BACK-TO-SCHOOL FAITH
The days are growing cooler and shorter. Backpacks are being filled with new supplies. As our summer activities wind down, we are looking ahead to the new school year. While Christians celebrate Advent as the beginning of the liturgical year, Labor Day weekend marks the beginning of the school year. This time of year brings great opportunity for growing faith and for establishing a regular rhythm of family devotional life at home. |
Off to school for the first time? Trying a new sport or club? This article from Vibrant Faith @Home will get you started!
The start of the school year is a great chance to talk about what is important in your family. Gather together and come up with the rules your family will live together this school year! |
Driving kids to school? It's a great time to pray for others - or try one of Dr. Elizabeth's Car Chats -they change weekly!
This clock is a fun way to help younger children understand the flow of the day. Have the kids help you and don't forget to add praying hands or a Bible for your family devotional time! |
A bulletin board from your local craft or office supply store is all you need to help your children grow thankful hearts. Take a sticky note or an index card and write down or draw a picture of what each family member is thankful for each day or each week!
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A note in a lunch box is a terrific way to keep connected to your kids during the day - and it is also a great way to share Jesus' love for them too. These "Love in a Lunchbox Prayers" from
Frugal and Focused are a great way to start! |