Parenting in the Pew: Guiding Your Children Into the Joy of Worship"Daddy, I'd like you to meet my children." That's Robbie Castleman's attitude about taking her children to church. She believes that Sunday morning isn't a success if she has only managed to keep the kids quiet. And she knows there's more to church for kids than trying out their new coloring books. Children are at church for the same reason as their parents: for the privilege of worshiping God. Worship, Castleman writes, is "the most important thing you can ever train your child to do." So with infectious passion, nitty-gritty advice and a touch of humor, she shows you how to help your children (from toddlers to teenagers) enter into worship. In this expanded edition Castleman includes two new appendixes on the important issues of hyperactive children in worship and children's church for seekers. She also provides a study guide for personal reflection or group discussion. More than ever, Parenting in the Pew is essential reading for parents and worship leaders who want to help children make joyful noises unto the Lord. |
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User Review - Kimberly - Christianbook.com
I enjoyed the conversational style of the book. As a pastor's wife who is frequently alone with active boys in the pew, I appreciated the advice from another pastor's wife. I want my children to learn ... Read full review
User Review - JMM - Christianbook.com
While this book did give me a few ideas how to involved my younger children, it didn't keep my interest. I had to make myself finish reading the book and I have passed it on to someone else. Read full review
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Unfettered Hope: A Call to Faithful Living in an Affluent Society Marva J. Dawn Limited preview - 2003 |