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Welcoming Children with Special Needs into Corporate Worship
Welcoming Children with Special Needs into Corporate Worship On the surface, it seems like a no-brainer that we would welcome children with special needs to the regular worship of God’s people. Don’t we want all men and women, boys and girls to be included in the community of worshipers? Isn’t this what Christianity is all about? But when we dig a bit deeper, three objections to their inclusion typically spring up: Children with special needs (depending on their disability) cannot understand the sermon. Children with special needs cannot truly participate in a typical worship service. Children with special needs can [...]
It’s Not Too Late to Join us for a Grow Conference
It's Not Too Late to Join us for a Grow Conference this Year! It's not too late to register for the Grow Virtual Conference! Don't miss the opportunity to use this online conference as training for your local church! All registrants will have access to 3 plenaries, 7 workshops, and 8 webinars! All content will be available through February. This is a great way to receive both theological and practical training for all those in your local church who are investing in the next generation. Join us October 8th-9th for Grow California! Join us [...]
Why Should We Teach Our Children Covenant Theology?
Why Should We Teach Our Children Covenant Theology? Even though many Christian parents raise their children in covenant communities, many do not fully grasp what the word “covenant” truly means. Most Bible curriculums are taught as a collection of stories neatly told in chronological order. The Bible is more than that. The Bible is the story of how God created His people, called His people, loved His people, and is yearning to bring those people back into full relationship with Him. God made covenantal promises to His people with a love so strong that He was willing to give His [...]
Building Little Pillars In The Faith
Building Little Pillars in the Faith Back in the day when my pigtails were tied with ribbons, when my knees were constantly brandishing scrapes and scabs, and when (according to my children) dinosaurs frolicked with my pet saber-toothed tiger in the backyard, I discovered the most remarkable toy. Winter in South Florida ushers in an opportunity for its sweaty residents to throw open windows and suck coolish air into their lungs. Part of our family’s celebration of this temporary break from the heat was hauling out a big box fan. This box fan would be strategically placed so that the [...]
All The Things You Wish You Knew
All the Things You Wish You Knew When I began serving in children's ministry, I was very young. I often look back on my years serving as a children's director and think, "Wow! There are so many things I would do differently if I knew then what I know now!" I grew up a covenant child. I grew up volunteering at VBS and in the nursery from the time I was too old to be in the children's ministry myself. I loved children and I had a heart for them (I still do!), yet I lacked the knowledge and skills to [...]
Engaging your Children in Missions
The Glory Story Mission to the World has partnered with several PCA churches to develop a video series to engage our children about Missions! These videos are designed to encourage the hearts of children to engage in God's story of growing his Kingdom. Each video provides unique content including praise and worship, teaching on missions, Bible stories, and encouragement for living missionally as a family. You'll be introduced to missionaries (from Uganda, Ukraine, Nicaragua, and Japan) and hear about God's works in their lives and in the countries they live in. In addition to the video series, there is curriculum [...]
Teaching Children To Discriminate
Teaching Children to Discriminate With the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision on homosexual marriage and recent efforts to claim certain legal rights for the “transgendered,” states and cities have responded with proposed laws and ordinances of their own. Proponents have argued that these are attempts to protect traditional Christian definitions of marriage, as well as the freedom of religion. Opponents claim these are simply fearful and malicious actions that give Christians the right to discriminate against people who are different. Some have even gone further to say that particular states are producing new “Jim Crow laws” against the LGBT minority, which [...]
2 Opportunities to Join Us for a Grow Conference
2 Opportunities to Join Us for a Grow Conference this Year! Join us for a Virtual Grow Conference August 20th - 21st, 2021 3 live-streamed training sessions Access to 6 breakout training videos Invitation to 8 live training webinars scheduled August 28th - October 8th Join us for an In-Person Grow Conference October 8th-9th in Fullerton, CA 3 plenaries Friday evening - Saturday afternoon 15 workshop options to choose from Connection to people and resources throughout the conference Visit the CDM Website to learn more and to register! [...]
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