Light for our path: Were Joseph and Mary engaged or married when Joseph learned of Mary’s pregnancy?

Were Joseph and Mary engaged or married when Joseph learned of Mary's pregnancy? Your question illustrates the need to bridge the culture gap of marriage customs and laws that existed…

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Parent conversations: What does your family’s bedtime routine look like?

I was considering titling this month’s column, “How can I get my kids to bed without screaming (me) and crying (them)?” but that wouldn’t fit in the title space. You…

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Parent conversations: What do I need to consider before I give my child a cell phone?

My oldest is 12. She’s in sixth grade, and almost all her classmates have smartphones. So far, her dad and I haven’t seen a reason for her to have one…

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