Comments on: Instilling the Value of Service in Our Kids

By: Monica @HappyandBlessedHome.com

Monica @HappyandBlessedHome.com — Fri, 02 Feb 2018 15:38:00 +0000

Great parenting tips here. I’ve just created a roundup of 20 Epic Valentine’s Day Ideas for Family Fun and your post is featured. Happy Valentine’s Day! https://www.happyandblessedhome.com/20-epic-valentines-day-ideas-for-family-fun/

By: Lauren

Lauren — Tue, 22 Dec 2015 16:37:17 +0000

I have a question about the scripture you linked to. How can one “bestow all my goods to feed the poor” yet “have not charity”? Is it the question of humility and kindness that makes the difference?

By: Katelyn Fagan

Katelyn Fagan — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 18:51:33 +0000

In reply to Sheila @ Pennies of Time. Thanks for your comment Sheila! I love your point about stopping and letting them help another! I try to do that, especially when one my girls earns a reward and the other doesn't. I don't let the one who received the reward from sharing.

By: Sheila @ Pennies of Time

Sheila @ Pennies of Time — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 12:22:15 +0000

It is so powerful when we take the time to teach kids how to recognize opportunities to serve! Sometimes, I have to stop myself and listen to them to help them act on their own promptings to help another. Glad to find you!

By: Katelyn Fagan

Katelyn Fagan — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 13:47:06 +0000

In reply to Sam. Service, giving to others, etc. is definitely against hum nature. We're all so selfish! Good luck finding something to do with your girls!

By: Sam

Sam — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 05:24:55 +0000

This is such important stuff. Truly. It’s also very hard, I think. We have to go directly against our human nature to put others first. We also have to make the time and use it wisely. I think I’m going to look for something to do with my girls this week or next. 🙂 We’ve recently had them pick out toys to donate. I was happily surprised with their willingness to give up their things.

By: Mrs.AOK

Mrs.AOK — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 19:47:38 +0000

This is such a great post!
Thank you for sharing these great tips; I will pin this to our MMBH board. Thank you!
XOXO

By: Monica

Monica — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 17:30:14 +0000

Fabulous – pinned and featuring at Family Fun Friday!
Monica
http://www.happyandblessedhome.com/2014/02/family-fun-friday-week-56.html

By: April

April — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 14:45:22 +0000

Unfortunately I haven’t. As I keep seeming to have children, I’m having problems finding a routine, including getting involved in service. Thanks for the reminder and linking up with Countdown in Style. I hope you come back on Friday to see if you were featured.

By: Brittnei

Brittnei — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 19:10:51 +0000

This is definitely something I want to work on with my kids at very young ages. My son already is learning about doing this for us and we are teaching him manners with it since he loves to help so much. These are some really great ideas you’re sharing though that I could use as they get older. Thanks for sharing this one with us at Countdown in Style too 🙂

By: Katelyn Fagan

Katelyn Fagan — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 05:29:18 +0000

In reply to Angela @ Joy Focused Learning. Awe! Thank you!

By: Angela @ Joy Focused Learning

Angela @ Joy Focused Learning — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 03:08:31 +0000

Love this! I will be using these ideas with my little one. This will be one of the features at this week’s link-up. 🙂

By: Katelyn Fagan

Katelyn Fagan — Mon, 10 Feb 2014 02:34:14 +0000

In reply to Hezzi-D. What a great sentiment! You are so right. I think service can be very fun for you, and a blessing to both you and those you serve.

By: Hezzi-D

Hezzi-D — Sat, 08 Feb 2014 12:22:36 +0000

When I was a kid one of my first service opportunities was at church as well. I think that instilled the value of service into me. In junior high my neighbor and I dressed up as elves for 3 years in a row and went visiting at a nursing home. I think volunteering not only helps the community but helps the soul.

By: Katelyn Fagan

Katelyn Fagan — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 04:16:16 +0000

In reply to Rachel. That's awesome! You should totally sign up for the Mommy and Me Service challenges. It will help give you some inspiration.