Traci Smith

Traci Smith is an ordained minister and author of the Faithful Families series of books, which teaches simple and progressive faith practices to families. She lives in the midwest with her husband and three children.

Individual Coaching

Are you interested in individual coaching with me? Great! I’d love to talk more with you about this. When my individual coaching availability is full, I’ll be sure to note it on this page, but if you’re seeing this, you can assume that I have openings! Yay! (I love coaching and I’ve benefited so greatly […]

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On the #PCUSA’s Irresponsible Choice to Use a “Text of Terror” For the Winter 2023 Exegesis Exam

Content warning: sexual violence. trauma. mutilation. knives. I have my car seats adjusted in a very particular way. If I don’t, the seatbelt sometimes brushes against my neck or collarbone in a way that sends my body spiraling into a terrifying panic.  Why? Because one winter  I was restrained with straps that were the same

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Christmas Tree Blessing

I love the idea of a simple blessing of the Christmas tree after you put it up. There’s a lovely and simple on in Faithful Families for Advent. Here’s an idea: Laminate little cards with the blessing and hand them out to your congregation members. They can say the blessing and then keep the blessing

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44 Thoughts On My 44th!

Today is my 44th Birthday! I love the number 44. Divisible by two and 11! Hooray! I’ve loved the lists made by Kevin Kelly on his birthdays and set out to make my own. Mine is nowhere near as profound as Kevin’s but it’s mine, and I think that counts for something, right?. These are

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Q&A Wednesday: How to Help Busy Parents Develop a Spiritual Practice

Welcome to Q&A Wednesday! These questions were initially featured in my premium newsletter subscription Treasure Box Tuesday. If you’re interested in getting the latest, including special freebies and discounts, please learn more HERE. Premium subscribers have access to a private Facebook group and their questions are the ones I answer! This question was initially sent out

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Q&A Wednesday: How Can I Get The Head of Staff on Board?

Welcome to Q&A Wednesday! These questions were originally featured in my premium newsletter subscription Treasure Box Tuesday. If you’re interested in getting the latest, including special freebies and discounts, please learn more HERE. Premium subscribers have access to a private Facebook group and their questions are the ones I answer! This question was originally sent out

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