WHO? It’s a year-end fundraising raffle benefitting Foundation Restoration. Proceeds fund our ministry support for healthy individuals, relationships and marriages everywhere. Let’s face it, we have all faced trying circumstances and difficult situations this year. Foundation Restoration has come alongside many people struggling personally, as well as relationally, professionally, financially, and
By Ashley McIlwain Seven years. That’s right, seven years. It was seven years ago that I had a dream. Well, it was more of an inkling of a dream. At the time it was barely a formulated thought let alone a plan, but it was still the start of a dream. Though it was foggy
By Steve McIlwain Hubs here. Life is busy. That never seems to change. But recently life has been particularly busy. I started a new job about a year ago, and while I’m settling in nicely, there are still plenty of things to learn. I also work part time for Foundation Restoration doing financials, administrative work,
By Ashley McIlwain It had been one of those weeks. One thing after another, and yet nothing major. Just small dings, bumps, and bruises that began to add up and weigh on me. As the week went on, I felt like a 2 liter of soda being shaken harder and harder with the pressure mounting
By Ashley McIlwain Recently I shared a list of things I wish men knew, but now it’s time for some candid girl talk. Ladies, we have some things we need to discuss. When I look around, I see a lot of women pointing the finger at men as the source of all discontentment and issues.
Please take a moment to view this special message from Steve and Ashley McIlwain regarding the Marriage Matters Matching Challenge! It's vital for our organization as we continue to passionately and constantly work hard to help relationship thrive to have YOU get involved! WE NEED YOU! Monthly Donation Option 1 : $10.00USD - monthly Option
By Jeff Klick Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their fathers. – Proverbs 17:6 When our first granddaughter arrived, there was an instant bonding between us, at least from my point of view. I held her in my arms, and delight filled my heart as I gazed at
By Ashley McIlwain He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord. –Proverbs 18:22 Over the course of my life, I have held many roles. From various job titles to daughter to sister and friend. Labels such as Christian, athlete, helper, student, and graduate are all part of who
By Ashley McIlwain Life is tough. There’s no way around it; it’s just full of valleys and mountaintops, ups and downs, highs and lows. At one time or another for one reason or another, we all experience pain, heartache, brokenness, sadness, and sickness. It’s inevitable and unavoidable. Since we can’t do anything about eliminating the
By Steve McIlwain Hubs here. Man Cave: the ultimate male bonding destination for chillin’ with buddies. It’s typically some type of movie/sports/video game haven (glorified dorm room) or workshop. Some are over-the-top extravagant; some literally have dorm room furniture. It is a place where men maintain full power to decorate (no floral patterns here) and
