Category Archives: Spiritual Formation

Creating Space through God’s Place

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Dean G. Blevins

Patti Rivas shared a story with Nurturing Care about Sandia Valley Nazarene Church and their ability to create space through their God’s place, their prototype in Albuquerque. Rivas reports: “Our children became missionaries to a group of teens visiting us for … Continue reading →

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West Coast Nurturing Care Initiative Shows Grassroots Innovation and Spiritual Impact Across Congregations

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Dean G. Blevins

A series of monthly reports and ministry updates from churches participating in the West Coast Nurturing Care cohort reveal a growing movement reshaping how children engage with faith—through creativity, service, and intentional space-making. Across California, Oregon, and beyond, congregations are … Continue reading →

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Moral Integration Coaching with Nurturing Care

Posted on February 2, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins
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NorCal Nurturing Care orientation session

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins
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Strategies for Hope in the Oikonomia Network

Posted on January 6, 2017 by Dean G. Blevins

January is always a good time for a faculty retreat, particularly in Tempe Arizona. This week I have the privilege of attending the Oikonomia Network Faculty Retreat. It is a time to see a little of the city but also … Continue reading →

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“Apprentice” Spiritual Formation Conference special group rate if you hurry!

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Dean G. Blevins

Would you be interested in joining Doug Hardy in attending a spiritual formation resourcing conference? The Apprentice Gathering, to be held at Friends University in Wichita, Oct. 8 – 10, is offering a special group rate for local churches of … Continue reading →

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Eventful Moments at D6

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

This is my first trip to the D6 conference, a gathering of ministers and laity focused on family ministry.  It’s been an interesting trip. The overall theme was “impress” drawing from the Deut 6 emphasis on “impressing” on children’s hearts. … Continue reading →

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