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Spotlight on San Marcos Lutheran Children’s Center: Growing in Faith, Nature, and Community
Since opening its doors in September 2003, San Marcos Lutheran Children’s Center in San Marcos, CA, has been a spotlight of early childhood education and community outreach. Founded through a generous donation from The Kellogg Family (yes, the cereal!), the center offers a morning preschool program for children ages 3-5, with the mission to provide…
Read MoreA Summary of The Spiral of Unmanaged Conflict: a 2-part Weekly Meditation published by NAES Exectuive Director, Rev. David Madison, D. Min.
“The absence of trust is the beginning of the breakdown of relationships–whether personal, institutional, or societal.” (The Most Rev. Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury) Rev. David Madison, Executive Director of the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES), recently shared reflections on managing conflict and building trust within school communities in a 2-part Weekly Meditation series. He…
Read MoreAdventure Place: Nurturing Children Through Ministry and Care
Nestled in Uniontown, OH, Adventure Place is more than just a childcare facility; it is a vital outreach ministry of Advent Lutheran Church dedicated to serving families within the community and beyond. Under the leadership of Sara Kantorik, Director, Adventure Place has grown significantly. What started as a small before-and-after-school program, “Latch Key,” for 12…
Read MoreLittle Ones with Big Questions
Parents and educators often confront questions and statements they may not feel fully equipped to respond to in the moment in the intricate journey of raising children. Similarly, teachers and staff may not feel equipped when a child asks a question or makes a statement that parents or others may find inappropriate or controversial. Our…
Read MoreExploring the Intersection of Autism and Faith: A Spectrum of Understanding
“Thank you for pointing us toward, what I think, is a pathway for us as a church from deficit to diversity and opening up that understanding.” David Morstad, M.Ed, FAAIDD In a world where diversity is celebrated and individuality is cherished, it’s crucial to recognize that human experiences, beliefs, and identities are not confined to rigid…
Read MoreBecoming Radically Relevant: Preschool Chapel Leads to Sunday Chapel
Linda Chambers shares her story of innovation and transformation through her passion for early education and faith formation. Learn how her intentional invitations led to 16 baptisms in the first 7 months of 2023.
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