Common Ground Curriculum

Rooted in faith. Growing in love. Living in Hope.

Designed for kids, youth, and families alike, it meets people right where they are with resources built for real life. We believe in the sacred Scriptures—not just as stories of what happened long ago, but as a living word about what God is still doing here and now. Through engaging lessons and honest conversation, we help communities explore faith that matters today.

We’re still growing

Thank you for being here while we build something beautiful (and a little unfinished).
More curriculum and resources are on the way—crafted with care, tested in real life. Good things take time to grow.

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Kids Curriculum

Wonder-filled lessons that invite young hearts to discover God’s love—and maybe get a little glitter on their hands.

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Youth Curriculum

Honest conversations, big questions, and faith that meets teens right in the middle of their real lives.

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Adult & Family Resources

Tools for home-based faith, meaningful conversations, and shared practices—because real life doesn’t stop at the church doors.

Why Common Ground?

Because we believe faith should feel like home—roomy, welcoming, and a little bit sacredly weird sometimes.

  • Theologically rich (but never stuffy)

  • Inclusive and accessible

  • Easy to use—no seminary degree required

  • Designed for real life: messy, beautiful, sacred, and sometimes silly

We’re here for the church basement moments, the Sunday morning chaos, the late-night campfire chats, and the bedtime faith talks.

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Featured Resources & New Releases

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Finding God in All Our Feelings

Children’s Sermon
Thessalonians 5:18

Ages: 4-10 years old 

Finding God in All Our Feelings is a ready-to-use children’s sermon that helps kids explore their emotions through the lens of faith. Centered on 1 Thessalonians 5:18, this thoughtful and age-appropriate lesson encourages children to name their feelings—happy, sad, nervous, or excited—and trust that God is with them in every one. With simple questions, Scripture reflection, and a closing prayer, it’s perfect for Sunday worship, children’s church, or any moment when you want to remind kids that God’s love meets us right where we are.

Be Like Jesus

Kids on Mission Group Lessons
7 Lessons

Be Like Jesus: Kids on Mission is a 7-session mission curriculum that teaches kids to live out their faith through Scripture, conversation, and hands-on service projects. Each week features a story from Jesus’ life and a creative way to put love into action—whether it’s making prayer jars, cards for hospital patients, welcome gifts, or keychains that remind others they are loved by God.

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Want More? (Of course you do.)

Get a free sample lesson, plus updates, free resources, and ideas for your ministry.

Got a special theme or study in mind? We’ll write curriculum made just for your group. Prices range from $25–$125, with about 20 days’ notice for creation.

Testimonials & Endorsements

"Our kids loved this series—simple, meaningful, and fun."
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Kara, FBC Children’s Minister

"Finally, a resource that speaks honestly and beautifully to our whole church family."
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Jim, UMC Pastor

“I highly recommend this curriculum! It’s easy to digest, well laid out, and really targeted for youth! We will definitely be looking for more from CGCurriculum!”
-Alisa, Youth Parent & Sunday School Teacher

“I love this curriculum and am planning to use it for my upcoming mission trip to help with the rebuilding efforts in Western NC after Hurricane Helene. It is so hard to find good, moderate, theologically-sound curriculum and this is exactly what I need! 10/10 - Highly Recommend!”
-David, Youth Minister

About Common Ground Curriculum

We’re pastors, writers, and ministry leaders who’ve spent decades crafting resources that help churches and families grow together. People who’ve led youth groups in church basements and passed out snacks with sticky fingers.

We believe Scripture isn’t just about what happened—it’s about what’s still happening right now.

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