Grandparents

Written by Dianna Mills, creator of the Bible Quilt®️ Journal Bible Quilt® journaling is a unique way to weave more scripture into your own daily life, and an enriching process to share with your grandchildren. It can be used as an interactive family activity to supplement any Bible study or Bible reading plan. As moms […]

Written by Deb del Villar, Director of Communications Why do we ask that question? What are the possible answers we could get? Two statements that sooner or later invade mine are from a famous sonnet and a Broadway play: “How do I love thee, let me count the ways,” is from Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s famous

Written by Carol Beaver, Church Advocate, Legacy Coalition COVID-19 is still with us and impacting everyday life for every generation. Its impact has been far more pervasive than we could have imagined in those early days. We heard about this new virus and hoped it would not come to America, then suddenly it was here.

Written by David Wheeler, Legacy Coalition Pastor’s Division You may be aware that the Legacy Coalition has a Pastor’s Division. (That’s a fancy title for a “speaker’s bureau.”) So, why does the Coalition need a Pastor’s Division? If you’ve been around any Legacy Coalition person or event recently, you’ve heard some version of this statement:

Written by Deborah Haddix, Writer, Speaker, and Christian Life Coach The Bible often compares the Christian life to a race (1 Corinthians 9:24, 26; Galatians 2:2, 5:7; Philippians 2:16; Hebrews 12:1).  I love this metaphor, not because I enjoy running (ask anyone who knows me), but because it helps me understand the life I am

Today, Legacy Coalition is celebrating 5 years of ministry! On January 14-15, 2016, fifteen children’s, youth, and family ministry leaders gathered together in Streamwood, Illinois, for the purpose of seeking God’s leading about launching a grandparenting ministry. On the second day, all fifteen signed a charter indicating their affirmation and support of a brand new,

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

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