A New Generosity Ministry for Families from the Missouri United Methodist Foundation
Imagine giving parents the encouragement and tools to raise children who think beyond themselves, recognize the needs of others, and understand that generosity is an important part of living out their faith.
What better gift can a church offer its families and community than the opportunity to grow children who are not only grateful for what they have but eager to share what they have with others?
The Foundation is inviting United Methodist churches of all sizes to consider engaging in a generosity ministry for families by hosting this engaging and practical class.
Churches can choose the best in-person format that best fits their congregation and families:
Option One: A two-hour interactive life workshop ideal for an evening paired with dinner for the family or on a Saturday morning, and always with childcare available.
This 2-hour hands-on class offers a variety of creative ideas and explores the theological, emotional, and practical aspects of raising generous children. Whether you are parenting toddlers, teenagers, or anything in between, you’ll discover meaningful ways to encourage generosity at every age and stage of life. The interactive format allows plenty of time for questions, conversation, and exploring ideas together.
Option Two: A 50-Minute Presentation ideal for the Sunday School hour in person or anytime in an online webinar format.
Looking for something shorter? The 50-minute “TED Talk” style presentation offers an energetic and engaging introduction to many of the same concepts. While there is less opportunity for interaction and discussion, participants will leave with practical ideas and inspiration to begin making generosity a part of everyday family life.
More Than Just a Class
Both options provide parents with practical tools to help combat entitlement and develop healthy habits of generosity in their children. Participants will also receive take-home resources, and churches will receive materials to help continue the conversation and encourage a culture of generosity among families long after the class is over.
Make Generosity Part of Your Church’s Ministry to Families
Whether you are looking for a new family ministry opportunity, a special parent event, or a meaningful addition to your existing children’s ministry, consider bringing Raising Generous Kids in an Entitled World to your church.
Let’s start raising a generation that understands generosity isn’t just something we do. It’s part of who we are called to be.
To learn more or schedule a class at your church, contact Rev. Laura Murphy at LMurphy@mumf.org.
Presented by Rev. Laura Murphy with the Missouri United Methodist Foundation. Laura incorporates her experiences in ministry, parenting, and 20-years as a parent coaching when she formulated the materials for this class. Her practical approach and story-telling presentation style will inspire parents to discover their family’s own generosity practices.