Category: Spiritual Practices
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Lessons for Life
The Childhood Spiritual Formation Toolbox is a production of Central United Methodist Church Traverse City, in conjunction with the Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church and the Northern Waters District. Share widely. Tell the story. You have our permission.Lessons for Life Toolbox Churches and families have an opportunity and responsibility to guide faith growth…
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Telling the Stories
The Childhood Spiritual Formation Toolbox is a production of Central United Methodist Church Traverse City, in conjunction with the Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church and the Northern Waters District. Share widely. Tell the story. You have our permission.Telling the Stories Toolbox The Bible is full of ancient wisdom and over-the-top and exciting stories…
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When Kids Ask Hard Questions
The Childhood Spiritual Formation Toolbox is a production of Central United Methodist Church Traverse City, in conjunction with the Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church and the Northern Waters District. Share widely. Tell the story. You have our permission.Kids Ask Hard Questions Toolbox There are so many kinds of hard questions. Sometimes it’s just…
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At Home Faith Formation
The Childhood Spiritual Formation Toolbox is a production of Central United Methodist Church Traverse City, in conjunction with the Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church and the Northern Waters District. Share widely. Tell the story. You have our permission.At Home Faith Formation Toolbox Participating in worship and Sunday School is just one part of…
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Early Childhood Formation
The Childhood Spiritual Formation Toolbox is a production of Central United Methodist Church Traverse City, in conjunction with the Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church and the Northern Waters District. Share widely. Tell the story. You have our permission.Early Childhood Formation Toolbox Starting faith formation in early childhood is a wonderful opportunity to model…
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Childhood Spiritual Formation Toolbox
The Childhood Spiritual Formation Toolbox is a production of Central United Methodist Church Traverse City, in conjunction with the Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church and the Northern Waters District. Share widely. Tell the story. You have our permission. These social media clips are ready to help you share the story.Welcome We all know…
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Faith Practices Playlists
Need something else? Need another resource? Looking for advice? Please contact Kathy Pittenger.Looking for a Children’s Bible? Check with your church to see if they have a preferred Bible or one that they frequently use with children. Here are my favorites: Story Bibles: Spark Story Bible Deep Blue Story Bible Bible Basics Storybook Growing in…
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Reading the Bible with Children
Special Thanks to: Rev. Michelle King for curating this playlist. Need something else? Need another resource? Looking for advice? Please contact Kathy Pittenger.Reading the Bible with Children Reading the Bible can be intimidating; it’s long, has a tiny font, and parts of it just aren’t that interesting! But as 2 Timothy tells us, all of…
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All About Communion
Need something else? Need another resource? Looking for advice? Please contact Kathy Pittenger.Introduction to Communion for Grown-Ups If you want to know more about Communion, you can use these resources to learn more. Why Holy Communion is Important Can Children Receive Communion? Is Communion Simply a Ritual of Remembrance? An Open Table: How United Methodists…
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Prayer for Kids and Families
Special Thanks to: Rev. Michelle King for curating this playlist. Need something else? Need another resource? Looking for advice? Please contact Kathy Pittenger.Resources for Grown-Ups Here are a few additional resources for grown-ups who are nurturing the faith of the children in their lives. Prayers for Faithful Families by Traci Smith Praying in Color: Kids…
