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May 11, 2019
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“Being There” for Family… When?

by John Salmon
What does it mean to “be there” for your spouse and children? We often consider “being there” as giving comfort during tough times or caring for others in difficult situations. We think of “being there” as supporting others when they need help. Those are good times to “be there” for our spouse and children; but...
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Celebration    Honor
        
June 30, 2018
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6 Traits for an Intimate Marriage

by John Salmon
We were made for, and we long for, intimate connection. In fact, our attachment with other human beings is crucial, even necessary, for a healthy life. Marriage is one place we hope to find such an enduring connection. Unfortunately, many people find themselves feeling disconnected and isolated in marriage. This disconnected marriage brings pain and...
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June 16, 2018
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Build Intimacy Before, During, & After Your Marital Conflict

by John Salmon
All couples experience disagreements, even arguments and conflict. But, did you know you can build a more intimate relationship with your spouse before, during, and after the disagreements and conflicts?  Let me count the ways (well, at least five for before, five for during, and five for after). BEFORE: Make daily deposits of honor and...
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March 31, 2018
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Dona Nobis Pacem: Grant Us Peace

by John Salmon
My wife, my daughter, and I went to a choral concert presented by the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh entitled PEACE.  We heard several composers’ choral renditions of Dona Nobis Pacem: Grant Us Peace. We also heard various testimonies and readings from three people who have invested their lives in various avenues of promoting peace within...
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February 26, 2018
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Boost Your Children’s Communication Skills

by John Salmon
Our children need to develop the ability to communicate well if they want to succeed in this world. Think about it. If you want to effectively resolve a disagreement, you have to explain yourself well. If you want others to understand you, you have to express yourself well. If you want to woo your love,...
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Celebration    Family Shepherds
        
March 20, 2017
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The Habits of a Successful Family

by John Salmon
Remember the saying: “Our choices become our actions. Our actions become our habits. Our habits become our character. Our character becomes our destiny.” I found variations on this saying attributed to a number of sources ranging from Gandhi and Lao Tzu to Michael Hyatt and James Hunter.  Doesn’t really matter who said it in the...
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