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Taking a ‘how’ mindset toward disability inclusion

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What does it mean to belong? This question has sparked discussions across churches and denominations and among Brené Brown readers for the past decade. According to the “belonging wheel” by Dr. Erik Carter, professor of Special Education at Baylor University and director of the Baylor Center on Disabilities, 10 essential components comprise a sense of belonging: feelings that you are heard, befriended, needed, loved, present, invited, welcomed, known, accepted and supported.

A rally cry for lifelong formation

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The PC(USA)’s Office of Christian Formation has collected and updated resources for congregations of all sizes wishing to mark Christian Formation Week, which was designated Sept. 8–14 but can be celebrated anytime.

A rally cry for lifelong formation

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With the start of the new school year, churches often reimagine how to focus on Christian formation. For some churches with dedicated times for classes and small groups, this may mean a big celebration; for others, it may mean an intentional space in worship and special decorations during fellowship time. No matter what the size of the program or the celebration may be, there is a shared sense of the renewal made possible through the Christian life.

September is a new season for small churches

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September is a month where “we begin new things, restart or reconnect in our small churches,” said Sandy Safford, a Christian educator and commissioned lay pastor who recently served a small church for 10 years.

Preparing for College and Young Adult Sunday on Aug. 4

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As summer comes to an end and schools resume, young adults transition again between communities of formation — the homes and churches that raised them and the universities and vocational programs that promise to continue their growth.

Grandparents take their seat ‘Around the Table

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The hosts of the “Around the Table” podcast, the Rev. Michelle Thomas-Bush and the Rev. Cliff Haddox, recently turned to a pair of grandparents to share their wisdom on holding meaningful and helpful conversations with young people. Listen to their 46-minute conversation with the Rev. Robert Hay Sr. and the Rev. Dr. Sarah Reyes Gibbs here.

Older Adult Ministry Week/Month begins May 5

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The first full week of May is a time for churches to celebrate older adults in their congregations and the vibrant ministry in which they are involved. In addition to having its planning guide updated annually, the Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network (POAMN) recently launched multiple webpages of resources and videos designed to guide and enrich ministry with older adults.

“Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” — Luke 23:42

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