Worshipers are given a family worship guide that includes ideas for activities for each day of the coming week. Last year, those included reading Scripture, praying, sharing faith stories, managing the home, serving one another, memorizing Scripture and playing together. All church activities, including Sunday night, Wednesday night, committee meetings and visitation, are canceled until the following Sunday morning. Moran said developing a family priority is important for churches. He suggested churches lead families to develop a mission statement, a financial plan, goals and activities and a family schedule.
Quality time is a myth.
Quantity time is important. For this reason, Moran says churches should schedule activities at church with the family in mind. Intergenerational events could include adopting a grandparent. Programs for children that can include a family night are Vacation Bible School, a sports skills camp or music camp. Today's church needs to be not only a lighthouse to help families find the way, but also a generating station to help them put their energy to work.