During Advent, our minister has given the above title to his sermon series. He reminded us again this morning that Jesus has already come and has promised to come again, but in the meantime He is available in our lives TODAY! Much like Jesus, our KHUSA children need to know that we are available to them today. I […]
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Here’s a Christmas game to try that will help build vocabulary and critical thinking skills, all while having fun together! Here’s what you do… 1- Purchase 2 Santa Hats at your local dollar store so both you and your child can wear one. They will love being silly with you! 2- Next, write different words
The new book has not yet arrived as promised so some reflections on the season. Did you know that Isaiah predicted the coming of Jesus 750 years before his birth? I have always tuned into the 39 chapters of Isaiah that talk about the judgment on Israel for their many sins. Did you know that
The holidays lead to a wide variety of feelings for everyone, but especially children who deal with stress and grief due to poverty and family issues. You can be a bright source of joy that is based on true hope, peace, and love. In your hours with your mentees leading up to the winter break:
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Help your kids learn about money with this simple idea.Your child will enjoy sorting the different coins and then counting the money with your help.
I just received a letter from one of the missionaries we support. In the Muslim country in which he serves, the people are very curious about the American holiday called Thanksgiving. He has the wonderful opportunity to share how those who founded our country were thankful to the Almighty God for the blessings He has
We’ve ended our previous book study and I thought it would be best to take a break during this Thanksgiving week before we start a new study. This week has been an interesting paradox for our family. Rejoicing over the nearing completion of a two month-long major house remodel, but sadness as a neighbor and
Here’s a fun craft that you can make with your child this Christmas Season. Look for the letters in their name and hot glue it on to a wooden scrabble tray. Add a ribbon and you are done! This is an easy activity and is a great reminder that their name is special, just like
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Dickson wisely points out that given our differing genetically determined personalities, some of us are capable of more humility than others. That being said, we all add to our humility quotient if we develop greater depth in the following 6 areas: 1. Ponder the aesthetic quality and beauty of humility. 2. Reflect on the lives of
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Children need advocates. You advocate for children by building caring relationships with children. You have the legal responsibility to advocate for children by reporting child abuse. You have the moral responsibility to report suspected abuse in order to stop the abuse and prevent the abuse of other children by the abuser. Warning Signs of Abuse
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