The 5th Day of Christmas: Be Generous!
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Today is the perfect time to unwrap what it means to be generous, as we walk through the 12 days of Christmas. Read more
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The 4th Day of Christmas: Harmony, Peace and Goodwill
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Magazines may portray Christmas as a time of peace and harmony, but we all know it can be a long way from that. This Christmas I’m unwrapping 12 days of gifts you can give to your family that won’t cost a cent. Read more
Helping Your Millennial Child Reconnect with God
Focus on the Family explore reasons why some millennials are walking away from their Christian faith, and what parents can do to help them reconnect with Jesus. Tune in for hope and encouragement for parents who have regrets about being poor role-models for their kids. Read more
Festive Chocolate Buttons
By: Susan Joy | The JOYful Table
Serves: 30 – 32 | Prep Time: 00:10 | Cooking Time: 00:00 | * plus melting and setting time
These Chocolate Buttons are a perfect no-bake, no-fuss healthy treat. They can be made in minutes, then put aside to set in the fridge or freezer. No stress here, just a colourful treat to share over the holiday season. Read more
Circle Up
By: Duncan Robinson
There is a moment right at the end of Joshua when he calls the team together. He details the history of everything that has gone on until this point. He highlights the leading and work of God and then before Israel says, “But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15b) Read more
The 3rd Day of Christmas: Spreading Good Cheer
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Most of us see Christmas as a time of good cheer. But cheerfulness isn’t a given when you are the parent of teenagers. As part of the 12 days of Christmas, today I’m looking at how to cultivate a cheerful spirit in your family. Read more
Christmas Cookies
By: Susan Joy | The JOYful Table
Serves: 24 cookies | Prep Time: 00:25 | Cooking Time: 00:08
Christmas cookies free from wheat, gluten, soy, nuts, eggs, refined sugars and dairy (ghee used), with a yummy shortbread flavour. A great Christmas treat option for children with allergies. Read more
How to Make Your Own Speaker
You’ll be the coolest parent when you magically transform a cardboard tube and plastic cups into a groovy speaker!
What’s Up Moms have your school holidays covered with this great practical project.
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The 2nd Day of Christmas: Add a Pinch of Joy
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Continuing my wander through 12 days of Christmas, today I’m unwrapping the gift of joy. As you get ready to stuff the turkey and pop the presents under the tree, do some of these things to cultivate joy. Read more
The One Question the Dalai Lama Couldn’t Answer. Can You?
By: Sheridan Voysey
A few years ago I went to hear the Dalai Lama speak at a public meeting. He lectured on the importance of having compassion, then took some questions from the audience. As the event was about to end, the MC said: “Your holiness, here is one final question—What is the meaning of life?” Read more