Family Stories for Peace UCC | Palm Sunday

 

This Sunday is Palm Sunday, when we remember Jesus’ subversive entry into Jerusalem on a donkey. Jesus modeled servant leadership and taught that true power resides not in military or physical strength, but in the hearts and minds of the people.

This week, after briefly retelling the Palm Sunday story, we will read "Yours, Mine, Ours: A Celebration of Service and Community" by Arun Gandhi and Bethany Hegedus. This book explores service as a way of life and how gathering as a community to do good works benefits us all.

This is a story for Children and Families at Peace UCC. This lesson is for Palm Sunday. This week we're reading "Yours, Mine, Ours" by Arun Gandhi and Bethany Hegedus. This book will be available at Kids' Night Out and during Family Worship! Music by PulseBox on Pixabay. This video was made using iMovie, Pixabay, and Canva, using creative commons. Some media may be purchased and licensed by Igniter Media. #childrenstorieswithamoral #kidstorytime #christian #progressivechristian #progressivechristianity #progressivechurch #kidschurchonline #onlinechurch #kidschurch #sundayschoolstory #christianstories #biblestories #biblestoriesforkids

Sermon | "Can these bones live?"

 

This was the sermon delivered at Peace UCC on March 22, 2026, the Fifth Sunday in Lent. Offered by Joliene Wade Gatlin, MDIV. "Can these bones live?" based on Ezekiel 37:1-14.

Buffy Guide | "Surprise"

 

This is a discussion guide for season 2, episode 13 of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Surprise." Stay tuned for future uploads! I'll be going through the whole series and the reboot, once available! #btvs #buffy #buffyverse #buffythevampireslayer #sarahmichellegellar #youthgroup #teenseries

Family Stories for Peace UCC | "I Wonder"

 

Many of our Bible stories, along with God and our universe, are deeply mysterious. While there is much in the world we do not fully understand, this provides us with a wonderful opportunity to wonder!  We can approach our stories with curiosity, knowing that not all the questions we have can be answered or answered easily.

As we move toward Easter and the mystery of the resurrection, may we all find ways to engage our curiosity and ask questions that spark creativity.

This is a story for Children and Families at Peace UCC. This lesson is for Fourth Sunday in Lent. This week we're reading "I Wonder" by Annaka Harris. This book will be available at Kids' Night Out and during Family Worship! Music by PulseBox on Pixabay. This video was made using iMovie, Pixabay, and Canva, using creative commons. Some media may be purchased and licensed by Igniter Media. #childrenstorieswithamoral #kidstorytime #christian #progressivechristian #progressivechristianity #progressivechurch #kidschurchonline #onlinechurch #kidschurch #sundayschoolstory #christianstories #biblestories #biblestoriesforkids

Prayercast | Prayers and Songs for Lent

 

Today's worship service features music by The Many and Lea Morris (licensed by Convergence Music Project) with additional content licensed through Igniter Media. Some music by Pulsebox on Pixabay. This service was created using iMovie and Canva. All materials are original, creative commons, permission given for use, or purchased through Igniter Media or Convergence Music Project.

Family Stories for Peace UCC | "Picturing God"

 

Finding stillness and quiet during Lent can be challenging when the world feels loud and fractured. This week’s story, "Picturing God" by Ruth Goring, explores various metaphors for God and the ways we can experience a divine presence through mindfulness. When we remember that God is in the water, the food, the air, and all around us, we are reminded that we are never alone in the work we do or the energy we bring to the world.

Using beautiful mosaic artwork, "Picturing God" helps us imagine and encounter God in our everyday lives. May we all find God's presence throughout this season.

This is a story for Children and Families at Peace UCC. This lesson is for Third Sunday in Lent. This week we're reading "Picturing God" by Ruth Goring. This book will be available at Kids' Night Out and during Family Worship! Please consider purchasing the books from today's video by using the link below: Picturing God Music by PulseBox on Pixabay. This video was made using iMovie, Pixabay, and Canva, using creative commons. #childrenstorieswithamoral #kidstorytime #christian #progressivechristian #progressivechristianity #progressivechurch #kidschurchonline #onlinechurch #kidschurch #sundayschoolstory #christianstories #biblestories #biblestoriesforkids

Word Made Plain at Peace UCC | Second Sunday in Lent

 

This was the Word Made Plain at Peace UCC on March 1, 2026. Offered by Joliene Wade Gatlin, MDIV.. It's the second Sunday in Lent. #childrenstorieswithamoral #kidstorytime #christian #progressivechristian #progressivechristianity #progressivechurch #kidschurchonline #onlinechurch #kidschurch #sundayschoolstory #christianstories