Category Archives: Encouragement

Nov. 30, 2020

Comfort for Christmas from a Classic Hymn

By Judy

I am a lover of all sorts of music (old and new, different styles), but I especially enjoy listening to tried and true musical arrangements, and researching the stories behind them. One of my favorite Christmas songs is I Heard … Continue reading →

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Nov. 27, 2020

St. Nicholas, Christmas, and Reasons to Teach Church History

By Sarita

What does church history have to do with Christmas? Well, for one, it tells us that Santa Claus did not originate as a way for Macy’s to sell more jewelry in December. Though the historical record is sketchy, we think … Continue reading →

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Nov. 25, 2020

How Not to Stress out this Christmas

By Jill

I'd love to help alleviate some of your Christmas stress. Let me share a story so you know where I am coming from. I started homeschooling my seventh grade son at Thanksgiving after pulling him out of an unsafe public … Continue reading →

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Nov. 18, 2020

How to Limit an Influx of Toys at the Holidays

By Jill

With Christmas looming and many people already thinking about gifts and New Year's resolutions regarding organization, my thoughts are on limiting toys. In response to my post Tools Not Toys , a mom asked me this excellent question: "This is fantastic … Continue reading →

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Nov. 16, 2020

How to Prepare for the Holidays, Homeschool Style

By Sarita

What if you could be more intentional about how you and your family spend the holiday season? As you prepare for Thanksgiving, Advent and Christmas, I'd like to encourage you to take advantage of one of the biggest benefits of … Continue reading →

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Nov. 16, 2020

How to Find Christmas Cheer When You're a Scrooge

By Karla

Moms aren't supposed to be Scrooges, are they? Yet, if you ask my family, I'm not exactly Suzy Snowflake when it comes to the Christmas season. Some of my friends love the holiday season so much that they decorate their … Continue reading →

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Nov. 13, 2020

An Advent Devotional from Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

By Gina Munsey

Do you celebrate the season of Advent? Candles, wreaths, and carol services are abundant this time of year, and brightly colored calendars tempt us with a square of chocolate behind each numbered door. We see Advent celebrations—or at least countdown … Continue reading →

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