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Partner with us to strengthen families

When families thrive, your entire community benefits. 

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“Inviting Mel to lead a parenting seminar at our church was an incredible decision. She brought both spiritual depth and practical wisdom, and our parents walked away not only better equipped, but deeply encouraged—more connected to Christ, to their children, and to their own sense of purpose as parents.”

Jen Bakhuyzen
Spiritual Formation Director,
Community Reformed Church

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Our Approach

Research-informed. Values-grounded. Adaptable to your community.

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Parenting with Purpose

Our Most Popular Offering for Organizations

Whether yours is guided by faith or simply committed to building strong families, we're here to walk alongside you—supporting and equipping the parents in your community.

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"For any church leader like me who is looking for a way to help parents reshape their family culture, I invite you to consider this incredible resource."
 

- Rev. Kyle Lake, Standale Reformed Church

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Steve Spitters, Lakeshore Regional Director

West Michigan Youth for Christ

Mel does a great job blending her experiences from decades of professional teaching and personal parenting together through the lens of her faith in Jesus. This results in practical insights and wisdom for parents seeking timeless biblical counsel in our ever changing culture. This all comes together to help parents pursue the hearts of their children.
(Interactive Workshop & One-Time Event Talk)
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Jean E, LOVE Inc.

I have heard from many of the participants that this is the BEST parenting class they have ever attended!
(Multi-week Class Series)
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Sarah S, Gen 1 Parenting Seminar participant

Our son's school called to ask what we had been doing differently at home! Thank you for guiding us into creating more peace while holding better boundaries. We really needed to hear what you had to say!
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Weekly LIFE Skills Volunteer, LOVE, Inc.

Our participants love Mel and her teaching! She's so relatable.
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