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How Tired Moms Can Find Sabbath Rest

August 2, 2016 by Aprille 2 Comments

“For so he giveth his beloved sleep…” Our Sunday School teacher reads the words, and I literally laugh out loud with a snort. Let’s just say that I wasn’t feeling all too holy that morning. Once again, our special-needs five-year-old is in a disregulated phase, resulting in freakishly early mornings for this tired mom. For … [Read more…]

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“Sitting on the premises” – sometimes, it’s okay not to serve in church

August 4, 2013 by Aprille 15 Comments

Let’s remember that while there is definitely value in serving God, sometimes, there’s just as much value in “sitting on the premises.”

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Posted in: Messy Faith, Personal and Spiritual Ramblings, Recovering Perfectionist Tagged: church, grace, legalism, martha, mary, ministry, PWOC, rest, service, serving

Introverted mom problems: when mommy breaks just aren’t enough

November 17, 2012 by Aprille 29 Comments

I’m totally giving myself grace and taking advantage of my dear husband by taking the time to write this post. Because I feel like this introverted mom needs it. I’m currently sitting at our local Barnes and Noble. Sipping tea. I just finished doing computer “jobs” like updating our budget spreadsheet, transferring funds, and making … [Read more…]

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