
Reading some beautiful picture books of the Christmas stories is easily one of the most delightful and simple ways to focus our preparations on the birth of Christ. So head to your library, bookstore, or the Amazon marketplace and while you are at it, pick up some hot chocolate and marshmallows then prepare to snuggle up in front of twinkly lights.
Your Comprehensive Christmas Reading List Read Post »
My boys and I adore our annual All Saints celebration. Though it varies from year to year, the celebration always
Learning to Love God and Love Others Well on All Saints Day Read Post »
Over a decade ago, while in seminary I began researching children’s spirituality. I read whatever I could and looked at
Stories of God at Home: A Godly Play Approach Read Post »