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The forgotten wonders of being a mother

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Mother’s Day might be a day when you can expect chocolate and flowers, but it’s also a good day to reflect on what being a mother means. In the ups and downs of life we can sometimes forget that being a mother is a special role that connects one generation to another.

Dad makes Disney costumes for his kids

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For some people, fond childhood memories consist of the magical combination of dress up and imagination. If your dress ups were anything like mine though, they looked mostly like I’d rummaged through an op shop of random fabrics, not full blown costumes. Enter: Designer Daddy.

First steps to financial freedom as a couple

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Author: Amy Van Veen | Editorial Manager at Focus On The Family Canada. The fact that money is a major stressor in marriage is not news. The way we spend and save can be a black or white issue for many of us. We think there’s a right way to do things (our way) and […]

The Power of Mums in Community

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Mums need friendships, especially with other mums! Next time on “Focus on the Family,” we’ll examine how a community of mums can help each other, offer mutual encouragement and support, and improve each other’s health!

101-Year-Old Granny Still Got All The Dance Moves!

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Minerva Boran may be 101 but she can groove and move with more energy than some teenagers! Check out her lively twirls, jazz hands and hip shaking as she dances up a storm to Elvis Presley’s “Blue Suede Shows” in the retirement home – all with a cheeky smile.

Money Lessons From the Parable of the Prodigal Son

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Author: Alex Cook | Wealth with Purpose. This story has been retold in different ways and has been used to spread the “Gospel of Love” everywhere. In Luke [15:11]-31, a rebellious son decides to leave his family and waste all his inheritance on worthless things.

God Loves You, You Matter a Lot

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Author: H.B. London | Focus On The Family. Many years ago in my pastoral ministry, I began to use a phrase that I probably repeated in some way every Sunday in worship. It is: “God loves you as though you were the only one in the world to love, and that makes you a very […]

Discovering the Secrets of a Happy Marriage

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Fawn Weaver took a worldwide tour to learn the secrets of a happy marriage, and now she’s sharing them with you! From stories of couples in different countries, to Fawn’s personal marriage journey, you’ll be encouraged to seek the best in your spouse and choose happiness in your marriage.

Why being friends with your kids is a bad idea

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Author: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen. When parenting gets hard, it’s easy to fall into the trap of trying to be friends. But friendship isn’t what kids need from their parents.