Ruth E. Davidson wrote, "We are using the rotational model of church school at Southminster. The Bible story is the focus of every center..." To continue reading click here

Linda Keen wrote, "In adult groups where my husband & I have participated, Billy and I notice the deep sharing that occurs around storytelling. Whether it's our personal covenant group,..." To continue reading click here

Carol Wehrheim wrote, "I use stories with children and adults. A couple years ago I began...." To continue reading click here

Mary Morrison wrote, "Stories from childhood hold memories. They fashion our being. I can remember the way I cried the first time I saw "Bambi" or when my mother...." To continue reading click here

Edward McNulty wrote, "I find stories in many places--the Scriptures, friends, newspapers, TV, the Internet, etc. For me one of the best sources, because it is one shared by so many, is the movie theater (and video store)...." To continue reading click here

Bill Lamont wrote, "As a child I was fascinated by puppets. I still am as an adult. Over the last few years I have developed several full-scale productions which we have used in worship, VBS and other venues...." To continue reading click here

Marlane Druckenmiller wrote, "We often think of storytelling in the church or in the home. A recent personal experience had me reading faith stories to my mother in a coma at the end of her earthly journey."

Ken Bedell wrote, " I have been doing a little research into the literature related to the role of narration and storytelling in religion. I am amazed at the variety of disciplines where storytelling seems to be a hot topic." To continue reading click here.

Patty Jenkins wrote, "I often use stories (mostly original) for the Children's Lesson in worship. I am also..." To continue reading click here

Beverly Bailey wrote, "Children naturally want to tell you their stories. By the use of story in relating the Bible lesson, children immediately find connections in their own life. If you relate an incident about yourself..." To continue reading click here

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