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Faith in the Family

Faith in the Family

Welcome to our Faith in the Family page.

Here you will find material to inspire, encourage and resource families to share faith together. We will also include information for those supporting families in their faith development.

Inspire

Jesus commended those who brought their children to him, and used children's qualities as an illustration of how to enter the kingdom of God.
This section will include Bible studies and reflections to inspire parents to nurture faith in the family.

If I had my child to raise all over again
I'd build self-esteem first and the house later..... to read more




Inspire: Downloadable resources Type Size
Dianne Loomans - Poem Word Document 92k
Bible verses on children and families Word Document 98k


Encourage

A central part of our Mothers' Union vision is:

"to encourage parents in their role to develop the faith of their children".

This section will include prayers, some written by children, and encouraging stories and articles.

There was once a young girl who asked her Grandma for a Bible Story book. Somewhat surprised, the Grandma checked that this was, indeed, what she wanted. "Oh yes." answered the girl emphatically. "Bible stories are good for you - like orange juice"..... to read more




Encourage: Downloadable resources Type Size
Faith in the Family article PDF File 141k
A&O AFIA article Word Document 72k
Childrens Prayers Word Document 98k
Prayers for Children at School PDF File 107k
Parenting PDF File 492k


Resource

Families benefit from practical ideas and suggestions as they enjoy family faith together.

This section will include recommended resources and activities to try as a family.

But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen....to read more




Resource: Downloadable resources Type Size
Family Activities Word Document 201k
Book review - Parenting children for a life of faith PDF File 117k

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