https://tur-ciderdev-en.onadvantagecs.com:443/contributors/melanie-c-gordonMelanie C. Gordon serves as Director of Ministry with Children at Discipleship Ministries of The United Methodist Church. She is responsible to The United Methodist congregations for providing nationwide training and resourcing, while providing research and networking opportunities for leaders and teachers engaged in ministry with children. Melanie holds degrees from Clemson University and Duke University. She wrote What Every Child Should Experience: A Guide for Teachers and Leaders in United Methodist Congregations, and blogs regularly at ministrywithchildren.com on issues that impact how children grow in faith.https://tur-ciderdev-en.onadvantagecs.com:443/product/covenant-discipleship-bundleTake advantage of a discount and purchase all three of these resources at once. Sure to inspire leaders and individuals alike to grow disciples as children, youth, and adults. 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