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January 6, 2017January 6, 2017 justynsmithLeave a comment

You Got This!

What are you believing for in 2017? I want to encourage all my children’s and family ministry friends to dream big and hope for much. Some of you have thought about throwing the towel in, but I’m believing that this is your year. This is your year of breakthrough, your year to reap what you…

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February 2, 2016 justynsmithLeave a comment

White As Snow Devo

Hey parents! Don’t waste a snow day. Talk about God’s love. Check out this video for some help. -Justyn

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August 19, 2012 justynsmith2 Comments

Go Kids Elementary New Format Update

I just wanted to share with you a glimpse of the difference that you’re making at River Valley. We are going through a massive change in ministry philosophy in Go Kids Elementary. We have changed from a completely stage-driven ministry to a large group/small group format. Because of this change more people are able to…

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February 14, 2012 justynsmithLeave a comment

We’re All In The Same Boat

I was recently discussing with my partner in ministry—Jesse Kretzu—how churches do ministry. I think we all have this false impression of other churches. If you’re like me you can feel sorry for what or how children’s ministry looks like in your church. I read blogs, books and have conversations with other leaders and think,…

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February 13, 2012 justynsmith2 Comments

Yes, Jesus Loves Whitney This I Know

It’s the talk of America and around the globe right now—the death of Whitney Houston. I was sad learning of her death. I can recall her voice when I was younger belting out those tunes thinking that there was no one else at her level of talent when she was on top. I grew up…

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January 18, 2012 justynsmith3 Comments

Mr. Don’t Know It All

I was reminded how incredible our community of children’s leaders are this week. I also was reminded how much I don’t know and need others around me who can speak into my life. We had a family in our church experience a tragedy—the loss of a young boy’s mother. His father—an incredibly godly man—came into…

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December 27, 2011December 27, 2011 justynsmithLeave a comment

Charismatic Movement Growing!?

Here’s a great article by CNN on the charismatic movement. I’m one of those charismaniacs and it’s refreshing to read something positive about God moving!! Click here: CHARISMATIC MOVEMENT GROWING I would love to hear your thoughts on the article. -PJ

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October 7, 2011 justynsmithLeave a comment

Living an “If” Life

(This is the charismatic in me coming out!) 🙂 How many times have you heard people say, “IF I would have done ____ then this would’ve happened” or “IF I could just get ____ then I could do this”? Many people—even myself at times—live in an “IF” world. I’m tired of living in the IF….

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October 6, 2011 justynsmithLeave a comment

Love and Law Parenting

Call it what you want. Love and law or grace and truth, most parents struggle with it. How do I effectively show love and grace to my children while at the same time speak the truth and making sure they measure up to what’s expected? At times it can seem like a difficult task, yet…

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April 15, 2011April 14, 2011 justynsmithLeave a comment

pj’s friday five | april 15

Here’s the happenings at Kid Nation from South Hills Church. All our volunteers, who I like to call our Dream Team are amazing. I know we say it a lot, but truly the best is yet to come!! PJ

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