Holidays

Christian Alternatives to Celebrating Halloween

Christian Alternatives to Celebrating Halloween 600 314 Lee Ann Mancini

Christ-Centered Fall Celebrations: Beautiful Alternatives to Traditional Halloween Oh, how I miss the autumn! My children and I would travel to Michigan to experience all that fall has to offer because when…

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The Winning Father

The Winning Father 1200 628 Lee Ann Mancini

This month’s special guest is Bill High, the CEO of Legacy Stone, a ministry to the church providing small group curriculum, workshops, teaching and training.  Legacy Stone is pleased to release its…

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Mother’s Day Joy (and sometimes sadness)

Mother’s Day Joy (and sometimes sadness) 1200 628 crissbert

Mother’s Day guest blogger, Laura Petherbridge, is an international author and speaker who serves couples and single adults with topics on relationships, stepfamilies, singles, divorce prevention, and divorce recovery. She is the…

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Budget-Friendly Gift Ideas to Celebrate the Faith and Love in Your Christian Family

Budget-Friendly Gift Ideas to Celebrate the Faith and Love in Your Christian Family 1200 628 Tina Yeager

As parents, we dream of setting up the perfect Christmas morning. We long to share priceless memories with our families while celebrating Jesus as God’s precious gift. The tangible practice of giving…

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Godly Parents: Finding the Faith in St. Patrick’s Day

Godly Parents: Finding the Faith in St. Patrick’s Day 1200 628 Lee Ann Mancini

“So go and make followers of all people in the world. Baptize them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach them to obey everything that…

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7 Ways to Honor the Wonderful Fathers in Our Lives

7 Ways to Honor the Wonderful Fathers in Our Lives 1200 628 Lee Ann Mancini

How can we honor the fathers in our lives? Studies show that one of the biggest needs of a man is respect. When we show the fathers in our lives respect, it…

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The 5 All-Time Best Christmas Gifts

The 5 All-Time Best Christmas Gifts 1200 628 Lee Ann Mancini

As a child, do you remember when you couldn’t wait to rip open the gifts Christmas morning and see if you received the one gift – the best gift – that you…

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With a Grateful Heart – A Thanksgiving Blog

With a Grateful Heart – A Thanksgiving Blog 1200 628 Lee Ann Mancini

I love Fall and the changes it brings.  Colors of brown, gold, yellow, and red are highlighted in the leaves, the evenings bring cooler temps, and the days are getting shorter. We…

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The Miracle of Christmas – What to Teach Your Child

The Miracle of Christmas – What to Teach Your Child Lee Ann Mancini

What do you need to teach your child about Christmas? It’s important to make the right emphasis when your child is young, so he or she will be grounded in the truth.…

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How to Use a Thanksgiving Box with Your Family

How to Use a Thanksgiving Box with Your Family Lee Ann Mancini

Have you heard of a Thanksgiving box? It’s a super easy way to encourage your child to be grateful year-round, not only during Thanksgiving. What’s a Thanksgiving Box? A thanksgiving box is…

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Is Easter the Most Important Holiday?

Is Easter the Most Important Holiday? 150 150 Lee Ann Mancini

Is Easter the Most Important Holiday? Whenever I hear of an upcoming celebration, I feel the joy rising up within me. I love celebrations. Whether informal or formal, I’m always glad to…

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Did You Know: March Isn’t Just About St. Patrick’s Day?

Did You Know: March Isn’t Just About St. Patrick’s Day? Lee Ann Mancini

March is a very significant month. When most people think of March, they think of St. Patrick’s Day—of fun-filled celebrations featuring festive, green-colored foods and drinks. However, when I think of March,…

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