Are the children in your family counting down the days until summer? Most likely they are looking forward to sleeping a little later, spending time with friends, playing on a sports team, going to camp, going on vacation, and seeing … Continue reading →
Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6 NIV It started quite innocently when they were toddlers and fast became our nightly ritual. We’d split … Continue reading →
It was my turn to give the children’s sermon this past Sunday, and I was planning to follow the lectionary with a message about Christ as our good Shepherd, when opportunity knocked. My husband and I had purchased several baby … Continue reading →
One of my favorite activities with my kids was reading books together. One of the reasons I enjoyed it was that I could sit! Moms are busy and often on their feet. Having some moments to sit and read for … Continue reading →
As I write this, I have the windows open in my office. It isn’t summer yet, but summer is surely just around the corner. If you are a parent, a grandparent, or the caregiver of a child, I am sure … Continue reading →
Tomorrow is Easter! It is the day that we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection, a day of joyous celebration. How can we help children remember the important message of Easter? Elementary age kids often remember from doing something. Here are two ideas … Continue reading →