I recently attended, and blogged about a children’s ministry conference in Sydney and was concerned to hear that a staggering number of children, as young as 10 years old, are dropping out of church communities. In one sense this news surprised … Continue reading →
On New Year’s morning I took a break from loads of laundry and paused to watch a few moments of the Rose Parade. Since I have been there a few times to watch it in person, I appreciate the beauty … Continue reading →
There is no better time than Christmas to involve your little ones in acts of kindness and service. Here are a few ideas to get you started! Ring a bell for the Salvation Army. No need to sign up with a group or … Continue reading →
It’s a wonderful time of year. It’s a frustrating time of year. Television advertisements, stores filled with toys galore, and the suggestion that we can never have enough “stuff” can create tension-filled holidays. In the true spirit of service that Christ called all … Continue reading →
Whether you dedicate hours a day to it, or the random hour here or there, most would agree that serving others is important. At the top of our priority list? Maybe not so much. Rather than another thing you ‘should’ do, here … Continue reading →
My girls are pretty excited about Halloween this year. By the time school started in September they already knew what they wanted to dress up as, never mind that Halloween wasn’t for another 2 months! We have been busy baking, … Continue reading →