Remembering Holy Week: Celebrating Easter at Home

Here are several ideas to help families journey toward Easter together and then to make Easter a season long, rather than one-day, celebration. Read More

Teaching children about Holy Week: Telling the whole story

Telling kids the story of Jesus' death is difficult, but it gives a new appreciation of Easter. Children's ministry leaders offer tips for parents. Read More

A recipe for Lenten pretzels

Pretzels are great for Lent because they are shaped like two arms crossed in prayer. Try this recipe with your children. Read More

40 Days of Lent: Find your own spiritual path

There is no one, right way to observe a holy Lent. These ideas and resources will help you stay on track throughout the season. Read More

Making Ash Wednesday Accessible for Children

Ash Wednesday can be among the most accessible of rituals in our liturgy for children and their families, IF it's not handled in a "stuffy" or overly formalistic way. Read More

Lent coin calendar helps families focus on others

Downloadable calendar helps churches or individuals examine their lifestyles and commit money to help those in need. Read More

Family Study for Lent

Explore the meaning of Lent with your family through activities, prayers and guided discussions. Read More

Family Lenten Offering

Every family has at least two kinds of treasures. One is money and another is time. Read More

Observing Holy Week in the Home

These ideas will help families journey toward Easter together. Read More

Sharing Easter with your children

Ways to talk with children about Jesus’ death and resurrection, and ideas for preparing for Easter as a family, including making banners. Read More