The Answer to This Mystery Makes for an Amazing Marriage The Bible is full of fantastic metaphors that illuminate our relationship with God. We are His sons and daughters, heirs to all that He has. We are the body of Christ, with each part playing an essential role. We are the house of God and a royal priesthood. We are…
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HSN: 10 (Stay at Home) Date Night Ideas by Heather Bowen
NOTE: Some of the things we want you, our readers, to walk away with at the end of the month are not only wonderful inspiration and new thoughts from the many articles you will read that may apply directly to your marriage, but some fun and tangible ideas for spending (and making) quality time with your spouse. Today’s article brings…
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HSN: Preparing for the True Marriage by Mary Pearson
Around this time last year I was just a fiancée, counting down the 5 remaining months until I’d finally get to call Tyler Pearson my husband. Like many brides-to-be in the months leading up to the wedding, I was in the midst of planning. Perhaps not so much like those other brides, I was also nearing the end of my…
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HSN: Do You Want More Love and Intimacy in Your Marriage? by Mary Jimenez
If someone asked you to define love and intimacy, what would you say? There are many different definitions that could be used to describe these powerful words. A group of professionals surveyed young children on the definition of love and here is what a few of them had to say (source unknown): “When my grandmother got arthritis, she couldn’t bend…
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HSN: Stages of Marriage by Sheila Garcia
When Bob and I got married 37 years ago, we expected to have one marriage that would last a lifetime. That hasn’t exactly happened. No, we’re not divorced. But the marriage we lived in our 20’s and 30’s no longer fits at midlife, after two children, career upheavals, and the ordinary joys and struggles of married life. In other words, we’ve had to create…
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Get Ready for some Hot Summer Nights!!!
This month, spend a few minutes on something that really matters: Your Marriage. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Marriage. It’s one of the greatest gifts we’ve been given, yet – sometimes – one of the things we take most for granted. This July, spend 30 days with us as we bring you a different article each day focused on real life marriages, passion, love,…
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Jesse Tree: Abraham, Isaac, & the Ram
6th Day of Advent: Abraham, Isaac, and the Ram Are you looking for a way to bring more faith – and faith focused fun – to your Advent season? We are so excited to share our new book: Our Family’s Jesse Tree. This printable eBook contains over 80 pages of detailed ornament templates (like the one shown above), daily scripture…
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Activities for Catholic Families
With so many ways to celebrate our faith…how will you chose? Pin this link and celebrate all year long with activities for Catholic families! There are a ton of ways to celebrate; some projects are ours, and some are my favorite from other talented individuals. And if you’re struggling for money to do all of these activities, it might be…
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ACTIVITY: Jesse Tree: Earth (Creation)
1st Day of Advent: Earth (Creation) Are you looking for a way to bring more faith – and faith focused fun – to your Advent season? We are so excited to share our new book: Our Family’s Jesse Tree. This printable eBook contains over 80 pages of detailed ornament templates (like the one shown above), daily scripture readings (with links…
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Book Club: Baby’s First Bible by Sally Lloyd-Jones
We received Baby’s First Bible from a friend at our son’s Baptism – I love the idea behind this book. The book is baby friendly with a sturdy cover that’s wipe-able and droll proof, too – but be sure to catch the droll quick if they slobber on the inside board pages. Those don’t have the same protective coating that the…
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Book Club: The Berenstain Bears Discover God’s Creation
As children, we grew up reading The Berenstain Bears and I’m only too happy to share them with our son. …well, except The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree. Remember that one? It still gives me goosebumps. This book tells the story of the young bears who would rather stay inside watching TV than be outside exploring all that…
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Book Club: Jesus Calling
For my birthday, I received a daily devotions book from a sweet friend. I hadn’t never had one before, so it was a lovely surprise! The book, Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence by Sarah Young, provides 365 days of short readings followed by scriptural references which you can follow for additional information. Sarah’s inspiration for this book came from…
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Jesse Tree Ornaments: Jonah & the Whale
18th Day of Advent: Jonah & the Whale Are you looking for a way to bring more faith – and faith focused fun – to your Advent season? We are so excited to share our new book: Our Family’s Jesse Tree. This printable eBook contains over 80 pages of detailed ornament templates (like the one shown above), daily scripture readings…
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ACTIVITY: Jesse Tree: Noah’s Ark & Rainbow Covenant
4th Day of Advent: Noah’s Ark & Rainbow Covenant Are you looking for a way to bring more faith – and faith focused fun – to your Advent season? We are so excited to share our new book: Our Family’s Jesse Tree. This printable eBook contains over 80 pages of detailed ornament templates (like the one shown above), daily…
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Book Club: Give Me Grace (Children’s Book)
I love storytime with my son. We snuggle up together in the corner of the couch, and as he points and babbles at pictures in the books I simply breath him in. One of his absolute favorite books – and the go-to every time I let him pick one out – is Give Me Grace: A Child’s Daybook of Prayers by…
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