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Dec. 19, 2013

A Season for Helping ...

By Judy

In the wee hours of Sunday morning, some good friends of ours lost their home to fire. They and their four young children were able to escape quite literally with only the clothing on their backs. The family is infinitely … Continue reading →

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Dec. 24, 2012

What the World Needs Now

By Luke

I've read numerous people suggest that we all should "just be a little nicer" in light of recent events. These authors seem to agree that such new found generosity won't actually fix anything, but it will help. A bit. And … Continue reading →

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Dec. 13, 2012

Countdown to Christmas: 12 days

By Sarita

I'll admit it. When I think of Christmas, I usually picture Christmas cards, pretty lights and peaceful nativity scenes. Joseph, Mary and Jesus seem so quiet and serene in my mind. Even so, I want to remember the bigger picture … Continue reading →

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Dec. 6, 2012

Christmas School . . .

By Judy

It's that time of year again ... when department stores, grocery stores, television commercials, email, postal mail ... are all saturated with Christmas images and messages. What child stands a chance of focusing on anything but Christmas? Certainly not any … Continue reading →

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Nov. 9, 2012

Discover the Joy of Scripture ...and find other great gifts!

By Luke

Sonlight's Christmas sale started today. I know, I know: WAY too early to be talking Christmas. I agree! But it's always a great time to talk about Scripture. And that's a major focus in our sale this year. You'll first … Continue reading →

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Nov. 17, 2011

Let 'em eat ... pie!

By Judy

For one of my students, learning fractions was as natural as breathing. For another, it took some doing, but the concept was finally grasped. However, for one of my students, the concept of fractions was so much Greek, or Hebrew, … Continue reading →

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Oct. 21, 2011

Holiday School

By Judy

Temperatures are dropping, the leaves have turned beautiful shades of red and gold, and I filled my wooden bowl with gourds to put in the middle of my table this week. Yes, there's no denying that the season has changed. … Continue reading →

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