This is a book of clues? clues to the awe and immensity of God that will lead children to think about, rather than ?learn? about, God. Instead of teaching in the traditional sense, it provides ?clues? for a shared journey toward discovering the Divine Mystery at the core of the universe. The recent trend in Christian education has been to emphasize knowledge, and to make church school more fun and entertaining. But in our zeal to pass on the basics of the faith, we have often neglected to guide children into truly experiencing the full wonder of the Almighty. This book approaches the mission...

This complete set of seasonal material offers everything you need for an exciting Advent and Christmas program -- there's something for everyone, whatever your congregation's size or worship style. Included in this anthology are a set of dramatic monologues revealing the inner thoughts and feelings of five nativity characters; a creative series of six sermons and children's messages featuring a color theme; an Advent worship liturgy for children; a humorous children's play which casts the Christmas story as the ultimate Hollywood blockbuster; and two Christmas Eve candlelight services weaving...