Looking for some resources on parenting, families, or things to go? This is the page for you. Let us know of resources you are aware of that others may want to hear about. Books, events, websites.
Resources
WEBSITES
Want to find something kid and/or family friendly to do in Grand Rapids? This is the site to check. Updated regularly.
www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting
Focus on the Family's parenting website.
www.christianitytoday.com/momsense
Many know of MOPs (Mothers of Preschoolers). This is their website full of great parenting information.
www.portagelake.org
Portage Lake Covenant Bible Camp website.
BOOKS All of these books are available in the Children's Ministry office.
Raising Up Spiritual Champions by George Barna - An excellent book on the importance of our children's spiritual development at home and at church. Highly recommended.
Grace Based Parenting by Dr. Tim Kimmel
Never Mind the Joneses by Tim Stafford - A wonderful book about building core Christian values in a way that fits your family. Empowering!
OTHER RESOURCES
Passport to Purity A wonderful weekend away with your preteen to discuss the importance of purity. We have the CD's and journals available in our office so you don't need to purchase a new set. An excellent tool!
We have a number of resources to encourage spiritual growth as a family available in our office. Come check them out!
Got a good link we should know about? E-mail lmclaughlin@thornapple.org.