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Beyond the Pews: Motherhood with Grit and Grace
Challenging Church Norms. Embracing Authentic Grace.
Moms of Faith has had a complete rebrand. This isn't your grandma's Christian mom group. Here, we're shattering stereotypes and challenging the status quo. We're diving deep, questioning old norms, and getting real about the church's shortcomings. Because faith should empower, not constrain. Let's build a faith that fits our real, messy, modern lives and confront the 'cult-like' vibes head-on. Let's redefine what it means to be a Christian mom.
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Recipe – Seaside Spinach Dip
Great Party Recipe This delicious warm spinach dip recipe with artichokes and lump crab meat is served in a bread bowl. It is a great recipe for a party or can be used as an appetizer. 1 large round pumpernickel loaf for bread bowl. You can substitute for a different bread if you wish. 2…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Scallion Miso Broth and Tofu
Healthy Recipe Note: You should be able to find most of these ingredients in a health food shop or specialty section in your supermarket. You can substitute the bok choy with any Asian greens. Dashi is available in powdered form in many health food stores or Asian stores. 1 bunch of scallions Large handful of…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Salsa Turkey Wraps
Easy Turkey Recipe 6 flour tortillas (8 inch size) 1 cup ranch dressing 1 cup chunky mild salsa 6 lettuce leaves 6 cheddar cheese slices 12 slices smoked turkey Spread each tortilla evenly with the salad dressing. Smooth the salsa over the top of the dressing. Place a lettuce leaf over the top of the…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Roast Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing and Homemade Gravy
For the Stuffing: 1/2 cup whole chestnuts or dried if you can’t find whole 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, peeled and minced 2 celery ribs, chopped 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 1 teaspoon dried sage 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 cooking apple, peeled, cored and thinly sliced 1 egg,…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Quick Chili Shrimp Pasta
Healthy Recipe This healthy quick pasta recipe is low fat and low GI. 2 cups of cooked, peeled, and ready to eat shrimp 1 clove garlic crushed 1 Tbsp de-seeded and chopped chili 1 Tbsp olive oil Juice of one lemon Fresh chopped parsley to garnish Salt and pepper to taste Whole wheat spaghetti for…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Pumpkin Pecan Muffins Recipe
2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2/3 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup pumpkin puree 2 eggs (beaten) 1/2 cup chopped pecans Directions: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt. Mix well. In a separate bowl,…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Pears and Pork Chops a la Sizzle
1/4 cup orange juice 2 teaspoon chopped fresh mint 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 large ripe pears, peeled and cubed 6 (1 inch thick) boneless pork chops 1 tablespoon freshly cracked pepper 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons salt 2 teaspoons dry mustard 1 shallot, chopped Instructions: Place the orange juice, mint,…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Orange Creamed Carrot Soup
Healthy Recipe This healthy and delicious soup recipe is low fat. 2 tablespoons of olive oil 3 leeks washed and sliced 1 lb carrots, washed, peeled and sliced 5 cups of vegetable stock Juice of two oranges Finely grated rind of two oranges 2/3 cup of plain low fat yogurt Salt and pepper to taste…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Orange and Cashew Couscous Salad
Healthy Recipe This healthy delicious salad recipe is low fat and low GI. For the Salad: 8 oz of apple juice 6 oz of couscous (dried) 1/2 red pepper, cored, seeded, and diced 4 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley 2 Tbsp chopped fresh mint 1 oz of raisins 2 oranges peeled, deseeded and cut into segments…
Keep Reading...Recipe – Mushroom Omelet
Healthy Low GI Recipe This healthy mushroom omelet recipe is great for a low GI diet and a low carb diet. 1 cup of trimmed and sliced mushrooms 8 large eggs 2 oz grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese 2 tablespoons butter Fresh parsley to garnish Salt and pepper to taste Add one tablespoon butter to…
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