Growing up means figuring out who you are. For many young people, religion plays a big part in this process. It can shape how they […]
The Ease of Belonging
Belonging is one of the deepest human longings. We seek a place where we are accepted, where we feel needed and understood. Sometimes this search […]
Thoughts for Parents of Teenagers, Part 2
Adolescence is a time of change, self-discovery and challenges not only for teens themselves, but also for their parents. In Part 1, we talked about […]
70 Weirdest Christmas Creche ( Updated List 2016)
The Christmas creche is a traditional symbol of the holiday, depicting the scene of Jesus’ birth. But over time, people have gotten creative with this […]
Approaching NYWC Nashville: Personal Reflections
When the National Youth Workers Conference (NYWC) in Nashville is just days away, I feel a strange combination of excitement, anticipation, and inner focus. It’s […]
The 50 Weirdest and Worst Christmas Creche (2013)
The nativity scene is an important symbol of the holiday, but not all interpretations of this scene are in keeping with the spirit of Christmas. […]
I’ll Speak for You, Help You with Advice, or… You Should See Me Dance!
There are times in life when words lose their power and advice doesn’t bring comfort. What if instead of words, we offer something more sincere, […]
The 27 Worst Christmas Creche ( Annual List, 2011)
A Christmas creche is a tradition we all love. They create a festive atmosphere and remind us of the importance of this time of year. […]
42 Worst Christmas Creches (2012)
Nativity creches are traditional scenes depicting the birth of Jesus Christ. However, not all of them are done with reverence and craftsmanship. In 2012, the […]
The 50 Weirdest and Worst Christmas Creches
Nativity creches are an important tradition symbolizing the birth of Jesus Christ. However, some creative attempts to recreate the nativity scene can cause not only […]