Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me. –Psalm 23:4 (RSV) Too many individuals have known the reality of being in the “valley of the shadow of death.” Survivors of trauma—especially that experienced in childhood—can …
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Mar 08
Lent, week 3: Anticipation VS Anxiety [with bulletin insert download]
“It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer; And while they are still speaking, I will hear.” –Isaiah 65:24 Anticipation can easily turn into anxiety. Consider these words from Meriwether Lewis, written in his journal on May 26, 1805, as the “Corps of Discovery” expedition first glimpsed the mighty Rocky Mountains …
Feb 22
Lent Week 1: Stumbling (with bulletin insert download)
“If anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in me—to stumble, it would be better for them to have a large millstone hung around their neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea!” (Matthew 18:6) In the midst of a discussion about privilege and position in the coming Kingdom of …
Sep 12
Trauma-Informed Ministry Interview with “The Catch” (9 mins)
Here are the written responses to the interview Chris Haughee had with Erik Cave of the Pacific NW Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church. The ECC is represented in Montana by two of Intermountain’s supporting Churches: LIFE Covenant and Headwaters Covenant Church, both located in Helena. Quick Links: Contact Chris at haughee@gmail.com or 406-465-9693 Intermountain Ministries: http://www.intermountainministry.org What …
Apr 08
Focus on Your Family’s Mental Health: Battling Anxiety While War Rages
It has escaped no one’s attention that there is a major military conflict going on in Eastern Europe between Russia and Ukraine. Turn on the evening news, listen to the radio, or scroll through your social media news feed, and you’ll see evidence of gross atrocities, senseless violence, and doomsayers suggesting that this is the …
Oct 04
It’s Here! “Our Watchful Waiting” Advent Curriculum 2021
“Our Watchful Waiting” is Intermountain Ministry’s first comprehensive Advent curriculum that will connect your children to the lectionary readings that are part of the traditional Advent observance, as well as suggestions for how you can get the whole church in on the fun! You can read a little about the materials below, or jump right …
Jan 27
FREE Resources for Lent & Easter (Lectionary Year B)
In preparation for Lent, I have written seven free lessons for your use! My hope is that you will find this resource helpful for you as you interpret the “Change for Children” campaign to the young people of your church. While written primarily for a Children’s Sermon format, these object lessons could be used in a Sunday …
Sep 24
Compliance VS Alliance
In Matthew 21:23-32, we have a very interesting exchange between Jesus and the Pharisees. In this passage we see just how brilliant Jesus was in understanding the motives of those who were in opposition to his teaching, and how he was able to compassionately address the issues underlying their opposition. The Pharisees had built a …
Jul 16
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Every month we send out the latest information to stay connected to the mission and ministry of Intermountain, highlighting stories from around the organization. We highlight the chaplain’s ministry within Residential so you can see the impact that your mission support of the ministry makes! There are regular links to free resources, videos that can …
Jan 30
Free Lenten Object Lessons!
In over twenty years in children and youth ministry, the object lessons I have used for children’s sermon times have been a very effective way of communicating the truth of God’s Word. Many of the adults in the congregation would tell me they preferred my children’s sermons to my “regular” sermons! Jesus taught in object …
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