Thank you for this. Something I’ve observed in a clinical practice comprised almost exclusively of children and teens is a deep desire to have their questions heard. Sure, the answers given matter. But it’s the ability to ask that has the greatest impact. More even than ‘ability’, it’s the respect afforded them when not only can they ask but they are included as valuable contributors to the conversation itself. Sooo good!
So grateful for this whole conversation - especially to the young women who were willing to openly ask their questions.
Chris, you mention that your thinking on the theology of childhood was shaped by Rauner - could you share the title/where to find his writing on this?
I love the mention of Godly Play! I, also, have been changed through teaching children and especially the reading of “The Religious Potential of the Child” by Sofia Cavaletti.
good stuff! 💛 my heart is with you all at SOT coming up.
we’ll miss you!!!
This, for the entire world.
Parents and children.
Lord have mercy.
Thank you for this. Something I’ve observed in a clinical practice comprised almost exclusively of children and teens is a deep desire to have their questions heard. Sure, the answers given matter. But it’s the ability to ask that has the greatest impact. More even than ‘ability’, it’s the respect afforded them when not only can they ask but they are included as valuable contributors to the conversation itself. Sooo good!
Good word!
So grateful for this whole conversation - especially to the young women who were willing to openly ask their questions.
Chris, you mention that your thinking on the theology of childhood was shaped by Rauner - could you share the title/where to find his writing on this?
I love the mention of Godly Play! I, also, have been changed through teaching children and especially the reading of “The Religious Potential of the Child” by Sofia Cavaletti.