Get Started HERE! History of Homeschooling in Michigan Donate Share Forward     Dear Homeschool Mom, As the holiday season fades and a new year stretches before us, I want to take a moment to encourage your heart. The shift back into the rhythms of homeschooling can feel overwhelming, especially amidst the whirlwind of sports practices, sickness, special needs, teens, babies, and everything else life brings. But let me remind you of something precious: You are doing the work that the Lord has called you to do. The time you invest in your children, the lessons you teach, the love you pour out—it all matters deeply. Deuteronomy 6:5-9 calls us to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, and strength, and to impress His commandments on our children. It is in the ordinary moments of sitting at home, walking along the road, lying down, and getting up that this calling unfolds. As you dive back into your routines, remember that it doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful. It’s okay to take a snow day with friends and build memories. It’s okay to cut back on work if it’s too much. It’s okay to stop a book that’s not working for your family and try something new (or not). These decisions don’t mean you’ve failed; they mean you’re flexible, wise, and in tune with what your family needs. The days may feel long, but the years are fleeting. These moments—even the chaotic, messy, and tiring ones—are gifts. Your teens and little ones are watching your faithfulness, soaking up your quantity of time, and love. Even in the midst of challenges, you are shaping hearts, planting seeds, and building a legacy that will last far beyond these short years. When it feels hard, remember why you started. Recall the vision God placed in your heart for this journey. Lean into His strength on the days when you feel weak. Celebrate the small victories and trust that God’s grace will cover the gaps. So, dear moms, as you move forward into this new year, take a deep breath and rest in God’s promise to guide and sustain you. You are not alone. You are part of a community of women who understand the joys and struggles of this unique calling. Most importantly, you have a Father who sees every effort, every tear, and hears every prayer. Let’s walk this path together, cheering one another on and keeping our eyes fixed on the One who called us to it. The work you are doing is precious, and the impact will echo through generations.   With love and encouragement, The Moms of Your MiCHN Team     Don't Miss this Encouraging Opportunity!     And Grab the T-Shirt!!!     Register HERE!   MiCHN’s role is working to ensure that all families who choose to home educate in Michigan have the encouragement, support, and resources they need to do so with excellence, free from government interference. As you look for opportunities to disciple your children, we look for opportunities to come along side you with resources, encouragement, legislative updates, and more. We couldn’t do that without the financial support of so many generous people throughout the decades. Fight With Us HERE! These are quite uncertain times. Right now, MICHN would advise you to make sure your account is up to date and accurate with Homeschool Legal Defense Association. Be sure to visit their website, and if you have not done so already, BECOME A MEMBER today.   Coming Events       Copyright © 2022 MICHN, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 4407 W St. Joseph Hwy Lansing, MI 48917

Get Started HERE! History of Homeschooling in Michigan Donate Share Forward   Our 40-year journey: The history and future of homeschooling in Michigan South Church 5250 Cornerstone Dr. Lansing, MI December 12, 2024 7-9pm An event to celebrate 40 years of homeschool freedom and to tell the story of how those freedoms were won in Michigan. The evening will include several exciting features: A panel: will discuss the early days of the homeschooling movement and the fight involved with legalizing home education in our state will be moderated by Israel Wayne (a homeschooled graduate who serves as VP of MiCHN). Panel to include: -Mark and Chris DeJonge (DeJonge vs. Michigan: a landmark case for homeschool freedom) -David Kallman (the attorney who won the DeJonge case) -Steve Kallman (attorney fighting to maintain homeschool freedom in MI) -Dennis and Roxanne Smith (the founders of INCH -- now MiCHN) -James Muffett (founder of Citizens for Traditional Values and Student Statesmanship Institute) A video: from one of our own state representatives, the honorable Jamie Greene. A special word: from Samuel Johnson (our HSLDA attorney for Michigan) on the history and support HSLDA provides to families across our great state. Our keynote speaker: is Todd Wilson - The Familyman, speaking on “Hope for the Future.” A silent auction: is available now through December 12th at 8pm. Winners of the auctioned items will be announced at the end of the event. Special music: starting at 6:30pm provided by talented homeschool musicians, Living Water Strings Ensemble. Festive photo booth: starting at 6:30pm. Printed pictures available for you to take home. Even though childcare is not available, children are welcome to come. They are the essence of why we are here! Please come enjoy celebrating with us the 40-year history of homeschooling in Michigan. Want to come but the funds are tight? We would love to offer you the opportunity to come anyway!   Here are a couple options to help you come: Bring a couple of friends with you and enjoy a buy 3 tickets, get 1 ticket free discount. Only looking for a single ticket, receive $10 off your INCH 2025 registration. Register for the event here: Fundraising Celebration, Our 40-year Journey: The History & Future of MI Homeschooling - December 12, 2024 DeJonge story interview HERE Smith story interview HERE   We would love to have you join us! If you can’t join us, you can still participate in the silent auction. Also, please prayerfully consider donating to ensure we are able to continue this important work for years to come! Donate HERE. We also want to recognize our sponsors for this event. We couldn’t do all this without their support! Tim Hortons Jillian Stapleton Art, DBA PIONEERS Home Education Support Service Blessings, The team at MiCHN Michigan Christian Homeschool Network (Home of the INCH Conference)   Get Your Ticket HERE     Click the image to get your ticket today!   MiCHN’s role is working to ensure that all families who choose to home educate in Michigan have the encouragement, support, and resources they need to do so with excellence, free from government interference. As you look for opportunities to disciple your children, we look for opportunities to come along side you with resources, encouragement, legislative updates, and more. We couldn’t do that without the financial support of so many generous people throughout the decades. Fight With Us HERE! These are quite uncertain times. Right now, MICHN would advise you to make sure your account is up to date and accurate with Homeschool Legal Defense Association. Be sure to visit their website, and if you have not done so already, BECOME A MEMBER today.   Coming Events       Copyright © 2022 MICHN, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 4407 W St. Joseph Hwy Lansing, MI 48917