As you may know, we recently launched our Hope Restored marriage intensive retreats for couples who find themselves in crisis. We have a heart for those who are struggling in their marriage, but we also want to recognize the value of strengthening an...
The time is almost here – recreational marijuana will become legal in Canada on October 17. Like many Christians and non-Christians alike across our country, I share a deep concern over this issue. Even with the proposed age limit restricting marijuana...
One of our ways to support families here at Focus is through our original articles, which we publish free of charge online each month. In case you might have missed them, here are links to some of our latest articles related to marriage and parenting,...
Here at Focus on the Family Canada, we recognize that Halloween is a holiday some choose to celebrate, while others choose to refrain from observing. We believe you should do what is best for your family. But if you do choose to participate and are...
The world our children are growing up in is far different than when we were young. You and I know this to be true when we read the news or check social media. At Focus on the Family Canada, prayer requests like these come in almost every day.“Pray for...
Here at Focus, one of the many ways we support families is through our original articles, which we make available for free online each month. In case you missed them, here are links to a few of our most recent ones related to marriage and parenting, as...
As a Christian, I passionately believe (and I’m sure you’d agree) that our life’s greatest adventure is following Christ’s will for us and getting to know Him more intimately. And for those of us who are parents, one of our most exciting...
When a book promises to offer “the secret to being instantly understood,” I admit that I can be a bit wary. After all, it just sounds too good to be true. But when it comes from trusted relationship experts Gary Smalley and Dr. John Trent, in an...
As children grow up, they face new challenges and difficult questions, and they need guidance from their parents, especially on issues that are embarrassing, uncomfortable or awkward. But when they don’t get that from us – or they feel like they can’t...
One of the ways we support families here at Focus is through our series of original articles, which we publish for free online each month. In case you may have missed them, here are links to a few of our latest articles related to marriage and...
Who doesn’t like a good story? When I’m reading the Bible, I’m often amazed at how much of it is in the form of stories – true stories of course, but stories nonetheless. I believe that’s a deliberate choice on God’s part. He has designed our hearts to...
You might not think that others care about your story, but they do! I know I love to hear how someone overcame insurmountable odds or how God answered a special prayer. All of us at Focus on the Family Canada are encouraged when families write in to...