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Why Memorize Scripture?

Why Memorize Scripture? Why Memorize Scripture? By Jenna Townson  What song do you have stuck in your head this week? I marvel at what I can remember. Words from a song I haven’t heard in years can easily come to me when I hear its tune. I wish I could remember other things that easily.... Read More

The Value of CEF Internships

The Value of CEF Internships The Value of CEF Internships “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Kids hear this question even when they are little, but they feel the pressure more as they reach young adulthood.  Many are unaware of all the options available to them. Exposing young people to... Read More

Helping Weary Kids

Helping Weary Kids Helping Weary Kids by Rebecca Dwinell  Groans echoed off the walls of the gym. Coach Jose started counting to ten again while his students laid on the floor doing another plank. He had already been working them hard for about half an hour at gym class. They moaned and... Read More

Not Allowed to Go to Church

Not Allowed to Go to Church Not Allowed to Go to Church by Deb Hane  Where I grew up, most people were connected with one of the more than ten different churches in town. Church played a big part in the social network and was considered the place to help raise good kids. But our cultural view... Read More

Teach Kids About Spiritual Gifts

Teach Kids About Spiritual Gifts Teach Kids About Spiritual Gifts by Mark Shaw  Have you ever daydreamed about being exceptionally talented at something, like singing or sprinting, but you know you just weren’t given the gift or proper training to get good at it? Chances are your kids imagine being... Read More