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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Sep 9

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Illustrated Ministry: Progressive Faith Resources

Illustrated Ministry creates progressive faith resources for the church and the home, encouraging creativity and active engagement with faith.

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Zach W. Lambert @zachwlambert.bsky.social · Jul 4

How I think Jesus would have phrased Matthew 25 if he was preaching in America right now.

I was hungry, but you passed a bill that cut funding for food stamps so billionaires could get more tax breaks.

I was thirsty, but you removed environmental protections and left me without clean water.

I was a stranger, but ICE agents arrested me and put me in a concentration camp surrounded by alligators.

I was sick, but you cut billions of dollars from Medicaid and I couldn’t get the healthcare I needed.

I was in prison, but you left me there in unconscionable conditions because you made money off of it.

Whatever you did to the least of these, my siblings, you did to me.

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Jun 22

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Jun 10

In one city, there will be a spectacle of centralized military power—an extravagant, self-indulgent birthday parade served under the guise of patriotism. While in many other cities across the country, voices will rise in protest under the cry of “No Kings.”

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Power, Protest, and Possibility: The Gospel According to June 14

Flag Day? Trump's birthday? A protest and a parade? Explore the tension between empire, empathy, and the theological irony of June 14, 2025.

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Jun 10

In one city, there will be a spectacle of centralized military power—an extravagant, self-indulgent birthday parade served under the guise of patriotism. While in many other cities across the country, voices will rise in protest under the cry of “No Kings.”

illstrtdm.in/NoKingsDay

#NoKings

Power, Protest, and Possibility: The Gospel According to June 14

Flag Day? Trump's birthday? A protest and a parade? Explore the tension between empire, empathy, and the theological irony of June 14, 2025.

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · May 13

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · May 7

As you prepare to celebrate the vibrant kin(g)dom of God at Pride events this summer and fall, we’ve got what you need to spread the love. Now through May 20, enjoy 25% off Pride stickers, buttons, and more.

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 24

We're having an Earth Day Sale! 🌍🌿🌱

Enjoy 22% off ALL curriculum products, from our very first curriculum, An Illustrated Earth: Celebrating God’s Creation, to the latest edition of Compassion Camp. Sale ends 4/25.

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 22

Love it. We also believe in #empathy over here at Illustrated Ministry.

Let’s be absolutely clear: empathy is not a flaw. It’s not a sin. And contrary to what some may claim, it is not “the fundamental weakness of Western civilization.” #GotEmpathy

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 21

In his final #Easter message, Pope Francis called us to rise—not just in hope, but in action for justice.

Thank you, Pope Francis, for stirring compassion in hearts around the world. #Pope #PopeFrancis #Conclave

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 20

Christ is risen among us, indeed.

🌈☀️ Happy Easter, friends! 🌱🪨

#ChristIsRisen #RisenIndeed #IllustratedMinistry

Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 19

God created us to cry when we need to cry.

A Holy Saturday reflection. #HolyWeek #HolySaturday

Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 18

New on the blog: "Why Christians Should Care about Ecojustice."

Ecojustice connects faith with action, reminding us that protecting the Earth is both a spiritual responsibility and an expression of love for our neighbors.

You can also download a FREE coloring page and Earth Day bookmark!

Why Christians Should Care About Ecojustice

Explore the intersection of faith and ecojustice, while discovering practical ways your church can take faithful action this Earth Day.

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 18

Bread of Life, hear our prayer.

#BreadOfLife #HolyWeek #GoodFriday #IllustratedMin

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 18

Like Jesus' first friends, we feed and sustain each other.

#BreadOfLife #HolyWeek #MaundyThursday #IllustratedMinistry

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 17

✨ NEW on the blog! Welcoming neurodivergent youth means creating inclusive spaces with empathy and flexibility—spaces where all are seen, supported, and celebrated as the beautifully diverse, God-created individuals they are. Here’s how to start. #Neurodiversity #Neurodivergent #YouthMinistry

Welcoming Neurodivergent Youth

Offering tips for welcoming neurodivergent youth in your church. Learn how your youth group can become more welcoming.

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 16

God, our loving parent, you embrace us in all our human ways and love us into healing.

#YouAreLoved #Lent #Liturgy #IllustratedMinistry #Prayers

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · Apr 16

Look, I get it: it’s terrifying to admit what’s happening right now. No one wants to believe their nation is falling into authoritarianism, that the norms they relied on in the past are no longer givens, that the “can’t happen here’s” are happening here...

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To My Apolitical Friends, It's Time You Got Political

To those who believe I’m too loud, too opinionated, too political—I get it.

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NEXT Church @nextchurch.bsky.social · Apr 16

That feeling when you turn in all of your content for Holy Week bulletins.

#AFeelingLikeNoOther #HolyWeek

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 16

Order yours today!

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#EasterCrafts #PaperCrafts #Easter #Resurrection

An Illustrated Resurrection Set

An Illustrated Resurrection Set is a fun and meaningful activity for families to do at home leading up to Easter. Include it in your church's Easter plans or use it as a stand-alone craft. Simply prin...

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 16

An Illustrated Resurrection Set is a fun and meaningful activity for families, churches, and communities of all ages. Simply print, cut, color, create, and have fun celebrating the Good News of the Easter story!

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#EasterCrafts #PaperCrafts #Easter #Resurrection

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 15

Get ready for Easter and create your own Alleluia Poster:

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#Alleluia #Easter #IllustratedMinistry #IllustratedMin

Alleluia Poster: Get Ready for Easter

Download a FREE Alleluia Poster and decorate your home and church.

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 15

Holy God, you created a world where death and life are natural and sacred in themselves. #Alleluia #Easter #HolyWeek #Coloring #ColoringPoster

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Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 14

God who goes with us, give us bread for the journey.

#BreadOfLife #Lent #ComeToTheTable #PalmSunday #HolyWeek

Illustrated Ministry @illustratedmin.bsky.social · Apr 13

Creative new ways to tell the stories of Holy Week and Easter!

#HolyWeek #Easter #TangramStorytelling #IllustratedMinistry #IllustratedMin