How do we, as Christian families, talk to our kids about the carnage and chaos – created by human hands and human hearts – erupting in the Holy Land right now?
Hurt People Hurt People: Talking to Children about the Holy Land Read Post »
On Palm Sunday we hear about a tragedy that unfolds at the hands of tyrants and a destructive empire.
Choosing Compassion on Palm Sunday and Everyday Read Post »
Bedtime is always a time of revelation and sometimes self-revelation in our household, particularly with our youngest child who is eight-years-old. We have noticed since Thanksgiving that he has been easily frustrated, trying out unsavory words on his older brother, and bursting into tears quite regularly.
Trusting That Our Lives Have Meaning Read Post »
“What do you remember about last night?” “Just being cold and wet.” I was talking with my nine-year-old daughter while
Responding to Hate by Being Together Read Post »
It’s happened. Again. We knew that it would, but it still shocks us. This time it was a high school
Talking to Kids about Gun Violence Read Post »
Bodies are whole and holy; both our own and those of others are to be treasured and respected.
It’s Christ’s World, Not Harvey Weinstein’s Read Post »
Our four-year-old granddaughter enjoyed retelling the Christmas story. So did I – until it took an unexpected turn.
After the Holidays (with unchurched grandkids) Read Post »