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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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Children are Affected – Why Mom’s Mood Matters
As moms, we have much power over our family and our home. Moms typically establish the mood in the home. We have only a few minutes to set the tone when we wake up our children in the morning… When they come home from school… And when we pick them up from an activity. Do you want…
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Strong Willed Children: Finding the Positive
“Mrs. Smith , could you please come and get your son, he is not listening… again.” Oh Lord, why was this happening again? This was the third time in a two week period alone that my son’s “strong willed” behavior had me called out. Frustration, hurt, sadness, and disappointment all whirled within my soul at…
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Failed. Again.
My oldest daughter appeared to be purposefully aggravating her sister so I spoke to her about it. My daughter answered me back. I responded back to her and before very long, we were arguing with each other, until, that is, I lost it and angrily ended our conversation. Who was in the wrong? We both…
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Homeschool Planning Tips
This is the time of year that many of us like to plan for the upcoming homeschool year. For many years, I would go to the state convention, pour over catalogs, read books, and get chatty with my homeschool mama pals. Having now graduated two of my students with a third in tow, I think…
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Importance of Mom Photo Contest: Winner Receives a $200 Target Gift Card!
Note: This post is part of a compensated campaign with brightpeak financial. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of Moms of Faith. I love the month of May because it always reminds me to take pause from whatever personal whirlwind I’m in and say thanks to my mom for all the things she’s done for…
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Home Decorating: Out with the Old
I am not an expert in home decorating, but I know what I like when I see it. Over the past five years of marriage, my husband and I have established our own sort of style, and collected pieces that correlate. Much like in my clothes, I tend towards classic pieces; I love trends but…
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The Power of Prayer in Parenting a Teen
Sometimes when you’re parenting a teen, you have to dig deep for ideas… And I have found prayers to be the most powerful tool. My oldest son was a sophomore in high school when our relationship began to suffer. He had the ability to drive, and with his busy school and extra curricular schedule, we…
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Let Nothing Be Wasted
I may actually be the biggest sap in the whole world. If I see someone crying across the room, I tear up; I don’t even have to know them, or why they’re upset. If you ever need someone to cry with you, I am your woman. My tears are on constant standby. In general, I’m…
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Quinoa Goes Greek Salad Recipe
No, it’s not called “qui-noah.” Although it looks like that. It’s called “keen-wa”–and it’s a power-packed little grain that I adore. I wish I could say I have an adventurous palate, but I’ve got a fairly tame one. I still don’t veer too far from the beaten path. Luckily, quinoa is a virtually flavorless vehicle for…
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7 Simple Beauty Tips For Spring
Spring is finally here! The season’s colorful blossoms, warm temperatures, bright sunshine, and longer days are a welcome delight. The pleasures of spring often cultivate a desire for all things new; so this the perfect time to give your beauty routine a refreshing overhaul. Check out these 7 simple beauty tips for spring. They’re easy…
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