I asked my girls what they think my husband and I did to nurture their friendship. They attribute their love for each other to some of our core values.
My son and I read and discuss the Bible together.
My dad always says, “Nothing will change in your life if you do not read the Bible.” I believe this is true.
My children are hearing the Bible in worship, camp and Sunday School. It all counts!
All of the snippets of scripture that we hear in worship and sing in hymns “count” in my children’s Christian education.
Math, Sin, and Faith Formation in the Car
Responding to kids’ faith questions when they come – including in the car on the way to ballet – helps them understand that faith matters every day of the week.
Not-so-great expectations (for clergy kids – and all of us)
Clergy kids get special expectations. But Jesus overturned the expectations of others.
Can’t get to church? Morning Prayer at home can work with tweens and teens.
Our family is in church every Sunday. Except for one week this summer, when we weren’t.
Secrets of a Pew Whisperer: Let the Children Pick the Seat
I have my own criteria for selecting a seat in church. But giving my children the freedom to pick where they want to sit has helped me see my limitations.
5 Ways to Teach Kids Financial Stewardship in the Digital Age
Now that many of us give online through automatic donation, how do we teach kids what it means to tithe?
I was a grandkid who didn’t go to church. Here’s what mattered.
My relationship with my grandparents planted some of the seeds for my adult conversion to Christianity.
Preparing to Celebrate St. Bartholomew
St. Bartholomew reminds us that when we support our children’s participation in church youth programs, they will be transformed by their connection to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.