Families are like little churches. They are meant to be places of discipleship, worship, and rest— places where we can fine-tune the gifts God's given us so we can bless the world. They can be full of surprises and joy. But family life can also be heartbreaking and downright discouraging. Trained counselor and mother Melissa Hannigan knows how hard it is to cast and keep a vision of rich family life. How do we cultivate a family culture that's vibrant and encouraging—a refuge amidst life's storms? Listen in as Melissa also shares how the importance of this investment has hit home after losing her teen son less than a year ago. Resources mentioned in this episode:   Inconvenient Parenting Book   Link to podcast episode search bar   Raising Boys to Men Book   Raising Boys to Men Audiobook   The Unhurried Homeschooler   The Unhurried Homeschooler Audiobook   CTC Math   Heritage Defense (my.heritagedefense.org/access-the-vault)   Our CPS Story   The Excel Camp    College Alternative: Excel College Podcast Episode   The Unhurried Homeschooler   Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart   The Four-Hour School Day   Subscribe to my monthly email and receive access to Unhurried Grace for a Mom's Heart: 31 Days in God's Word   Places I am speaking in 2024