with Traci Smith, Herb Montgomery, and Daneen Akers
Listen in as they talk about understanding the cross and how to share this story with your children.
By Building Faith Editors Lent is a season that brings us before our humanity. The Lenten prayers and liturgies with which Christians may be most familiar tend to emphasize the ways in which human beings come up short: the finitude of our lives, the limits of our bodies and minds, the imperfection of our faithfulness…
By Derek Olsen “Parents might be reluctant to take their children to a service like Ash Wednesday because of its thematic content; the two big things on tap are death and sin. If they’re anything like me at that age, your kids have already been exposed to the concept of death, if only in movies….
By Roger Hutchinson Millions of people are baptized every year, most as babies, in an important and joyous family ritual. Once children reach reading age, an understanding of the meaning of their baptism is an essential part of their formation and opens up their lives to the power of Christian community. With 22 colorful illustrations…
By Jay Sidebotham Join the Journey through Lent, illustrated by award-winning cartoonist Jay Sidebotham, invites spiritual reflection and is a wonderful companion for the Lenten season. This poster is just right for hanging on the wall or keeping on a table for daily coloring. Share these with your congregation, youth group, friends, and family, and…
By Jennifer Grant One way to feel better when we are hurting is to spend time outside. Being in nature is good for both our bodies and our minds. Each chapter of this practical guide explores a different element of nature and connects it with a mindfulness prompt designed to help kids manage their feelings….
By Laura Alary How can we help children experience the true meaning of Lent, cultivate generosity, and prepare their hearts for Easter? Make Room by Laura Alary offers an innovative and engaging way for children to approach Lent, teaching them how to “make room” for Jesus in their everyday lives through acts of kindness, hospitality,…
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