Musical Leadership for the Non-Musical
Let Everything that Breathes (or Drums or Jingles) Praise the Lord!
Games Christians Play
Faithful Families: Creating Sacred Moments at Home
Peace Puzzles
Illustrated Children’s Ministry
Modeling and Practicing God’s Love with Children through Mission
New Discoveries about Young Children’s Faith Formation
Giving Bibles to Children…Which One, When and How We Give…It All Matters!
Many churches have a practice of giving a Bible to a child or to a family. The most common occasion is the beginning of the school year when a child is entering second or third grade. This recognizes their growing ability to read and comprehend stories. Then often a second Bible is given to a teenager at either the beginning or completion of confirmation. Less common is the giving of a Bible storybook appropriate for very young children, which some congregations give at birth/adoption or at baptism or dedication. Sometimes these important practices need some reconsideration and updating. Here are some suggestions to consider as you review the tradition of your congregation.