Ashes, prayer, and sacrifice may all be parts of the way that adults reflect on their faith on Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent. The 40 days of Lent evoke the time that Jesus spent in the wilderness before beginning his ministry on Earth. This is a lovely framework for adults who use [...]
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This is a blog about living and parenting consciously as an act of faith. I'm a crunchy Christian mother, associate pastor, and writer who has attended seminary and founded a holistic mom's group. I share insights and resources I have gathered along the way. Learning from people with different perspectives is part of my joy. Please share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas respectfully.
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This is a blog about living and parenting consciously as an act of faith. I'm a crunchy Christian mother, associate pastor, and writer who has attended seminary and founded a holistic mom's group. I share insights and resources I have gathered along the way. Learning from people with different perspectives is part of my joy. Please share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas respectfully.
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