Christian Grandparenting Blog

  • Cavin Harper

    August 5, 2012

    “Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in grief.” Prov. 14:13 I love being around people who laugh regularly and robustly. When I’m around such people, I can’t help laughing myself. These people seem to be able to laugh in spite [...]

  • GRANDFATHER PRAYING

    Cavin Harper

    July 27, 2012

    The greatest gift you can give your grandchildren is the legacy of a praying grandparent. Only 36 days left until the Grandparents Day of Prayer on September 9, which will be here soon. Have you set aside that date to meet with grandparents in your [...]

  • CAMPFIRE

    Cavin Harper

    July 27, 2012

    Christian Grandparenting Network has sponsored GrandCamp for grandparents and their grandchildren and are unlike any camp you have ever known. They offer a unique adventure and the opportunity to build lasting memories and milestones away from the distractions of life. This year the GrandCamp will [...]

  • Cavin Harper

    July 27, 2012

    “There is… a time to weep, and a time to laugh.” Ecc. 3:4 The actor, Woody Allen once said, “I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose.” Everyone loves a good laugh. Right now you’re laughing at the image of [...]

  • Cavin Harper

    July 21, 2012

    “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Jesus – John 16:33 There is a story of a shipwreck survivor who washed up on a desert island. Daily he prayed that God would rescue him. After a few [...]

  • Cavin Harper

    July 21, 2012

    (Reprinted from Significant Living magazine)  I received the special gift of grandparenting as I approached my midlife season. It was exciting to become a grandparent! However, I learned that along with this gift came a sacred trust to imprint another generation with the message of [...]

  • family mealtime prayers

    Cavin Harper

    July 14, 2012

    “Give thank to the Lord, for He is good” Ps. 106:1 I suspect that most people reading this blog have a regular habit of praying at mealtimes. But do you ever feel like praying at meals is more of a ritual devoid of serious thought [...]

  • Boy Folding Arms

    Cavin Harper

    July 14, 2012

    Recently a friend asked me, “What is the most important lesson you hope to teach your grandchildren?” After thinking about this question, I thought I would like to share one of the lessons I hope my grandchildren will learn from my husband and me. [...]