The 2012 Scholarships winners are:

Jason Tiller for the Craig Dickinson Memorial Scholarship

Darleen Mason for the Mason Lighthouse Scholarship

Kathryn Douglas for the State of the Arts Scholarship

Jason Krumbine, son of Marcy Krumbine and son-in-law of Renee Mason, recently released a new all-ages book, The Castle Sisters and the Impossible Rescue. Here’s what he has to say about it:

This book, and subsequently the series I’m launching out of it, already holds a special place with me. You see, I really do have two nieces named Faith and Summer. They both love to read and are constantly enamored with the fact that their Uncle is an author. I really wanted to be share this experience with them, so back in February my wife and I started brainstorming a new series that I would specifically write for my nieces. It was originally intended to be just a birthday gift for later in the year, but as I started working on it, I realized that this was going to be too much fun. I couldn’t possibly wait to share this story with my nieces. And I didn’t. I told them this past Sunday. To say they thought it was pretty awesome, would be to put it mildly.

I tried really hard to make this an All-Ages book. Yes, it’s written for kids, but I want adults to enjoy reading it, too. I mean, there’s nothing worse than reading a boring book to your child, right?

When my nieces asked me to describe the book to them, I said it was kind of like a comic book, but without the pictures. Their eyes lit up at that description and I think it’s a pretty apt one. There’s plenty of adventure, thrills and excitement in this book.

I really enjoyed writing this book and I hope you guys enjoy reading it.

The Castle Sisters and the Impossible Rescue is currently available for the Amazon Kindle and the Barnes & Noble Nook. If you have a different kind of ereader, you find a compatible copy of the book at the Smashwords link. A printed edition is also available for purchase here.

HERO is participating in the Ultimate Homeschool Expo!  You can hear our spot here:

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ultimate-homeschool-expo/2012/03/08/college-scholarships-finding-money-for-college

The Ultimate Homeschool Expo has lots of great information and audio seminars.  Browse the site and enjoy!

A new scholarship is being established in memory of a homeschool graduate who passed away unexpectedly, Patrick Freeman, 19.

The thoughts and prayers of the homeschool community are with the Freeman family during this difficult time.

Click the Donate button in the menu to the left if you wish to contribute to the scholarship fund, in Patrick’s memory.

“The Households of Strength Seminar”

featuring Gregg Harris father, pastor, conference speaker & author.

“Do Hard Things Together With Family & Friends” Don’t Miss this vital message filled with encouragement and direction for your family! Register ASAP. Recruit good friends to attend the seminar & share the vision with you!

Date: April 15th (7-10:00 p.m.) 16th (8:30-5:30 p.m.)

Location: Sarasota Baptist Church, 7091 Proctor Rd , Sarasota Florida (phone,  (941) 922-1449 or visit www.sarasotabaptist.com for directions)

Pricing: Early Bird Special March 26 $30 / person

Pre-Reg ends April 1 – $35 / person

Standard ends April 15 – $40 / person

GROUP DISCOUNTS:

For groups of 10 or more take 10% off total fee.

PAY-WHATEVER-YOU-CAN-AFFORD POLICY:

No one is ever turned away for lack of funds.

How to Register:

Go to www.dohardthingstogether.com or http://hearts2homeschool.com/ for more details & to register. For more information contact Maria Gerber at 941-321 -8391 or Lorri Murphy at 954-961-1511.

Session Details

Friday 7 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

·         The New Mayflower: Living In a World With No Continents to Which We Can Flee

·         The Seasons of a Life Well Lived: Growing Stronger Together Over Time

Saturday 8:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.

·         How to Stay Engaged With the One You Marry (for singles as well as couples)

·         What Do You Have In Your House?: A Historical Overview of the Household

·         Special Session: This hour is reserved for a guest speaker (e.g. Michael Farris, Eric Stasak, Nancy Pearcey, etc., or my own sons, Joshua, Joel, Alex or Brett Harris. Otherwise, I will present a special topic of my own)

·         12 to 1:00 P.M.  Lunch Break

·         Home Schooling: Delight-Directed Study All the Way Through High School

·         Family Business: Doing Well for Yourself by Doing Good for Others

·         The Household Embassy: Using Family-style Evangelism & Hospitality to Make A Little History in Your Own Home

Why should you attend The Households of Strength Seminar?

Because God will use it to change the course of your life for the better.

God’s will for your family-household is so good and so wise, all you have to do is see it and you will want to live it. Eight fast-paced sessions, full of humor and insight, have been designed to turn your family back to the goodness and wisdom of God’s plan.

If you and your family are drifting through this time of rapid technological and cultural transformation without the firm biblical convictions that serve as an anchor for your souls, you are likely to lose your marriage, lose your kids and lose your way of life to forces beyond your control. It’s that serious.

But God has provided a New Mayflower by which you can not only survive, but thrive. It is your household managed in the light of God’s Word. If you trust God enough to actually obey Him, you are His ambassadors, and your household will shine as a light in the midst of the darkness as an embassy of His kingdom.

HERO appreciates being able to participate in the Oil for your Lantern Conference by Hearts2Homeschool.  It was a refreshing and uplifting time!  Thank you!