This past month I was in PEI teaching at a Mighty Man Advance with a group of fathers and sons. It was a powerful time to encounter the love of the Father and learn what it means to be mighty man of God. We had lots of fun activities and games designed to build a bond of adventure amongst the men. We wrapped up the event with all the men from the camp and welcomed each of the … [Read more...] about Building Strong Families in Canada: Fathering
The power of a father’s blessing
Last month we talked about the first four critical times of blessing in a child’s life. Each of those times of blessing answers the identity question ‘Who Am I’. Blessing at conception answers the identity question, “Am I welcome in this world?” Blessing in the womb answers the question, “Is there a safe place for me?” The third critical … [Read more...] about The power of a father’s blessing
The blessing of a Mother
Building Strong Families in Canada In an era where the very definition of family is undergoing profound transformation, the traditional family structure, as we have known it in Canada, finds itself under scrutiny and redefinition. As debates rage on about what constitutes a family, it becomes increasingly evident that the strength of a nation is tied to the strength of its … [Read more...] about The blessing of a Mother