Vacation Bible School

5 Powerful Reasons Your Child Should Attend Vacation Bible School (VBS)

Summer is finally here, and like many Christian moms, I’m planning out the weeks with hopes for sunshine, rest, and rhythms that keep our family rooted in what matters most – Jesus. One tradition that stands out as a spiritual highlight each year is Vacation Bible School (VBS). It’s colorful, loud (very loud), joy-filled, and…

Christian Homeschooling: Why We Started Root & Refuge Cottage School

Christian Homeschooling: Why We Started Root & Refuge Cottage School

Christian homeschooling – When God first placed the desire to Christian homeschool on my heart, I didn’t know all the details – I just knew I wanted something more rooted. That’s where the heart of Root & Refuge Cottage School began. It’s not just a homeschool name – it’s a vision. A reflection of the…

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5 Prayers for the Overwhelmed Mother – Short, Powerful Prayers

Motherhood is beautiful – but let’s be honest, it can also be exhausting, emotional, and downright overwhelming. As moms, we carry a lot: laundry piles, sleepless nights, sibling squabbles, and the deep desire to raise our children well. In those moments when you feel like you’re at your breaking point, prayer becomes more than a…

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Faith Over Fear: Trusting God with Your Children’s Future

As moms, it’s in our nature to want to protect our children from everything – pain, disappointment, uncertainty, and especially the unknown. We worry about their future: Will they be safe? Will they follow Jesus? Will they find joy, purpose and godly friendships? The weight of motherhood can feel overwhelming when fear takes the driver’s…

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7 Bible Verses That Encourage Me as a Mom (and Why They Matter)

Motherhood is beautiful – but it’s also stretching. As Christian moms, we’re called to raise our children with faith, love, grace, yet there are days we feel tired, anxious, or unsure if we’re doing enough. In those moments, God’s Word becomes our anchor. In this post, I’m sharing 7 powerful Bible verses that encourage moms…

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Raising Kingdom Kids: Teaching Faith in Everyday Moments

The other day, while I was folding laundry my three-year-old walking in holding a rock she found in the yard. “Mama, did God make this?” Her tiny question stopped me mid-fold, not because I didn’t know the answer – but because I realized this was a Kingdom moment. Motherhood is full of these sacred interruptions….

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A Letter to the Mother Who Feels Unseen: God Sees You

Dear Mama, Maybe today started before the sun came up. Maybe your eyes opened to the sound of little feet or a baby’s cry, and you haven’t stopped moving since. You’ve folded clothes no one will notice, prepared meals that may go untouched, cleaned up messes that will return in five minutes or less. You’ve…

The King of Kings: A Beautiful Depiction of Jesus’ Life for Young Hearts

The King of Kings: A Beautiful Depiction of Jesus’ Life for Young Hearts

As a mother striving to raise children rooted in faith, I’m always on the lookout for resources that bring the truth of Scripture to life in a way my little ones can truly grasp. There are many Christian family movies out there, but not all are created equal when it comes to presenting the life…

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When You Feel Spiritually Dry as a Mom: 4 Ways to Find Encouragement in the Dry Season

Do you feel spiritually dry as a mom? I stood at the sink, staring at the mountain of dishes and wondering when I last opened my Bible. Or prayed. Or even thought about anything besides snacks, sleep schedules, and stains. If you’re a mama who loves Jesus but feels far from Him right now, I…

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Rooted Motherhood: A Grace-Filled Faith Blog for Moms

Welcome to The Rooted Motherhood. I’m so glad you’re here. Why I Started The Rooted Motherhood I’m a stay-at-home, homeschooling mama of four, and life is beautifully full. Most days, you’ll find me juggling math lessons, wiping sticky hands, reheating the same cup of coffee (again), and leaning hard on God’s grace. This blog has…