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KARE 11: More Minnesota Families Are Homeschooling Their Kids: Why? |
Via KARE 11 With the majority of kids back in the classroom this week, more Minnesota students are learning right from the comforts of their own home. According to data from the Minnesota Department of Education, there were more than 29,000 students in Minnesota that were homeschooled last year, which is a 10% increase from the previous year.
So why the increase?
In the National Household Education Survey (NHES), parents said they homeschooled their children for a variety of reasons with the majority doing it because they are concerned about school safety, drug use or negative peer pressure.
Others were dissatisfied with how the curriculum was taught or they wanted to include religious teachings. |
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Join Our 2024 Election Volunteer Team! |
Election season is ramping up, and our goal is to secure a pro-family victory in the Minnesota Legislature by deploying volunteers to door-knock, make phone calls, help at events, and more.
The good news is that the progressive majority was won by a slim margin last election, so we have high hopes of success, but we need as many volunteers as possible to reach everyday voters - victory is in sight!
Join other faith and family-minded Minnesotans seeking to make a difference for our state, and share this opportunity with your friends who may be interested! |
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Check out Renee’s Interview on Fox News: Why Minnesota is Now A Heartless Heartland |
Renee Carlson, General Counsel of True North Legal & Minnesota Family Council was recently interviewed by Fox News regarding the Walz administration's policies that attack innocent human life, family flourishing, and religious freedom in our great state.
Click the box below to tune in, and be sure to share with your family and friends! |
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Upcoming Event: Speaking up for Life in Minnesota |
Jeff Evans, our CEO, will be speaking at this pro-life event in Owatonna on September 11th. For more details or to sign up, click below! |
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Advancing School Choice in MN with Corey DeAngelis |
We wanted to alert you to an upcoming event regarding school choice featuring special guest Corey DeAngelis. Learn why school choice is sweeping the nation, what it takes to achieve school choice, how each Minnesota student could receive $7,000 to attend any school of choice, and what you can do to establish ESAs in our state.
Where? Minneapolis, MN When? September 20, 2024
More details and links for tickets below!
Polling consistently shows around 75% of American parents want School Choice with Education Savings Accounts (ESAs). Here in Minnesota, the number is the same: 75%. Parents want ESAs.
The good news for Minnesota parents is that nearly 70% of the Minnesota public supports them in their effort to secure the freedom and resources to find the best schools for their kids. |
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Request a Voter Guide for YOUR Church Today! |
Election season can be stressful, since no ballot contains perfect candidates. However, there are candidates that are aligned to protecting life, family, and religious freedom. Do you want to know which candidates will fight for your values? Request your 2024 Voter Guide today!
Our 2024 Voter Guide survey has been sent to every major-party candidate running for state or federal office in Minnesota! During a typical election year, our staff distributes thousands and thousands of guides to churches and individuals around Minnesota. That's why we need to know how many copies of the voter guide your church or community group will need as soon as possible. Click this button to request copies of the nonpartisan voter guide today! |
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What Bills Passed During Legislative Session? |
Introducing Minnesota Family Council’s 2024 bill tracker. In addition to our email updates and action alerts, bookmarking this page will keep you informed on the issues that faced the Minnesota Legislature this year to do with life, family, and religious freedom.
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Upcoming Event: Till Kingdom Come Conference--Political Engagement in Light of the Lordship of Christ |
In an age that seems to have lost its political mind, how should Christians respond? Join Christ Bible Church and Riverview Baptist Church as we apply the lordship of Christ to our present political madness.
Dates: Friday, September 20 — 6:30 - 9:00 PM Saturday, September 21 — 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Lunch Provided) |
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Our Legislative Scorecard: LIVE NOW
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After the controversial legislative session last year, we received many questions about how legislators voted. A common theme was, "How can I find out how my legislators voted on the issues that matter most to me?"
We're thrilled to be able to answer that question, with Minnesota Family Council's 2023 Legislative Scorecard.
Please use the button below to download your free, printable PDF of the scorecard. Please share it with friends, family, and pro-life Minnesotans. For this free resource to be valuable, it needs to reach as many people as possible! |
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Church Ambassador Network: Bring LIGHT to the Capitol! |
The Church Ambassador Network brings the gospel to the Capitol to encourage those hoping in Christ and confront those rejecting His lordship. You have the opportunity to ensure that this ministry continues and the light of the gospel shines in St. Paul.
Will you consider supporting the Church Ambassador Network with your church's missions budget? Watch the video below to learn more about the difference you can make by partnering with us. |
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True North Legal is an initiative of Minnesota Family Institute, fighting to protect life, family, and religious freedom in our legal system. Learn more about True North Legal and its crucial work at truenorthlegal.org. |
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Get the Parent Resource Guide
Responding to the transgender trend with truth and compassion starts with the Parent Resource Guide. Get your copy HERE today and invite a friend to do the same! Click to order your copy today: |
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Thank you for sharing Minnesota Family Council’s vision for strong families, communities, and culture through Christ. In this season of unprecedented challenges to life, family, and religious freedom, please consider giving us your support so that we can continue to be YOUR voice. Click here to give now.
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Moses Bratrud, Director of Strategy
Minnesota Family Council and Institute |
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Two Ways to Give
Support our grassroots policy and elections efforts through Minnesota Family Council (MFC). Support our education and outreach efforts with a tax-deductible contribution to Minnesota Family Institute (MFI). |
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