This preaching series is on telling stories. We begin with BEGINNING Stories. On the cover of each bulletin, I inserted this drawing of St. John’s for people… Read more “Beginning Stories”
What Is Your Story?
St. John’s is in the midst of pastoral transition. After 28 years of total ministry at St. John’s, my colleague who I pastored with for the past… Read more “What Is Your Story?”
Reflection on One’s Gifts & Talents
Here is a simple reflection on one’s gifts and talents that they have to offer and share. A large loom was set up in the sanctuary. Also… Read more “Reflection on One’s Gifts & Talents”
Tunnel of Love
I wrote in a previous post about the Presbyterian Youth Triennium, where I described how to construct a balloon ebenezer. Another activity the youth did in small… Read more “Tunnel of Love”
Balloon Ebenezer
This summer, I had the pleasure of writing the small group manual for the Presbyterian Youth Triennium (PYT). PYT is a Presbyterian Youth Conference that brings about… Read more “Balloon Ebenezer”
Interactive Prayer Stations on Pentecost (Romans 8)
These prayer stations focus on Pentecost using Romans 8. These stations focus on symbols of Pentecost. Interactive Prayer Station #1: Flame Materials: Large Candle, Markers, Wax Strips… Read more “Interactive Prayer Stations on Pentecost (Romans 8)”
Interactive Prayer Stations on Easter & Transformation
These prayer stations focus on Easter and Transformation. In a sermon, I had shared what a caterpillar goes through to transform into a butterfly. Using the metamorphosis… Read more “Interactive Prayer Stations on Easter & Transformation”
Interactive Prayer Stations on Lent & Social Justice Issues
These prayer stations focus on Lent through the eyes of the many social justice issues. Given the information given in these stations, this may not be appropriate… Read more “Interactive Prayer Stations on Lent & Social Justice Issues”
Beatitude Mandala
“Happy are people who are hopeless . . . grieve . . . humble . . . hungry and thirsty for righteousness . . . show mercy… Read more “Beatitude Mandala”
Interactive Prayer Stations on Epiphany, Wilderness, & the Wise Men
These prayer stations focus on Epiphany, using different art of the Three Wise Men. As people participated in the different prayer stations, they were invited to look… Read more “Interactive Prayer Stations on Epiphany, Wilderness, & the Wise Men”
