Category Archives: Young Children

Preschool Resources

Posted on December 20, 2023 by lindseycfc

Dr. Mimi Larson, Executive Director of the Center for Faith and Children at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, shares several resources for early childhood faith formation. The resources include recommended books that explore theological concepts for young children, music playlists, and books for parents of preschoolers that emphasize the importance of faith development. The Center also provides ideas for playful prayer activities suitable for preschoolers. Continue reading →

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Saturday Mornings, Nazis, and a Talking Donkey

Posted on May 17, 2017 by mimilarson

Tell me another story when you were little…. When I was a little girl, on Saturday mornings, I would crawl into my mother’s bed and ask her to tell me a story about when she was a little girl.  Nestled in … Continue reading →

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Why We Tell Stories

Posted on May 9, 2017 by mimilarson

It’s one of those times in life… My soul needs to know that God profoundly loves me. I must be reminded that He cares for me and the trouble I find myself in. I want to hear that He will … Continue reading →

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Sharing the Easter Story with Young Children

Posted on April 13, 2017 by mimilarson

Recently, someone asked how to tell a young child the Easter story. The person was concerned how to talk about death and resurrection in a way that a young child will understand. I thought I might share with you how I … Continue reading →

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