All Seasons, holidays and celebrations articles
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Article4 ideas for Christian parents feeling low as the days get darker
As the nights draw in, we can want to hibernate and wake up in spring - Dawn Kay suggest 4 ways to keep going if it feels tough this autumn
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ArticleWhy Christian parents should think carefully about Halloween and its origins
Hope Bonarcher is concerned that many parents don’t think seriously enough about the dark background to Halloween
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ArticleShould Christian families celebrate Halloween? The case for
Lisa Skinner finds that participating constructively in Halloween presents lots of opportunities to engage with friends, neighbours and the wider local community
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ArticleShould Christian families celebrate Halloween? The case against
Kate Orson sees very real dangers in Halloween and urges Christian families not to participate
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Article10 ways Christian parents can provide an alternative Halloween for children with additional needs
Halloween poses specific challenges for youth and children with additional needs - Mark Arnold proposes 10 ways to deal with the issues that arise at this season
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ArticleNavigating Halloween with kids through chocolate, conversation and Jesus
Halloween doesn’t have to be about fear or darkness, Lindsay Wright has found that chocolate slabs and Bible verses can spark meaningful chats with kids
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Article5 ways Christian parents can redeem autumn in the lives of their youth and children
Autumn might not be everyone’s favourite season but Gareth Crispin provides reasons for this season to be a great opportunity for spiritual reflection in our families
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ArticleHow Christian families can help shine a light this Halloween
Whether you prefer to host a party, join a trail or simply open your door with kindness, Shelley Logan says there are so many ways Christian families can bring light to their neighbourhoods this Halloween
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ArticleBig Church Festival should be on your family’s ‘to do’ list for 2026
Dawn Kay went to Big Church Festival this summer with her family and was seriously impressed
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Article6 tracks for Christian parents to add to their family car play list this summer
Michael J Tinker suggests 6 great Christian songs that will help families praise and worship down the motorway
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Article'Read-alouds’ - the simple but effective way for Christian parents to help form faith this summer
Victoria Beech suggests an easy way to make good use of the summer weeks
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ArticleSummer glow-up or comparison burnout: The perfection trap for young people
In summertime, social media floods with images of ‘glow-ups’, smoothie cleanses, intense workouts, miracle beauty products, and wellness routines promising an idealised version of health and happiness. At first glance, setting a goal of becoming healthier and happier seems harmless. But scratch beneath the surface, and you’ll quickly see that the wellness industry, far from being about well-being, is a multi-billion-pound machine built on selling us the promise of improvement while profiting off our insecurities. The cost of buying into this cycle, financially, emotionally, and mentally, is significant, and it’s time we ask: who’s really ……
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ArticleHoly habits for the school holidays: Helping your family stay close to God this summer
The rhythms and routines of mealtimes, school runs, work, clubs, and activities – though sometimes monotonous – are the familiar patterns that give our lives structure, help things stay on track and often provide small pockets of peace and predictability in busy family life. It’s within these routines that we can make space for God and discipling our children.
