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It Is Finished.

It Is Finished.

In GospelTags Easter, GospelPublish DateApril 4, 20219 ViewsLeave a comment samluce

The second to last saying of Jesus is found in John 19:30 where Jesus says “It is Finished” these three simple words act as the exclamation point of God’s redemptive work in Christ. This year has …

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The War on Joy.

The War on Joy.

In Gospel, LeadershipTags COVID, cs lewis, Gospel, Joy, NarniaPublish DateMarch 19, 202114 Views1 Comment samluce

I love C.S. Lewis. He isn’t perfect. He had a few ideas that were a bit much for protestant me. Overall he was a genius. What made him so brilliant is his ability to take the …

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The Impact a Bible Can Have

The Impact a Bible Can Have

In Gospel, Links I Like, PersonalTags Bible, Parenting, Parenting toolPublish DateOctober 22, 20208 Views2 Comments samluce

It has been almost two decades since my grandfather died. He was elderly, but his death was sudden. I remember getting the call and, somewhat stunned disbelief made the journey back to the family farm for …

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Motherhood and Loss.

Motherhood and Loss.

In Gospel, PersonalTags Gospel, grief, Loss, mother, mothers dayPublish DateMay 10, 202016 Views1 Comment samluce

Motherhood is not easy in a world that continues to push the value of things that are shiny then rust. What our culture doesn't value but desperately needs is the love security and safety of moms …

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How to Reopen Your Children’s Ministry after COVID

How to Reopen Your Children’s Ministry after COVID

In Gospel, Leadership, MinistryTags Catechism, Children's Ministry, COVID, Family Ministry, kidminPublish DateApril 29, 202012 Views3 Comments samluce

You have to start with the understanding that this situation is unlike any we have faced as a church and as a nation. Never in the history of the Church has there been 6-8 weeks where …

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My name is Sam Luce and I have been a pastor at Redeemer Church in Utica NY for the past 24 years. 18 of those years serving as children’s pastor. Currently, I am serving as the Global Pastor to Families. This is my personal blog it is focused on Discipleship, Family Ministry, and Theology.

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3 responses to “How to Reopen Your Children’s Ministry after COVID”

  1. 8 Questions to Ask As You Plan Re-Opening for Kids’ Ministry – Everyday Kids Ministry
    April 30, 2020

    […] Will our church open kidmin right away or phase it in? Your answers to the previous two questions will determine this one, as well as intentional conversations with your fellow staff members. My buddy, Sam Luce, shares his church’s phased plan here. […]

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  2. Cathi Phillips Avatar
    Cathi Phillips
    May 1, 2020

    Explain what your Family worship service looks like

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  3. Tricia Avatar
    Tricia
    May 6, 2020

    Thank you for your excellent post. I think it is very important that we lead with faith and not fear when our kids return to our ministries. I also love the comfort of question #1 of the Heidelberg catechism. I think it is time we look to the ancient paths for guidance today. Jeremiah 6:16

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