Category Connect
Connected Families is Building Community on SOCIAL MEDIA
Thanks to your support and engagement, Connected Families has become more than a library of programs and resources for parents. We are a community. AND we are transforming communities. Did you know when you take our Discipline That Connects with…
Connected Families is Building Community in SMALL GROUPS
Thanks to your support and engagement, Connected Families has become more than a library of programs and resources for parents. We are a community. AND we are transforming communities. Today we are exploring how Connected Families is building community in…
Want to Build a Connected Family? Be Intentional! | Ep. 84
As parents we long to build a connected family. Connection. We all long for genuine, connected relationships. It’s how God wired us. It makes sense that, when this element is lacking in our relationships, it can cause us to feel…
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Self-Affirmation for Kids: A Fun Idea to Build Your Child’s Inner Confidence
The Simple Way We Taught Our Kids to Value What They Did Well
Connected Families Is Building Community in SCHOOLS
We continue to hear how the Connected Families community has helped parents feel less alone. Have you ever wondered if the resources we offer would be a good fit for your school, small group, non-profit, or extended family? During this…
Dear Exhausted Mom, Here’s Why You Might Say “Yes” When Your Child Begs You to Play
As a parent, you probably know something about the relentless requests of children. For a host of reasons, often these requests get especially aimed at moms. Get around a group of women, and chances are you’ll find at least one…
An Honest Conversation About Adoption | Ep. 81
Many of the families in the Connected Families community were formed through adoption. This month, during National Adoption Awareness Month, we look more closely at how the Connected Families Framework can be applied to children who joined their family through…
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Here’s How to Seize the Opportunity When Your Child Feels Distant
“My daughter is distant from me.” How often have parents repeated these words? Or maybe it’s your son that is emotionally distant these days. The truth is, all relationships hit low points at times. For some kids, distance is their…
The Key to Unlocking Wisdom and Responsibility in Kids | Ep. 77
Your child is misbehaving and you just want it to, “Stop!” You want to bring some control to the situation. Emotions escalate. The key to unlocking a Christ-like identity, wisdom, and responsibility in your kids is not a method or a…
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How to Be Safe for Your Kids | Ep. 76
It’s normal to feel stuck in the frustration of trying to “fix” your child’s behavior. Despite exploring numerous parenting resources and methods, does your heart still feel unsettled? Like you, many other parents feel the same way. Patterns of control,…
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