How do we respond to being invited to the Supper of the Lamb? One Roman Centurion gives us a beautiful prayer.
Family Bible Study: Week 4
Rich Mom, Poor Mom: An Amateur’s Guide to Investing in Stocks
A couple friends have started investing in stocks recently. When the Stock Market is down is actually a good time to buy in, but you have to be careful. Here are some important questions to consider before jumping in: Where do I start? First, you need a good handle on math and to learn the... Continue Reading →
Family Bible Study: Week 3
As we prepare for 1st Communion, let's remember the forgiving love that the father has for us.
Family Bible Study: Week 2
How can families prepare for First Communion at home? Part 2 of 5 in a sample Bible study for this special time.
Will Opening Businesses Sooner Save Lives?
Many people are justifiably concerned about the impact of COVID-19, not only on health but on the economy: Some people suggest that suicide rates will increase if we do not put people back to work immediately. They claim that more children in the U.S. will experience neglect and starvation. They demand we act today to... Continue Reading →
Family Reflection: Pentecost
Gather your paper and markers (esp. red & gold) to help us travel in time! We're going to pretend we're at the end of the Easter season: Pentecost "Pentecost" means "50 days" in Greek Why do we have Pentecost 50 days after Easter? 50 days after Passover, the followers of Jesus returned to Jerusalem. Jews... Continue Reading →
Family Reflection: Resurrection Gardens
Easter season is more than one day! After the Resurrection, the Gospels report that Jesus appeared to many different people. He walked and ate with his friends again with His resurrected body. Celebrate the Easter season with a Resurrection Garden Our Easter Sunday Resurrection Garden Does your family celebrate Christmas with a Nativity scene? Seeing... Continue Reading →
Family Bible Study: Week 1
Trying something new: supporting family Bible study at home. Jesus is as close to us as a vine and its branches!
The Parable of the New Blade
What is the kingdom of God like, and to what can we compare it? The kingdom of God is like two woodworkers who both had table saws. They learned how to use the table saw accurately, kept them aligned, and always wore their PPE (personal protective equipment). One day, one of the woodworkers noticed more... Continue Reading →
Declare the Sabbath Year: Rest!
Are you always looking outside your doors? Does your chest burst with pride when you look on full fields? Let this be your year of Sabbath: to practice rest and renewal. Let the fields lie fallow. Depend on the natural fruits of the earth, and your own reserves. What grows in your field, let it... Continue Reading →
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