I tried to wield Lent over my family’s heads. It doesn’t work.
My attempts to modify others’ behavior during the six weeks before Easter haven’t really been any more effective than my mother’s were.
Liturgical Year
discipleship
You’ve got a little something on your forehead… kids and Ash Wednesday
How will you begin your Lenten season? Miriam McKenney talks to her teens about their Lenten disciplines and reflects on the importance of taking children to Ash Wednesday worship. When we honor and face death, we prepare ourselves to be welcomed in to new life in Jesus.
Why the Conversion of St Paul Gives Us Hope for Our Most Passionate and Energetic Children
In Saul I recognize the passionate energy of my own boys and many other children I’ve worked with over the years.
Lent Madness with Children
Participation in Lent Madness can be turned into a family ritual, like lighting the Advent Wreath at dinnertime or saying bedtime prayers together.
I was finished with marriage, but marriage wasn’t finished with me.
Human beings break their promises. But God doesn’t break promises to us.
On the Feast of the Confession of Saint Peter, I notice his faith and his doubt.
Jesus builds his church on the confession of a man with a sketchy record when it comes to firm faith.
The Struggle of the 21st Century – Dungeons, Dragons & Disciples – Part 4
This is the struggle of our time: disconnecting our children from devices and connecting them with the embrace of a loving, Christian community.
Family Game Night: A Real Social Network – Dungeons, Dragons & Disciples – Part 3
Teens played cards with retirees. Families sat together. Singles were welcomed to the table and made comfortable.
Jesus Saves & Takes Half Damage – Dungeons, Dragons & Disciples – Part 2
When Jesus enters the world of knights and gnomes, something magical happens.
Wanna play make believe? Dungeons, Dragons & Disciples – Part 1
In the next few posts, I’ll help you use your family time, or after school time, or weekend time to train 21st century heroes.
