I'm attaching here a project I worked on for my seminary class: Ministering to Families. It is essentially a walk through of a system for mentoring families that promotes relational restoration. The principles are based on the story of the Gospel as the best plan not only for a restored relationship with God, but also... Continue Reading →
Inside Out Families-A Brief Impression of the Book
This book by Diana Garland is a good read that has a good focus on families who give more than receive. In this impression I look at the purpose of the book, stories that move us to action and a simple plan for empowering churches to empower their people to serve. PURPOSE The purpose of... Continue Reading →
Cry of the Orphan-Foster Care Prayer Vigil
Cry of the Orphan. Take some time to join with others in prayer for children in the foster care system from May 20-27. This link will tell you a little more.
More than Fairy Tales: A Look at Biblical Narrative
The following are some thoughts from the first two chapters of The Art of Biblical Narrative, by Robert Alter. He provides some provocative and helpful counter thoughts to our modern, Western and very systematic forms of interpreting the Bible. I think Alter elevates the value of reading the Bible for enjoyment of the art and... Continue Reading →
How are your Children Handling the Sexualization of Our Culture? | A Stepping Stone on the Road to Recovery from Pornography Addiction
How are your Children Handling the Sexualization of Our Culture? | A Stepping Stone on the Road to Recovery from Pornography Addiction. This link will increase your awareness of the great trap of sexualized kids. My friend Andy Lundy has brought this to our attention and we should carefully consider this. There is also a... Continue Reading →
The Gospel Project (Curriculum)
The Gospel Project. The Gospel Project is a new kids church curriculum I'm looking into. Looks sound as well as creative in approach.
Kids Feel What Parents Expressively Feel – Desiring God
Kids Feel What Parents Expressively Feel - Desiring God. Watch this little video from John Piper and help your children get caught up in the wonder of God. I LOVE reading stories to my children. The most moving ones for me are Bible stories. There are times when I step into the story so strongly that... Continue Reading →
bullying {resources} | Lemon Lime Kids
bullying {resources} | Lemon Lime Kids. A solid link from my friend Amy Dolan for parents and children's ministry volunteers who want to help their children with bullies. Also from Amy is a an interesting perspective on bystanders in the bullying scene.
Three Factors that Shape A Child’s Life
How a child develops is a complex wonder. There are so many variables like family history, environment, peers, location and more that play a special role in the formation of a child. Here are three factors you can zone in on and leverage as you train up children to be fantastic citizens and faithful followers... Continue Reading →
6 Ways to Foster Early Language Development
The following is from Development Through the Lifespan, by Laura E. Berk.Respond to coos and babbles with speech sounds and words.Establish joint attention and comment on what child sees.Play social games, such as pat-a-cake and peekaboo.Engage toddlers in joint make-believe play.Engage toddlers in frequent conversations.Read to toddlers often, engaging them in dialogue about picture books.Put... Continue Reading →
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