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The Beauty of Community

29 Jul

I love telling other women how one September day back in 2012 I put my big girl pants on and finally went to a faith-based "blogging" conference. I’d seen several promoted online but I was always afraid to go. Would they like me? Am I “big” enough? What if they don’t think I’m cool? What if I wear ... View Post

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So What Do We Do With Common Core?

22 Jul

  I walked her in that first week of school half thrilled beyond words at the adventure she was embarking on, half scared out of my skin of leaving my 5 year old in the care of another all.day.long. She shared my mixture of emotions, I could see it on her face. Reluctantly she let go of the ... View Post

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Is Your Fear Stealing Your Child’s Joy?

15 Jul

If it were up to me, my children would be permanently wrapped in bubble wrap when they leave the house. Head to toe. Protected from the world. Or, better yet, they’d wear helmets all the time and in every scenario. Extreme, I know. Fear, the kind that cripples me and keeps me from living my everyday ... View Post

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Freedom from Entitlement: A July 4th Manifesto

3 Jul

Summer is such an interesting time to observe my habits. Maybe it's the lazy days and lack of structure but I feel like the worst of myself comes out between June and August. I'm having such a hard time getting into the zone of productivity, healthy living and focus. While I want to remain carefree ... View Post

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Welcome to Gather & Grow! I'm Jess and I'm a busy mom, just like you! I want to see my children grow in relationship with Jesus and impact the world for his glory, but it seems impossible to fit effective faith-building into our very busy lives. (can I get an amen?!) I'm on a mission to make faith simple and long-lasting and I'm thrilled you've chosen to join me here. Read More…

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