In the “before times,” when pandemics were far-fetched movie plots, churches looked for ways to gather for fellowship outside of Sunday worship. It was an added bonus if it could involve people outside of the church because then you could call it “outreach.”
A View from the Pew: 5 Ways to Prepare for the Season of Preparation
November 19, 2019 by
A household project this weekend prompted the inevitable trip to the hardware store where I was greeted with an overwhelming array of Christmas decorations and supplies. It’s still November.
A View from the Pew: 5 Tips for Helping your Kids Pick a Church
October 15, 2019 by
We recently packed up our oldest and dropped him off at college for his first semester, setting off all the alarm bells parents experience when relinquishing direct control over their child’s choices.
A View from the Pew: Five Ways to Attract Young Adults
October 1, 2019 by
For the past 10 or so years, my wife and I have taught a young adult class at our church. During that time, we’ve seen the group ebb and flow as a transient demographic moves through a transient urban area.
A View from the Pew: 5 Ways to Spiritually Prepare for the Back-to-School Season
August 14, 2019 by
Loading up on school supplies and restocking closets aren’t the only ways to prepare for back-to-school. For those of us in church, this annual event can provide meaningful opportunities to establish or reset our approach to faith.
A View from the Pew: 5 Ways to Make Lent More Meaningful
February 27, 2019 by
Whether the season of Lent has been part of your tradition or not, it can be a helpful time of spiritual reflection and growth. I didn’t grow up observing it, but when introduced to Lent about 20 years ago, I enjoyed this annual time of intentional focus on my discipleship.
A View from the Pew: Resources for Daily Devotions
January 29, 2019 by
If you are doing your best to start 2019 with a renewed focus on your spiritual disciplines, then I would encourage you to consider what resources you use to facilitate a meaningful daily time with God.
Nine Helps for Teaching
June 21, 2016 by
It’s summer. Families are traveling and the youth you do have are drowsy, but the following nine guidelines will help you build toward meaningful teaching and learning in the classroom.