Our Mission: Supporting lifelong faith formation in the home and congregation |
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O God of Creation,
You have blessed us with the changing of the seasons. Remind us to take time to rest. remind us of the wonder of your creation. remind us that it is you who give us the breath of life.
Amen.
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President's Message
Dear friends,
It was 20 years ago, almost to the day, that a group of individuals were called together to talk about faith formation in the ELCA. That meeting was postponed as the events of 9-11 unfolded. But, we persisted, gathered and dreamed. From those conversations, there was excitement about the possibilities. There was passion and engagement. From those gatherings and partnerships, the Christian Education Network of the ELCA (then called the Lutheran Association of Christian Educators) was born.
In those days, we sent paper newsletters to members. Today, we have an online presence that simply was not even imagined. In those days we encouraged local chapters to meet to support one another. Today we have a Facebook group where support is instantaneous from more than 1300 people who are passionate about sharing our faith.
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Learning Strategies for the Life of Faith Initiative
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Home Ministry with Children and Youth
newsletters for families to promote kindness and generosity in their everyday life. While not a religious site, its ideas can easily be adapted to include Christian beliefs.
Home Practice
Home Practices, at BuildingFaith, a web page that provides ideas, resources, and activities that nurture spiritual development in a home setting. Samples of ideas include home blessings, scavenger hunts, prayer sticks, and more.
Living Well Children's Workbook
activities, Bible passages, and practical ideas that parents can use with their children or that older children can use alone. Practices include such topics as Caring for the Body, Eating Well, Forgiving, Keeping Sabbath, Participating in Community, Praying, and Reading the Bible.
Ready, Set, Go!
Ready, Set, Go!: 35 Around-The-Town Adventures with God by Mark Hale is a book which helps parents and Christian Education teachers take God’s Word out into the community. These off-site Bible lessons are complete with teaching ideas and learning activities for elementary kids. NOTE: While this book is available on Amazon, it is mostly used copies since it is an older book (2000).
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Congregational Ministry with Children and Youth
Spiritual Practices for Children and Youth by Debbie Kolacki and Practical Resources for Churches is a review of child development, faith practices and ways to implement those practices at church and home. It also includes links to additional resources from a variety of theological traditions.
Spiritual 10's is a resource by Lyle Griner and Peer Ministry Leadership that helps peer leaders develop skills and gives them tools to develop their own spirituality and that of the youth they mentor. Training also available.
Candle Time Prayer Kit by Peer Ministry Leadership that provides 56 creative prayer experience that can be used with youth, young adults, and families.
Building Faith Brick by Brick: An Imaginative Way to Explore the Bible with Children. Author Emily Slichter Given engages children with multiple learning styles and a popular toy – Lego© bricks!
Check out more resources on our website!
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Title: Shaped by the Story: Helping Students Encounter God in a New Way
Author: Michael Novelli
A good story draws students in, engaging their hearts and minds---leaving them wanting more. God's story is like this...a captivating epic that stretches from the beginning of time, across our lives and into the future...calling us to find ourselves in it. We can help students to be captured by this amazing story, rather than seeing the Bible as confusing, boring or irrelevant.
Take a journey into the amazing process of Storying, and discover how it can change your life and ministry. This new approach to learning builds a lasting theological foundation while challenging students to discover their unique identity and calling in God's story.
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Christian Education Network of the ELCA |
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Check out our Facebook group and
join the conversations!
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Building a community which equips, encourages and empowers those engaged in lifelong faith formation in a changing world, the CENetwork will:
- Identify and evaluate resources and educational opportunities
- Facilitate communication and conversations
- Offer guidance, networking and mutual support
- Nurture spiritual growth online and face-to-face
How You Can Support the Christian Education Network
You can become a member or make a one-time donation via PayPal on our website; or, you can purchase from AmazonSmile and designate The Christian Education Network as your charity. We receive a percentage of the proceeds!
Contact Us
CENetwork of the ELCA
PO Box 250009
Holly Hill, FL 32125
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