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Are you smarter than a 4th grader, trumpet playing, Cinderella’s glass slipper, and plarn (7 Quick Takes)
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Are you smarter than a 4th grader, trumpet playing, Cinderella’s glass slipper, and plarn (7 Quick Takes)

Rita BuettnerSeptember 28, 20173 min read
Our older son gets to read a book of his choice for 20 minutes each night. I love that this week that homework assignment turned into reading aloud to his little brother.
A compassionate, Christian reflection on the death of Hugh Hefner
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A compassionate, Christian reflection on the death of Hugh Hefner

Christopher WestSeptember 28, 20176 min read
The headlines of the secular media announcing Hugh Hefner’s death are hailing him as a pioneer of free speech and sexual liberation. What should Christians think of the passing of one of the pioneers of the pornographic revolution?
Discerning the spirits
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Discerning the spirits

Richard DoerflingerSeptember 28, 20174 min read
In our rights-oriented society, “discrimination” is the worst accusation we can bring against someone. So it is important to explain what we mean by it.
Wrap mother-to-be in prayer
CommentaryThe Domestic Church

Wrap mother-to-be in prayer

Rita BuettnerSeptember 28, 20174 min read
Instead of baby showers, Rita Buettner has been throwing prayer gatherings for friends and relatives who are awaiting the arrival of their babies.
Question Corner: How often to anoint?/ Baptismal sponsors unsuitable
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Question Corner: How often to anoint?/ Baptismal sponsors unsuitable

Father Kenneth DoyleSeptember 26, 20174 min read
Father Doyle fields questions about how often one can be anointing and improper sponsors for baptism.
Our lucky 13th wedding anniversary
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Our lucky 13th wedding anniversary

Rita BuettnerSeptember 25, 20172 min read
How do you celebrate 13 years of marriage?
A Moving Story, Part 3: Moving Day
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A Moving Story, Part 3: Moving Day

Robyn BarberrySeptember 25, 20174 min read
Robyn Barberry continues her “moving saga” in part three of her blog series.
Swinging into fall, hats, the joy of soccer, prayer lives, and more (7 Quick Takes)
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Swinging into fall, hats, the joy of soccer, prayer lives, and more (7 Quick Takes)

Rita BuettnerSeptember 22, 20173 min read
Between soccer, Sunday School, and learning all the states in the U.S., we don’t have much free weekend time.
Technology: An unknown pilgrimage
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Technology: An unknown pilgrimage

Brett RobinsonSeptember 21, 20174 min read
This month marks a significant anniversary in the history of technology: It is the 10-year anniversary of the iPhone. Apple celebrated by unveiling yet another iPhone, this one called the iPhone X.

Making memories on an evening walk
CommentaryThe Domestic Church

Making memories on an evening walk

Rita BuettnerSeptember 21, 20173 min read
As a mother of two growing children, I’m getting used to following along behind. I want them to be cautious and hang back and stay young just a little while longer. But they see a wide open world ahead of them, without a danger in sight. They want to run free.
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