Aug 21, 2024 | BNS Growth and Stewardship Ideas
Thinking about a discussion group this fall? Why not use articles as topics for discussion? Consider Broad view or other media. Adapt or design your own generic questions. With a question base, it is easy for everyone to facilitate a discussion group. Consider meeting...
Aug 14, 2024 | BNS Growth and Stewardship Ideas
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,...
Aug 7, 2024 | BNS Growth and Stewardship Ideas
Are you working for your greener good in your growth planning? Environmental sustainability is part of our growing strategies. Consider carpooling to worship, to meetings, in planning errands, shopping and going to community events. It not only grows relationships;...
Jul 31, 2024 | BNS Growth and Stewardship Ideas
I was at a worship service recently that saw more than a dozen United Churches come together for a service held, fittingly, in a historic Pioneer Village as they commemorated the 99th birthday of the United Church of Canada. They are making plans for the hundredth...
Jul 24, 2024 | BNS Growth and Stewardship Ideas
How are youth finding welcome and belonging when coming to our community of faith? Colleague and fellow growth animator Rev. Tori Mullin attended the Rendezvous Audacious Hope gathering of 450 youth and their leaders from the United Church of Canada and the...
Jul 17, 2024 | BNS Growth and Stewardship Ideas
Sow seeds of kindness. Strengthen your invitation and welcome, creating belonging for all. Share your message of hope and caring, reminding people of the presence of your place of worship, events and activities. Review your website and social media. Is the time and...
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