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When Mother’s Day Hurts

Being a mom can be rewarding and gut-wrenching, sometimes at the same time. Depending on the circumstances, this Mother’s Day may be one that you anticipate with fear, sorrow, or dread.

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Easter: The Big Picture

The resurrection was the ultimate validation of who Jesus claimed to be — the Messiah himself.

Mom and infant on a plane

Traveling With a Toddler or Baby

When traveling with young children, it’s helpful to consider their developmental needs whether you are driving or flying or just on-the-go.

Illustration depicting a child leaving the home of his mother to visit the home of his father

Summer at a Different Address

Help kids through the angst of switching homes, even when you feel discouraged at the idea of packing off your children to the other parent for the summer.

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Summer Adventure Kits

Are you looking for ways to spend time with your kids this summer, even as you both grow in faith and knowledge of the Bible?

Help Your Stepteens Plan a Special Father’s Day

How will your stepteens celebrate Father’s Day this year? The support you give them can lead to a memorable celebration — and to a better bond for your family.

A mother surrounded by her family: two daughters and her husband kissing her on the cheek and holding a flower bouquet

Help Your Kids Give Mom a Great Mother’s Day

Encourage your kids to think creatively when they’re crafting a memorable day for Mom

Close up of small, wood-carved Nativity scene with two of the characters being Star Wars Lego figures C-3PO and R2D2

While Droids Stood Watch

Sometimes it’s nice to give traditions a little twist.

Celebrate the New Year

As you and your family ring in the new year, consider these ideas for getting your year off to a great start!

Candy corn in pumpkin shaped bowl

Halloween Activities for Children

Get ideas for approaching October’s harvest season with mindfulness, while still keeping true to your family’s standards.

A Family’s Unexpected Togetherness in the Wilderness

Time in the wilderness helped draw Jim Daly’s family closer together in unexpected ways.

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Why Families Need Vacations

Taking the time to relax, explore and have fun as a family can strengthen your family bond.

spring break fun with mom and dad, and a little girl with oversized sunglasses in the pool

Spring Break Activities for Families

Are you and your family looking for activities to do with the children when they’re out of school for spring break? Here are a few ideas to get you started.

Reclaiming Christmas Joy

New traditions can be simple, meaningful and part of the healing process.

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Serving Others at Christmas

These are some ideas for what children can give to others.

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In the Small and Ordinary

Catch glimpses of the miraculous in unexpected places.

Fewer Toys, More Christmas Joy

Parents of young children don’t need to spend a lot of money to make the holidays merry.

Lit candles in the snow

The Gift of Peace

God’s children are given access to His peace. Here’s how.

Fall Adventures

Enjoy these fun activities as you help your your children celebrate autumn.

Should My Family Celebrate Halloween?

Do the decisions you make for your family regarding Halloween reflect the faith and values you demonstrate the rest of the year?