By Different Voice on
1/26/2009 7:00 AM
 Here's the final part of our 3-part series on great sources for progressive-friendly Christian education resources.
You can read Part 1 and Part 2 of this series on our website. We'll no doubt run this series again when more progressive-friendly sources are available, but here for now are a few more recommendations for resources worth checking out!
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By Different Voice on
1/19/2009 7:00 AM
Part two of our 3-part series continues with some additional recommendations for progressive-friendly resources. (In case you missed it, here's part 1.)
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By Different Voice on
1/12/2009 7:00 AM
 There are many wonderful resources that are especially well-suited for progressive churches, but so far there are no catalogs that pull all of these resources together. And, since many of the more progressive companies do not have advertising budgets the size of publishing behemoths like Zondervan or LifeWay, you may never have heard of some of the great sources out there. In this 3-part series, we'll point you to some of these lesser-known alternatives.
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By Different Voice on
1/5/2009 7:00 AM
Although it is the beginning of the calendar year, the Sunday School year is well underway. During this time between Advent/Christmas and Lent/Easter, attendance in Sunday School classes sometimes lags. Having taught for four months and with five more months to go before summer, Sunday School teachers may begin to experience the “winter blahs”.
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By Different Voice on
12/29/2008 7:00 AM
The hectic season of Advent has come and gone, and a new year aw aits you! The last week of December is a perfect time to review your ministries and look closely at what is working, what is not, and what is coming up next year. Here are ten questions and suggestions for your year-end review. Get out some paper or fire up your word processor, grab a cuppa your favorite warm beverage, and do a bit of reflection. Ask yourself...
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By Different Voice on
12/22/2008 7:00 AM
Are you getting the most out of your teacher trainings? One way to explore this question is to ask yourself what happens after a teacher training event. How do you take the next logical step...or do you? Here's an example...
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By Different Voice on
12/15/2008 7:00 AM
As compassionate Christians, we are challenged to be accepting of all persons, in our personal lives and in the ministries we plan and lead. I hope that you routinely evaluate and assess your ministries with regards to accessibility and openness to persons with special physical and/or emotional needs. Are your programs also inclusive of persons with different learning styles?
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By Different Voice on
12/8/2008 7:00 AM
What topics would be covered in an ideal teacher training session or series? The answer to this question could be lengthy! One topic that would make my list is an overview of multiple intelligence theory – a valuable addition to any teacher training.
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By Different Voice on
12/1/2008 7:00 AM
Many churches give their teachers, youth leaders, and other volunteers in education ministries a small gift at Christmastime. Why not give a gift to your teachers that will help train them to be even better teachers next year? Here are a few items you might consider, depending on your budget...
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By Different Voice on
11/24/2008 7:00 AM
At Different Voice, creation-care is one of our core values. What does it mean to translate this belief into action as we do ministry?
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