Last night, or should I say, in the wee hours of the morning, I did as I do when I can't sleep and I read an entire book. It was a book well worth the immersion because it sparked an idea that I can't wait to get started on. First, the book and my review: Love Big: The Power of Revolutionary Relationships to Heal the World by Rozella Haydee White My experience with this book is very much what…
One of the things I am most excited about for this year is launching Messy Church into our local community life. I've been following Messy Church.UK for years, but it wasn't until I found myself in this specific congregation and community that I recognized the time to make it happen was now. One of the most difficult things about youth, children, and family ministry is that people want results and they want them now! But this is faith development we're talking…
I am a huge fan of Godly Play. I love the language choices that simplify the story without dumbing it down and leave room for wonder, questions, and imagination. One of the things I've been enjoying lately is re-imagining how the stories can be told in new, engaging ways. The Creation Story is a very easy one to tell with motions. I like the idea of telling the story this way because the listeners can easily join the…