

Taking off the Masks
October is a very happy month in my household. A special birthday, the fun fall activities, and the cooler weather all generate a buzz of...

Janelle Kelly
Oct 5, 2022
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The Father Effect
When I grow up, I want to be just like my dad. Have you heard your children say these words? Perhaps you’ve said them yourself as a...

Tim Bonzelaar
Aug 17, 2022
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Intimate Conversation 101
As a parent of five adult children who live in various areas of the country, I’ve been learning that making time and space for intimate...

Kris Deboer
Jul 14, 2022
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Even Video Games
Connection is key to a healthy relationship with our children. And I would guess that most of you would agree with that statement and are...

Mike Van Drie
Jun 9, 2022
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The Solo Flight
When I was a kid my family suffered the loss of my father to cancer. He was a shining light to our family and community. His death hit...

Sandy Ohlman
May 4, 2022
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Brilliant Minds Need Mom and Dad
I recently had the sweet opportunity to spend an evening Discussing parenting with Dr. Kathy Koch. If you’ve not heard of Kathy, tune in....

AmyJo Pleune
Apr 26, 2022
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GOOD LUCK!
With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, little green clovers are popping up everywhere! That four-sided leaf is thought to bring luck to...

Sandy Ohlman
Mar 14, 2022
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Safe Anchor
As I sit here thinking about what to write with Valentine’s Day approaching and its emphasis on love, instead of reflecting on hearts,...

Mary Wortley
Feb 14, 2022
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Spiritual Compass
Helping Kids Have a Measure of Success in Building Healthy Relationships We have a really beautiful piece of artwork posted on the peak...

AmyJo Pleune
Jan 31, 2022
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A Good Gut Check
It’s on us. About a year ago, a colleague and I were creating a resource to empower parents to take the Sunday Message and apply it to...

Mike Van Drie
Dec 11, 2021
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