The traditional model of a sermon is set up perfectly for auditory learners—those who learn best by hearing information. But some people learn better by moving and touching (kinesthetic learners)…
Kids and Prayer (DVD) Parents, teachers and young children will enjoy this introduction to prayer by Rachel G. Hackenberg. Kids and Prayer is divided into four segments, each approximately 10…
Ever-changing technology and our mobile devices have created new ways we can share the good news. While some congregations are embracing tech-savvy ways of evangelism, others see worship as a…
Once you have your church Facebook page set up (May issue of Living Lutheran), now comes the fun part: Be social! 1. Share information and images from connected organizations. Whether…
Looking for creative ideas for your congregation to lift up God’s glorious creation this Earth Day (April 22)? Consider the Bible study Caring for Creation from Creative Communications for the…
Setup: For most congregations, Facebook is their primary social medium—although many are branching out to Twitter, Snapchat and more. Most of our members are on Facebook so it’s the logical…
Every third Sunday afternoon, folks gather at St. John Lutheran Church, New York, N.Y., for Kairos Poetry Café, which plays host to poets, musicians, and performing and visual artists. The…
Bold Women’s Day, observed on the fourth Sunday in February by Women of the ELCA, celebrates Lutheran women who are boldly living their faith in Jesus Christ. Members of All…
Members of St. George Lutheran Church, Edinburgh, Ind., for years celebrated the gifts of the magi every Epiphany by offering their own gifts. Called “Gifts for Jesus,” members were invited…
Whether it be caroling with the church choir, baking Christmas cookies for neighbors or making a day of selecting the perfect blue spruce to chop down and decorate, Christmas traditions…
Sleeping on the hard ground was uncomfortable and their feet were cold, but youth from Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boonsboro, Md., are wasting no time in signing up again…
The rummage sale at St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church, Davenport, Iowa, provides more than an opportunity to buy a 25-cent vase. It supports those in need, makes neighbors aware of…
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