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Written by Dr. Joannie DeBrito, Family Support Specialist Oh boy! Here we go. It’s an election year and you might have noticed that we are being bombarded with opinions about every issue that is considered important in the minds of voters in the US. The same goes for other countries during an election year. As grandparents, […]

Written by Elaine McAllister, Author and Friend of Legacy Coalition For several years, I was a member of an unofficial yet exhausting group – The Gramma Sandwich Generation! I wasn’t alone. Others were caring for grandchildren and parents at the same time, but it takes a toll. We joyfully watch one generation gain independence while

Written by Harvey Eng, Prayer Warrior and Friend of Legacy Coalition Editor’s Note: Prayer is such a powerful privilege we have as Christians. The Most High God encourages us to come boldly to His throne of grace. Yet how many of us (if we were truthful) avail ourselves of this tremendous opportunity? It has been

Written by Terri Sherrow, Prayer Ministry Coordinator, Christian Grandparenting Network I was at a crossroads in my prayer life. While I prayed daily, my prayers were repetitious and too vague, especially for my grandson. In February 2017, my prayer was literally, “Well, here I am again, Lord, praying the same thing I did yesterday and

Written by Judy Douglass, Author, Blogger, and Podcaster It was June 2nd several years ago. Eighteen of us made a large circle in our Florida room. We each shared why we had come—a brief overview of our journey with a prodigal. What did we have in common? We each loved a prodigal—usually a child or

Written by Becky Danielson from M. Ed. Faith First Parent “Grandma and Grandpa, do you want to play with me?” It’s a common request grandparents hear from grandchildren. It’s an invitation to join in their world. From building with LegosTM on the bedroom floor to a game of pool, don’t miss out on your toddler

Written by Deborah Haddix, Writer, Speaker, and Christian Life Coach Part 1 of this blog shared the first five ideas for passing your legacy of hope in Christ to your grandchildren at Easter. In Part 2, you’ll find five more ideas! 6. Attend a Journey to the Cross/Stations of the Cross. Invite your grandchildren to

Written by Deborah Haddix, Writer, Speaker, and Christian Life Coach In Christ, because of who He is and what He has done, we who believe in Him have a living hope (1 Peter 1:3). A hope we want for our grandchildren. Before we dive into some practical ideas for passing along our legacy of hope,

Written by Sylvia Schroeder, blogger of When the House is Quiet My granddaughter sits on my lap. Church music plays in the background. Her soft blonde hair is pressed against my cheek while my lips move at the tip of her velvet ear. “This helps us remember that God loved us so much He gave

Written by Pastor George Posthumus, Associate Director of Pastors Division Two things are on my mind often when it comes to my grandchildren. First, maintaining a loving and grace-filled relationship with them. They need to hear expressions of love and kindness. Second, they need to hear me speak and talk about the Lord. While being