Author name: Miriam McKenney

Miriam Willard McKenney is a child of God who finds extreme joy parenting her three girls: Nia, 26; Kaia, 21; and Jaiya, 18. She and her husband, David, met at the Union of Black Episcopalians conference in 1981. Miriam works as Forward Movement’s Development Director and at Calvary Episcopal Church in Cincinnati as Youth Director. She was a children’s librarian and school media specialist for 20 years before joining Forward Movement’s staff. She loves outdoor fitness in extreme temperatures, as there is no bad weather, just incorrect clothing choices.

My adult child reflects on her faith

Miriam McKenney / May 25, 2016

I provided my adult daughter with a faith foundation. Now, she’s telling me it made a difference.

Handing on Faith Isn’t Easy

Miriam McKenney / May 11, 2016

Reading another post on this blog prompted me to ask my girls about their personal prayer lives. It went NOTHING like I thought it would.

Time flies! So I slow down.

Miriam McKenney / April 28, 2016

Parents often talk about how fast time flies as kids grow up. I practice staying present to savor the moments – even the hard ones.

Spring Chill (In My House)

Miriam McKenney / April 13, 2016

The cool spring outside is mirrored inside my home. I lean on my faith to guide and help me when my kids struggle in their relationship.

Operation Celebrate Life

Miriam McKenney / April 1, 2016

My family’s theme song is “Golden,” by Jill Scott. We listen to it every so often to keep the concepts in

10 ways I practice faith while parenting teenagers

Miriam McKenney / February 12, 2016

“When Jamie gets to that age, you’re going to help me, right?” “How can I get my kids to turn