August 14, 2024

Are you thinking about how to reactivate or generate inclusion of all family members in the sanctuary? Consider activity spaces. Why not create “praygrounds” that welcome all ages. We’ve talked about tables, colouring activities, books, stuffies, worship bulletins, puzzles and leg-o before. How about adding adult centred materials as well. People might like the freedom to join in. Consider the placement of your prayground? Place it at or near the front for all to see each other, instead of looking at backs of people or hearing activity from behind you. What additional creativity can you add to increase belonging? Do you havce people who need or have had shoulder, hip or knee replacements? Add to their comfort by including a couple of recliner chairs, helping them come back to their community of faith sooner in their recovery or while awaiting procedures, whether conditions are chronic or temporary. Be prepared for people of all ages with visitors packages, grab and go bags, sharing bins, a make and take table, greeting cards of encouragement or other ideas that connect people. sensitivity to full participation matters. Contact me to talk about what your community of faith is up to.