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The 8th Day of Christmas: Have You Been Good?

By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen

Christmas time is all about enjoying the good things in life and the goodness around us. Have you been good enough this year? Read more

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The 7th Day of Christmas: Filling the World with Kindness

By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen

As we wander through the 12 days of Christmas, it’s time to look at the topic of kindness. What it means to be compassionate and create community around us. Read more

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The 6th Day of Christmas: The Place of Patience

By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen

As the family gathers together at Christmas, patience is one of those things you need in spades. Read more

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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

Harmony

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

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Helping Your Millennial Child Reconnect with God

By: Focus On The Family

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

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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

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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

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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