Resource Center, an insert in the ALCM newsletter, Grace Notes, often has musical settings of liturgical music composed for children. Selections may be reproduced as needed for parish use. Childrens voices might be the choice for a particular stanza during the Hymn of the Day, or let children introduce a new hymn. Children so readily capture the spirit of new hymnody, especially that from other styles and cultures, that their enthusiasm is infectious to the entire congregation. Music that might have otherwise been received somewhat grumpily by adults is often sung without reservation, thanks to the involvement of children.
Children write very simple, yet meaningful, prayer petitions.
Let several children be responsible for preparing the prayers of the assembly on a given Sunday. Older children often read aloud quite well. Lift up the gifts of those who do by having them serve as lectors. Children might present these readings as a choral reading or short, simple play. Processions, with their emphasis on movement, are ideal for participation of children.