Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Family”
Prayer is the language that lifts us out of the mire of the mundane and connects us with the Divine. If you’re like me, knowing and remembering that truth is critical. The same is true for the kiddos in our lives. What better way to reinforce that truth than with an illustrated book with stunning visual reminders. And the book is on sale!
The spiritual development of the kids in your life can sometimes be a daunting responsibility. I Can Talk to God is packed full of poignant and teachable moments that show kids they can talk to God anytime and anywhere., and about anything.
Sometimes God seems far away because you can’t see or feel Him. But He is right there, ready to listen to you. I want to help kids know and embrace that truth. I want them to know they can talk to God anytime and anywhere. That’s why I wrote my new picture book, I Can Talk to God.
I’m counting the days with you as we try to see beyond Covid-19. Meanwhile, I’m sharing some habits that I hope will help you stay sane during this topsy-turvy time (whatever that looks like for you).
With all this extra time with your kids and grandkids, you might be looking for ways to encourage their Spiritual Formation. God created our bodies, and we can use them in communicating with Him and praising Him. Here’s a simple prayer, especially for the kinesthetic learner who craves movement.
Reader-Friend Juanita Nobles is my guest in Week 10 of the Quilters and Quilts Blog Series celebrating the release of The Quilted Heart Omnibus. MONA: How long have you been a quilter? JUANITA: I’ve been quilting for 30 years. I started in 1983. I have done all types—paper piecing, applique, piecework, but I usually stick to pretty simple designs. MONA: Who influenced you to start …
The Quilted Heart Omnibus series of post Civil War novellas released last Tuesday. Reader-friend, Jasmine Augustine, is celebrating with us . . . sharing her Quilters and Quilts story. Jasmine is dedicating this interview to her Great Grandma, Ellen Derrick (1918-2012). MONA: How long have you been quilting? JASMINE: I made my first doll quilt when I was about 12 but …
Here we are in Week 7 of our Quilters and Quilts Series. Today’s guest is my reader-friend, Diana Montgomery. MONA: Who influenced you to become a quilter? DIANA: I have always loved quilts. I don’t know of anyone in my family who actually sewed. I just have always admired quilts when visiting Shipshewana, Indiana, and seeing the beautiful Amish Quilts. …
Quilting is a form of storytelling. I love that about quilters and quilts. Storytelling in the design, but also in the process of quilting. And I’m excited to introduce you to my reader-friend, Amy Campbell, and share her story in this sixth week of the Quilters and Quilts Series. MONA: Who inspired your love of quilts and quilting? AMY: I love quilts …
