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Online Memorial Services

Posted April 22nd, 2020

Sadly, a loved one has died, and the phone calls begin: “What are we going to do about a funeral?” During this pandemic, the logical answer is to postpone it…. Read more »

Faith Practices Toolkit Sampler

Posted April 16th, 2020

The Office of Christian Formation engaged a group of writers to create a toolkit for faith practices that will be released in summer 2020. The completed toolkit will provide scriptural… Read more »

Holy Humor Worship

Posted April 15th, 2020

This Quicksheet will offer suggestions for ways you might hold Holy Humor Worship with your congregation digitally any time you feel the need to laugh in the face of darkness… Read more »

Stay Home, Stay Connected

Posted April 14th, 2020

As faith leaders, we can offer something unique in this time of grief and crisis. You don’t have to produce super engaging videos or daily content, just use your gifts… Read more »

Disrupted Milestones

Posted April 14th, 2020

Whether you are meeting in real time or virtually, when recognizing milestones, it is important to be intentional about the process in order to bring meaning to the event for… Read more »

Sheltering at Home is a Time for Advocacy

Posted April 3rd, 2020

Because our youth are stuck at home for a while, it’s a great time to inspire them to think about the situations and circumstances of others. With a little guidance… Read more »

Keeping Youth Engaged in Mission during COVID-19

Posted April 3rd, 2020

Youth across the nation are stuck at home while we continue to mitigate the outbreak of COVID-19. Yet, this shouldn’t be a time for young people to become inwardly focused… Read more »

Supporting Older Adults During COVID-19

Posted March 27th, 2020

Compilation list of resources that could be helpful as you navigate ministry with older adults who are part of your faith communities. Includes resources on how to support older adults,… Read more »

Remote Faith Formation for the Long Haul

Posted March 24th, 2020

Compilation list of resources that could be helpful for you during the current COVID-19 situation and that may be helpful in developing sustainable remote faith formation for your community. In… Read more »

Quicksheet #48 – Young Adult Reunions at the Holidays or anytime

Posted January 29th, 2020

Quicksheet of ways to stay connected with young adults in your ministry over breaks, vacations and holidays

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