This Lent, I’m practicing breath prayer with my teens. You can too.
I encourage my boys to pray, but I’m not sure I’ve done a good job of showing them how. That’s something I will change this Lent.
Lent
Parenting
We observe Lent. That doesn’t make us religious?
My daughter told me, “For you being a priest, we aren’t the most religious family.” Is that because our faith is practical and immersive?
The Good Book Club with Teenagers (Part 4 of 4)
I’m committed to raising kids not just to go to church, but to understand they ARE the church. Luke and Acts tells exactly that story.
The Good Book Club with Kids: Picking A Bible (Part 2 of 4)
I needed a Bible that is accessible for children but still has all of the text. So I did my favorite thing—research!
The Good Book Club is Coming! (Part 1 of 4)
Today, Rachel Jones introduces the Good Book Club. Stay tuned! Next, Melody Shobe will walk you through getting ready with young children.
Our family observes Lent by…
As I think ahead to Lent, I know the place I need to start is in prayer.
Are We There Yet? Powerful reflections bring Lenten journeys to life.
These stories open my eyes and my heart to the work of God in the world in important and necessary ways.
Faith at Home: Planning Ahead to February
Take note! Ash Wednesday is Valentine’s Day this year.
Lent Madness with Children
Participation in Lent Madness can be turned into a family ritual, like lighting the Advent Wreath at dinnertime or saying bedtime prayers together.
Scripture engagement works. My teens dove deeper.
God’s story is rich with adventure, love, deceit, and every situation and emotion imaginable. My kids are hooked. My new theory about reading the Bible with kids: they’re never too young to be challenged, and they’re never too old to wonder. Join us as we read Luke and Acts!