Fwd: Boletín de septiembre 2013



---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: USCCB - Por Tu Matrimonio <portumatrimonio@gmail.com>
Date: 2013/9/1
Subject: Boletín de septiembre 2013
To: billcoffin68@gmail.com


¡Hola! Usted está recibiendo este correo electrónico porque ha manifestado interés en USCCB y Por Tu Matrimonio. ¡No se olvide de añadir portumatrimonio@gmail.com a su libreta de contactos para que lleguemos a su bandeja de entrada!
 
You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails.

1 de septiembre de 2013

Queridos amigas y amigos:

  

Antes de despedirnos de este Año de la Fe, dedicaremos esta edición a celebrar la Biblia como luz y guía del matrimonio y la familia. Les ofreceremos consejos e ideas para alimentar su vida conyugal y familiar con la Palabra de Dios y beneficiarse de la fuerza que la fe brinda para superar los retos de la vida. Todo esto, recordando también con orgullo nuestros valores hispanos de profundas raíces católicas, en conmemoración del mes de la herencia hispana.

 

¡Deja que Por Tu Matrimonio te ayude a lograr estos propósitos!

   

Muchas familias desean compartir la Palabra de Dios pero no saben cómo. Esta edición de la Biblia ofrece recursos para alimentar el matrimonio y familia desde nuestro contexto hispano.
PTMAug.6

La Biblia, fuente de esperanza y fe para el matrimonio

Regálense el tiempo de leer y compartir juntos la Palabra de Dios para llevar paz e inspiración a su matrimonio y familia.
PTM.Sept2

Cuatro pasos para rezar con su cónyuge

El fruto que brotará de esta sencilla rutina de oración profundizará su amor mutuo y su amor por Dios.
June4.2012

Espiritualidad y fe

La clave del matrimonio está en imitar la donación sincera y total de Jesús en la cruz en todo lo que hacemos por nuestro cónyuge.

 
Oct.PTM4

El Matrimonio y el Ministerio Familiar entre los católicos hispanos/latinos

Acercarse a la comunidad de fe aumenta sus posibilidades de alcanzar prosperidad emocional, económica y social.

 

 
NOTICIAS y ARTICULOS

  

El Papa Francisco pide a las familias que sean transmisoras de la fe

Durante la Semana Nacional de la Familia 2013, el Papa pide a los padres cultivar "prácticas comunes de fe en la familia que acompañen el crecimiento en la fe de los hijos". 

 

El matrimonio: entre crisis y belleza

El problema actual no es la crisis de los matrimonios, sino la crisis de la fe que aleja al hombre y la mujer de Dios haciéndoles olvidar que son criaturas que se realizan solo donándose total y desinteresadamente.

 

Anécdotas de familia

Vivir en familia es una experiencia única y maravillosa. La convivencia familiar es, en general, espontánea, jovial y segura, dando lugar a chistes, anécdotas, sorpresas, cuentos, juegos, historias, aprendizajes y ocurrencias de todo tipo.

 

Homilía del Obispo Noonan en la Conferencia de Matrimonios 2013

Los cónyuges, al compartir el Sacramento del Matrimonio, comparten el amor de Dios: "Este es el amor que Cristo (...) revela del modo más íntimo cuando se ofrece en la Cruz por ti y por mí. Esta es la expresión más poderosa del amor. Es el sacrificarse por el otro", pronunció el Obispo.

 

La familia es la imagen más perfecta de la Santísima Trinidad (Página 2)

A través del matrimonio, Dios invita a los esposos a trabajar en la construcción del Reino de Dios y a reproducir su propia imagen en los hijos, el fruto y bendición que Dios brinda a los esposos.

BLOG

 

Sin vergüenza

La Biblia es el recurso fundamental para el encuentro de la familia y sociedad con Jesús. ¡Acepta el reto de llevar tu Biblia a todos lados sin vergüenzas ni temores!

 

Las tentaciones de Jesús en el hombre de hoy

Eduquemos a nuestros hijos en todo aquello que se puede y no se puede tener, así estemos en el país de las oportunidades.

VIDEOS

 

Matrimonios sanos, familias sanas

Cuando los padres cumplen su tarea evangelizadora, convierten su hogar y familia en Iglesia Doméstica. 

Find us on Facebook

Visita nuestra página de Facebook

Sigue en contacto con nosotros en Facebook para formar matrimonios sanos y felices. ¡Matrimonios que inspiren!

www.portumatrimonio.org  

 

Sugerencias: Envíen sus preguntas y comentarios a portumatrimonio@gmail.com 
Este mensaje de correo electrónico fue enviado a billcoffin68@gmail.com, por portumatrimonio@gmail.com |  
USCCB | 3211 Fourth Street NE | Washington | DC | 20017-1194

FW: Monday Morning Marriage Lift - August 27, 2013




A FREE resource to help you grow your marriage!  

August 27, 2013

Four Hurdles To Your Adult Child's Independence  

by Dr. Gary Chapman

 

 

As parents, we want our children to reach a point in life where they can function independently of us.  Having done the hard work of parenting, we look forward to the time when we can enjoy the fruit of our labors, watch out children follow their own dreams while we explore new horizons ourselves.  It is the way life is designed - children are born to become adults.<!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shapetype id="_x0000_t75" coordsize="21600,21600" o:spt="75" o:preferrelative="t" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" filled="f" stroked="f"> <v:stroke joinstyle="miter" /> <v:formulas> <v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0" /> <v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0" /> <v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1" /> <v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2" /> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth" /> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight" /> <v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1" /> <v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2" /> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth" /> <v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0" /> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight" /> <v:f eqn="sum @10 21600 0" /> </v:formulas> <v:path o:extrusionok="f" gradientshapeok="t" o:connecttype="rect" /> <o:lock v:ext="edit" aspectratio="t" /> </v:shapetype><v:shape id="_x0000_s1026" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JOtR6sk77UzToGmArmnqraSh5RpdVygBS_HuPDwG0QfT0UBmSemjK1S7Iwf6k4ZJFRgxRy6lzeiIeHoRJHzwoWFsewLIJ1lkXdeQEPiy6n_Mkzqt8l1Z_PnZAoqGv8pFKG-553gBQ9VqyLPTr4SWl2qdvnfdBPXWzZo7f_7lLe2ekT4-iT3OsumNRUh8t4yk" target=""_blank"" style='position:absolute;margin-left:68.8pt;margin-top:0;width:120pt;height:281.25pt;z-index:251658240;mso-wrap-distance-left:3.75pt;mso-wrap-distance-top:3.75pt;mso-wrap-distance-right:3.75pt;mso-wrap-distance-bottom:3.75pt;mso-position-horizontal:right;mso-position-horizontal-relative:text;mso-position-vertical-relative:line' o:allowoverlap="f" o:button="t"> <v:imagedata src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs190/1102372201886/img/425.jpg" /> <w:wrap type="square"/> </v:shape><![endif]-->

However in contemporary Western culture it is not uncommon to find young adults with serious problems which impede their independence.  Parenting your adult child can be painful and can be extremely stressful on your marriage.   

   

Four of the most common hurdles to independence are: depression, uncontrolled anger, alcohol and drug abuse, and overwhelming debt.   

 

How do you recognize the symptoms, and where do you turn for help?  How do you help your adult child without being controlling and how do you keep your marriage strong when you disagree on what to do for your adult child.  It's hard work, but seeing your adult child become independent is worth the effort.

 

Read the rest of this article...here. 

 

 

Content written by Dr. Gary Chapman based on the book, How To Really Love Your Adult Child published by Northfield Publishing.  

 

 

 

 

The Danger of "Escalation"

by Roy Milan

 

Escalation occurs when partners respond back and forth negatively to each other, continually upping the ante while the conversation gets more and more volatile. Even just a minor negative comment can increase the level of arousal and soon a small disagreement escalates into a major fight.

 

Escalation can develop over something as small as not putting the lid back on the toothpaste, or eating the last chocolate chip cookie. As the conversation revs up, partners start to become more and more aroused. Then before they know it, they are saying mean things to and about one another. Frequently spouses bring up the "D" word with threats to end the relationship. 

 

As emotions escalate, verbal communication often deteriorates, and unwary spouses can start hurling words that hurt each other and damage the feelings of love and closeness they once had.  

  

Reckless words pierce like a sword. 

Proverbs 12:18

  

Oneness and intimacy can be shattered quickly by a few reckless words, and

We recommend this resource!!

when that happens, the marriage relationship is damaged severely. The research shows that those couples whose  marriages failed, frequently exhibited this pattern of escalation, allowing conversations to  escalate and spin out of control. 

 

On the other hand, the research shows that successful couples whose marriages last, are less prone to let conversations escalate into damaging interactions. With these couples, if a conversation starts to escalate, they are able to steer out of the tailspin before it ends up in a full-blown crash. 

 

You may be thinking, "Well we don't fight like cats and dogs, like that." And while that may be true, your marriage could still be at risk to this factor in another more subtle way.  

  

Escalation is not always dramatic. 

  

Voices don't have to be raised for couples to get into a cycle of returning negative for negative.  Conversations over paying the rent, taking out the garbage, running errands that result in muttering to oneself, rolling your eyes, or throwing up your hands can also be examples of escalation. Even a casual conversation with your spouse can take a sharp turn and go the wrong direction if you let it. The good news is, you don't have to let it.

 

Read the rest of this article - here.

 

Written by Roy Milan.  Mr. Milan is a marriage counselor and educator located in Houston, TX.  For more, visit www.marriageministry.org.

 

 

 

 

Visit the MVine Bookstore

 


Heart Verses for This Week

 

 

 

Make me to know 

your ways, O Lord;

 

teach me your paths. 

Lead me in your truth and teach me,
    for you are the God of my salvation;
    for you I wait all the day long.

 

Remember your mercy, O Lord, and your steadfast love,
    for they have been from of old.  

Remember not the sins of my youth or my transgressions;  

according to your steadfast love remember me, for the sake of your goodness, O Lord!

 

Psalm 25:4-7

 

 


DATE IDEAS


  

QUICK ROAD TRIP 

 

 Road trips don't always have to be extravagant. Drive to a nearby neighborhood. When you get to an intersection, one of you will say "straight," "left" or "right." At the next intersection, the other person will decide. Continue for as long as you like. Enjoy this time exploring your surroundings and creating memories as a couple.  

 

 

PICK A NEW DINNER SPOT

 

 Do an Internet search of restaurants in or near your neighborhood. Try some place neither of you have eaten at before. This is a fun way to explore different cuisines - you may even find a new favorite! 

 

THRIFT STORE MAKEOVER

 

Go to a local thrift store and pick out a piece of furniture (bookcase, end table, picture frame, etc.). Next, buy a can of spray paint to match your find to your house's style. Sand down the surface of your purchase, paint it and let it dry. You'll then have a new piece of decor that looks good as new - and it costs next to nothing!  

 

  

 

 

 

Heart

2

Heart Questions

 

 

As your spouse, how can I better nurture our relationship?

 

What does "quality time" mean to you?

 

What are three occupations that you could never do? Why?

 

What is your biggest goal for the new year? In what ways can I help you achieve this?

 

What is your favorite part of the Christmas story? Why?

 

 

 

 

Forward this email

MarriageVine | 6711 W. 121st Street | Suite 101 | Overland Park | KS | 66209

 

Fwd: A once in a lifetime experience, now buy one get one free.

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: FamilyLife <email@familylife.com>
Date: Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 9:04 AM
Subject: A once in a lifetime experience, now buy one get one free.
To: Bill Coffin <billcoffin68@gmail.com>


Having trouble reading this email? View it online
FamilyLife
FamilyLife presents weekend to remember
BUY ONE registration GET ONE FREE if you register by midnight CST 9/16/2103.
Now $74.99 per person. Regular rate is $149.99 per person.
Use promotional code BOGO.

The Weekend to Remember® Marriage Getaway Teaches Couples How To:

  • Understand God's blueprint for marriage
  • Improve communication
  • Resolve conflict
  • Connect with each other more intimately

Lansdowne Resort

11/22/2013 thru 11/24/2013
Lansdowne
Lansdowne Resort
44050 Woodridge Pkwy, Lansdowne, VA 20176

Get registered

Colonial Williamsburg Lodge

11/22/2013 thru 11/24/2013
Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg Lodge
310 S England St, Williamsburg, VA 23185-4266

Get registered

Wyndham Virginia Crossings Hotel

12/06/2013 thru 12/08/2013
Richmond (Glen Allen)
Wyndham Virginia Crossings Hotel
1000 Virginia Center Parkway, Glen Allen, VA 23059

Get registered

register now

$74.99per person  (regularly $149.99 per person)
Promo Code: BOGO Offer expires 9/16/13

WTR 2013 IMAGE
96% of past guests agree Weekend to Remember® had a positive impact on their marriage.


You are receiving this enewsletter because of your expressed interest in FamilyLife.

To stop receiving messages about key FamilyLife issues, click the "Remove yourself from this mailing" link below.
To manage all other FamilyLife emails and enewsletters, click the "Remove yourself from all mailings from FamilyLife" link below.

FamilyLife is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and all gifts are tax deductible as allowed by law. You are currently subscribed as:billcoffin68@gmail.com

To contact us, click here or write to FamilyLife, 5800 Ranch Drive, Little Rock, AR 72223.

Copyright ©2013 by FamilyLife®. All Rights Reserved.



To prevent mailbox filters from deleting mailings from FamilyLife, add email@familylife.com to your address book.

Remove yourself from this mailing.

Remove yourself from all mailings from FamilyLife.

Fwd: Marriage Moment: Used Produce and Other Surprises

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: "Better Marriages" <phunt@bettermarriages.org>
Date: Aug 24, 2013 9:26 AM
Subject: Marriage Moment: Used Produce and Other Surprises
To: "Bill Coffin" <billcoffin68@gmail.com>
Cc:

Better Marriages Marriage Moments

Marriage Moment #27: "Used" Produce & Other Surprises

Each week you will receive a conversation starter - a simple weekly dialogue which will make it easy for you to share with each other. Let these dialogues help you grow your relationship to a new level of intimacy.

 

 "Used" Produce & Other Surprises  

couple talking

We head directly for the “clearance” section of the produce department when we go shopping. We have found an unexpected source of adventure—the “just right” mango or papaya, bananas we don’t need to wait to ripen, baby artichokes cheap enough to buy, fennel bulb, and celery root.  Some items are things we have never tried before. Perhaps we have read about them or seen them on television. Culinary adventures are waiting for us if we open our eyes.

Marital adventures are, too! How about visiting a church on vacation? Finding a new place to walk? Scheduling a marriage enrichment cruise? Opening the newspaper weekly entertainment guide and picking one wild and crazy or maybe just brand new thing to do or place to visit together?  Like the exotic produce we have incorporated into our meals, you may find new ways to experience and enjoy each other.

MAKE TIME to find an adventure with your mate!

Talk over your craziest ideas knee to knee.* Brainstorm—listen.

OR JUST GO and see what happens.

 

*Face each other, hold hands, make eye contact and give each other undivided attention.

 

Copyright 2012 Eddie and Sylvia Robertson, Better Marriages Certified Trainer Couple. To order the book, Wonderful Wednesdays, visit www.BetterMarriages.org.
Connect with us!

Connect with us on Facebook Subscribe to our Twitter feed Connect with us on LinkedIn Watch our YouTube videos
Visit our website
You've received this email because you signed up or made a purchase at http://www.bettermarriages.org
Better Marriages • 502 N Broad Street,Winston Salem, NC 27101 • 1.800.634.8325 • www.bettermarriages.org



If you no longer wish to receive communication from us:
Cancel

To update your contact information:
Update



Better Marriages

P.O. Box 21374
Winston-Salem, NC
27120
US

Fwd: People For Others

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: People For Others <lpwebteam@loyolapress.com>
Date: Fri, Aug 23, 2013 at 8:06 AM
Subject: People For Others
To: billcoffin68@gmail.com


People For Others

Wisdom Story – 164

Posted: 22 Aug 2013 09:00 PM PDT

TR001658Another story brought to us by Lynda.

A Zen Teacher saw five of his students return from the market, riding their bicycles. When they had dismounted, the teacher asked the students, “Why are you riding your bicycles?”

The first student replied, “The bicycle is carrying this sack of potatoes. I am glad that I do not have to carry them on my back!” The teacher praised the student, saying, “You are a smart boy. When you grow old, you will not walk hunched over, as I do.”

The second student replied, “I love to watch the trees and fields pass by as I roll down the path.” The teacher commended the student, “Your eyes are open and you see the world.”

The third student replied, “When I ride my bicycle, I am content to chant, nam myoho renge kyo.” The teacher gave praise to the third student, “Your mind will roll with the ease of a newly trued wheel.”

The fourth student answered, “Riding my bicycle, I live in harmony with all beings.” The teacher was pleased and said, “You are riding on the golden path of non-harming.”

The fifth student replied, “I ride my bicycle to ride my bicycle.” The teacher went and sat at the feet of the fifth student, and said, “I am your disciple.”

Source

 
You are subscribed to email updates from People For Others
To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now.		 Email delivery powered by Google
Google Inc., 20 West Kinzie, Chicago IL USA 60610

Fwd: Latest Scoops on Healthy Marriage Links and Clips



---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Scoop.it <noreply@postmaster.scoop.it>
Date: Thu, Aug 22, 2013 at 8:09 PM
Subject: Latest Scoops on Healthy Marriage Links and Clips
To: billcoffin68@gmail.com


Powered by Scoop.it

Fwd: Just Released: 2013-14 ACC Schedule

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Maryland Men's Basketball <terptix@umd.edu>
Date: Thu, Aug 22, 2013 at 3:29 PM
Subject: Just Released: 2013-14 ACC Schedule
To: billcoffin68@gmail.com


Copyright 2013, University of Maryland Athletics. The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. No logos, photographs or graphics in this email may be reproduced without written permission. All rights reserved.

Terrapin Club - 2707 Comcast Center - College Park, MD 20742

Forward to a Friend  |  Modify Your Email Preferences or Unsubscribe

FacebookTwitter

Fwd: [New post] Marriage Challenge: The Hidden Seam

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Do Not Disturb <comment-reply@wordpress.com>
Date: Thu, Aug 22, 2013 at 9:02 AM
Subject: [New post] Marriage Challenge: The Hidden Seam
To: bill@relationshipsca.org


Do Not Disturb posted: "Lime Green. That's the color I chose to mend a small hole in the pocket of Justin's shorts. There's no particular reason that I used green instead of white, the color of the pocket, but I did. As I did so, I was reminded of the secretive nature of marr"
Respond to this post by replying above this line

New post on Do Not Disturb

Marriage Challenge: The Hidden Seam

by Do Not Disturb

Lime Green.

That's the color I chose to mend a small hole in the pocket of Justin's shorts. There's no particular reason that I used green instead of white, the color of the pocket, but I did. As I did so, I was reminded of the secretive nature of marriage. The things that happen in a marriage that are unknown to any other. The hidden seams that make a marriage strong.

With my words, I can tear down or build up.

With my actions, I can bless or ignore.

With my attitude, I can invite or reject.

Marriage is a journey of hidden things. The hidden things we can do for our spouse without their ever even knowing it. The hidden things we do with and for one another that others are not permitted to know. The information that is shared, the inside jokes, the passion, the things that are hidden.

Today's marriage challenge is this: Spend a few moments to think about the "hidden seams" in your marriage. The areas where you can bless your spouse without their ever knowing. The intimate moments you share together to which the rest of the world is not privy. Invest in the hidden seams of your marriage and you will be stronger when you are together as well as when you are apart.

 

"Marriage has the power to set the course of your life as a whole. If your marriage is strong, even if all the circumstances in your life around you are filled with trouble and weakness, it won't matter. You will be able to move out into the world in strength.” Timothy Keller, The Meaning of Marriage

Do Not Disturb | August 22, 2013 at 8:02 am | Tags: marriage, marriage challenge | Categories: DoNotDisturbBlog | URL: http://wp.me/p25sTn-IA

Comment    See all comments    Like

Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions.

Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser:
http://donotdisturbblog.com/2013/08/22/marriage-challenge-the-hidden-seam/

Thanks for flying with WordPress.com

Fwd: 12 Most Important Metrics for your Child's (and your) Education

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: The Radical Life <matt@theradicallife.org>
Date: Wed, Aug 21, 2013 at 6:12 PM
Subject: 12 Most Important Metrics for your Child's (and your) Education
To: billcoffin68@gmail.com



12 Most Important Metrics for your Child's (and your) Education


We worry a lot about "education" in this country. On a political level we bicker and argue about why one state's math scores are higher than another's. And at home, we put our kids through a heck of a lot (and we sacrifice a lot) to make sure they pass their tests, know how to read and write, and can regurgitate their multiplication tables. We even stress about whether they are able to do so at the right age, or whether they are 6 months ahead or behind the other kids.

And all of that is important - but it's nowhere near as important as a lot of other things in life that end up getting a lot less attention.

When my kids are grown, it won't really matter if they got an A or a B in 7th grade history. It won't really matter how far they can hit a baseball. It won't really even matter much if they've made a lot of money or been "successful" according to the world. What will matter much more is this:

  1. Are they humble - not that they think less of themselves, but that they think of themselves less.
  2. Do they know how to be loved - are they humble and secure enough to be vulnerable.
  3. Are they at peace - which means knowing who they are.
  4. Are they filled with joy  - because they live with a hope that transcends this short life.
  5. Do they know they are small - that the world is not about them.
  6. Do they know they are giants - that, to somebody, they mean the whole world.
  7. Are they adventurous - willing to embrace a faith that will take them beyond the prison of their own limits.
  8. Are they imaginative - able to see that the best parts of life cannot be measured or touched.
  9. Do they embrace the moment - knowing that the present moment is the only moment they'll ever have.
  10. Are they virtuous - aspiring to the best parts of their nature.
  11. Do they know how to give generously - because to give of yourself is the only way to find yourself.
  12. Do they know how to love  - because this is what they were made to do (and because I've shown them by loving them every day unconditionally and by introducing them to a God who loves them perfectly).

This is what I'd like my kids to learn. This is what "success" looks like. This is what I'd like them to "want to be when they grow up." Everything else with the classes and the homework and the tests and the career path is all bonus.

You can earn a college degree without learning a single one of these things - and these are far more important life lessons. But, ultimately, if my kids don't learn them, it's nobody's fault but mine.


***

Please jump into the convo with us on Twitter or Facebook. 

***


By Matthew Warner

Click here to view or share this post.

Last week's post: That hurtful, really annoying person in your life


Subscribe to the Radical Life on Facebook | Twitter | Email
10800 Gosling Rd #130594, The Woodlands, TX 77393

Unsubscribe | Change Subscriber Options

Fwd: MONTHLY MM's & PP's - SEPTEMBER 2013



---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Susan Vogt <susanvogt1@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Aug 19, 2013 at 7:08 AM
Subject: MONTHLY MM's & PP's - SEPTEMBER 2013
To: billcoffin68@gmail.com


New Banner
Marriage Moments & Parenting Pointers

SEPTEMBER- 2013

 

Family heart

 

I offer you these tidbits of wisdom as prayer prompts to remind you (and your constituents) of the sacredness of marriage vows and the value of every child. The commitment to love a spouse forever, and the generous gift of life parents offer a child are indeed spiritual under-takings and cannot be done alone. May the God of Love be with you and your work.


*FOR MORE extended marriage and parenting articles, plus archived Marriage Moments and Parenting Pointers, go to: www.SusanVogt.net
 
*BLOG: Living Lightly.

*TWITTER:@Vogt_Susan

*EDUCATORS, LEADERS, & MINISTERS: You are welcome to reprint these MM's and PP's in bulletins, newsletters, and on your website with proper credit, ("By Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net")
When used on a website, please also link to my website: 

*To SUBSCRIBE, click here.

  

*ESPAÑOL: Para opciones en español clic aqui.

*To UNSUBSCRIBE, click "Safe Unsubscribe" below.

 

Forward to a Friend 

Dear Bill ,
Below are your Marriage Moments and Parenting Pointers for September. 

 

NOTE:  The last week of August marks the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington and Martin Luther King's I Have A Dream speech. My September Family Enrichment activity, Erasing Racism, reminds us of the need to respect people of all races. Click here to read the Catholic Bishop's statement on this anniversary.
MARRIAGE MOMENTS*

 

536. Sept.2: (Labor Day) "All work and no play make Jack a dull boy" - and a spouse boring. On this Labor Day, use a labor saving device (washer, microwave, car, blender, etc.) to save some time and do something playful with your honey. Pray for (and thank) those who worked to make your life easier.

 

537. Sept. 9: "Who can know God's counsel..." (Wisdom 9:13) The wisdom of God is sometimes only recognized in hindsight. Although your beloved is not God, he/she has probably said some pretty wise things over the years. What's a bit of wisdom you've learned from your spouse?

 

538. Sept. 16: Are you a perfectionist? It's natural to want to do a good job but don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good. If your spouse advises you to "Lighten up" it might be good counsel. Marriage and parenting are tough jobs.

 

539. Sept. 23: Does your spouse accuse you of being irresponsible? Sometimes you might just have different personality styles, but sometimes it may carry a tad of truth. Even if it hurts, don't ignore the criticism but try to see what truth might be behind the charge. Take one step toward self-improvement.

 

540. Sept. 30: Marriage Challenge: Careers are often at their height when couples are also in their active parenting stage. It's hard to balance both. Try your best but when all is done don't beat yourselves up for any parenting regrets. You can't change the past. Work on making the future better.

 
*Marriage Moments go out to individuals on Mondays. For Sunday bulletins use the Sunday immediately before the above date. 

PARENTING POINTERS*

 

536. Sept. 6: Jesus worked many miracles. You may not be a miracle worker but each human life is like a miracle. Ask each person in your family, what miracle they would work, if they had the power. Pray for miracles.

 

537. Sept. 13: Getting kids to help clean: One parent said, "Sometimes I tape money to the bottom of some wastebaskets. When the children empty one, they get the coin. It's like a treasure hunt. Or I might tape wrapped candy to the window cleaner or furniture spray. The children dust and do mirrors now with excitement.

 

538. Sept. 20: Next Monday, Sept. 23, is "Eat Dinner Together Day." Maybe you always do this anyway. If so, why not invite another family with children to join you. If not, make a point to do eat together more frequently - no phones, TV, or electronics allowed.

 

539. Sept. 27: "There was a rich man who dressed in purple garments...and lying at his door was a poor man named Lazarus." (Luke 16:19) Are children consumed with wearing the latest, expensive fads? Tell them the story of Lazarus. As a family figure out one way to share your clothes, toys, or tools with those in need this week.

  

* Parenting Pointers go out to individuals on Fridays. For Sunday bulletins, use the closest Friday.
© 2013 Susan Vogt
MAIL: 523 E. Southern Ave., Covington, KY 41015 
WEBSITE: www.SusanVogt.net
This email was sent to billcoffin68@gmail.com by susanvogt1@gmail.com |  
Susan Vogt | 523 E. Southern Ave | Covington | KY | 41015