Memorial Day is a day of remembrance, but sometimes we forget why we are marking it. This year, amidst the appliance sales and barbeques and much-needed time off from work and school, set aside some time to remember why all of those things are happening.

One fascinating part of the Pentecost story is the moment when the holy spirit comes down like a flame, and the disciples become able to speak to those assembled in their native languages. It’s a great reminder of how language can sometimes feel like something that divides us, but it can be a powerful connector as well. This week, explore this idea with your family!

There are lots of poems out there about moms. LOTS. And like prayers, sometimes one someone else has composed captures perfectly how you feel, but sometimes the right words need to come straight from your heart. So this year, write a Mother’s Day poem!

Even if you’ve never done improv, you may have heard of one of its big rules: “yes, and.” This means that when you’re improvising a scene and a scene partner offers a piece of information, you agree with it and add on – even if you don’t use the words “yes, and.”

If you’ve ever seen a vintage travel poster, you know how they use bold text, bright colors, and enticing graphics to “sell” their destination. The design process must have been a lot of fun. Well, you and your family can get in on the fun by creating your own travel poster…for a biblical destination!