My daughter tried to make a bargain with God – then asked me if it would work.
My daughter tried to make a deal with God – not the point of prayer. But so did the Psalmist.
Bible
Teach the Faith with Children’s Books [Giveaway] – CLOSED
A giveaway of children’s books from ZonderKidz includes short reviews of each one. Great for thinking through the Easter basket!
Discipleship
To abide in the shadow of the Almighty…
When the priest invited her flock to come and see the new table, to worship in the round, to try something new, four little feet—and the two little boys they belong to—took her seriously.
Liturgical Year
The disciples cast lots to select St. Matthias. My kids do too.
The Israelites didn’t see casting lots as a game of chance. They saw it as a revelation of God’s will.
Discipleship
Bringing kingdom metaphors to life (with seeds, scraps, and bread dough)
Jesus talks about sowers planting seeds, of abundance out of scraps, about bread and wine and love. This turns out to be very practical wisdom.
My (unchurched) adult son stood up for Jesus and Scripture – on social media.
My son stunned me with the depth of his faith and passion for the teachings of Jesus.
Talking Scripture: You Can Go Home Again
Tonight I was blessed with a three-generation discussion about the Bible. I’m still pinching myself.
The Bible – pleasant hike or arduous journey? The Path welcomes you.
An interview with the Rev. Melody Shobe, editor of a new book – a Bible that’s one single story and part of a larger body of discipleship resources.
Jesus could have destroyed Saul. Instead, he claimed him.
Saul breathed murder and violence against the church. What’s a Good Shepherd to do?
Fun and Faith Formation under the Tree – a Gift Guide!
Here’s a list of gift ideas integrating fun, family and faith. Works for godparents and grandparents too!
