Written by Sherry Schumann, President of Christian Grandparenting Network How did the pandemic affect your Christmas celebrations this year? Did you have to cancel some time treasured traditions and events like the annual neighborhood drop-in, or caroling party at the local nursing home? Did you decide to watch a live Facebook stream instead of attending […]
Written by Deb del Villar, Director of Communications What do you hear this Christmas season? There is the beautiful Christmas carols and music, bells ringing on street corners, joyful children sharing their lists, and pleasant conversations around special meals and celebrations. Maybe it’s the opening and closing of a cashier drawer or a click of
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Written by Sherry Schumann, COO, Christian Grandparenting Network You and I didn’t grow up with Amazon (or Amazon Prime for those of us who want free shipping). Nor did we have access to computers, Google, or the Internet, which offer us countless shopping experiences without leaving the comfort of our homes. This apparent lack didn’t
by Jesse Florea, editor of Focus on the Family Clubhouse and Clubhouse Jr. magazines Children grow. We can’t stop them. One minute they’re taking their first steps, the next they’re asking for the car keys, and a moment later they’re introducing you to your grandchild. As grandparents, even if we don’t live next door, we
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Written by Deb del Villar, Director of Communications Advent season allows us to pause and prepare for the coming of Our Lord. It is a time foretold in the garden, prophesied throughout the Old Testament, and waited for with great anticipation until its arrival with Emmanuel – God with us. This time begs and encourages
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Written by Carol Beaver, Legacy Coalition Church Advocate It is the hap, hap, happiest time of the year, or so says the seasonal song. Indeed, as Christian grandparents, some of our happiest family memories may well come from this thoughtful and holy time of the year. For most, it is a time of reflection and
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Written by Deb del Villar, Director of Communications “Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.” – A.A. Milne As grandparents, we enjoy giving our grandchildren gifts. We love seeing their eyes light up and their smiles grow big. We love the joy
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Written by Joannie DeBrito from Focus on the Family Some dear friends of mine have not seen their grandson since he was about 9 months old and he just passed his third birthday. I believe a valiant effort has been made to reconcile with their son and his wife, even though they’ve never been given
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Larry Fowler had the opportunity to speak with Dr. James Dobson on his Family Talk radio show a few months ago. The segment, over two days, was titled The Godly Influence and Opportunity of Grandparenting. If you have not had the chance to listen to it, we highly recommend that you take the time. Below
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Legacy Coalition seeks to envision, encourage, and equip intentional Christian grandparents through the local church. This is done through our resources and events that help the local church recruit, support, and lead their grandparenting ministry. Legacy Coalition is blessed with passionate and dedicated servants, our most important resource. The Church Division of Legacy Coalition is
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