Blended Not Shaken Ministries | Stepfamilies Support South Australia

Karina is wife to Tony, Mum to Jeremiah, Felicity and Nathaniel and Step Mum to Tyson. Her blended family is the inspiration for her books and ministry to Christian single parents and step families. Karina has been a Christian since 1980, a teacher since 1993, a parent since 2001 and holds a Masters degree in Education Studies specializing in Language and Literacy along with a Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology.Her desire is to see specific support and genuine grace -filled theology extended to single parents, divorced and remarried people in the church and to provide quality resources to such families in churches, kindergartens and schools as well as to teachers, pastors and counselors.

Karina welcomes communication in a number of ways.Send her an email - or reach out via her social media accounts on Facebook - Karina Hudson- Author/ Blended not Shaken Ministry or Instagram- blendednotshakenministries and YouTube.

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Our Vision

"Where Single and Step parent Families find Grace and Support which is anchored to their identity in Christ."

Dignity Direction Discipleship

BLENDED NOT SHAKEN MINISTRIES AND PUBLICATIONS WELCOMES YOU

Blended Not Shaken Ministries and Publications is an inter-denominational organization that seeks to promote DIGNITY and provide DISCIPLESHIP and DIRECTION to Christian single parents and blended families. We offer childrens resources to families and those who work with them, and workshops to Christian schools and churches, counselors and chaplains.

We also provide single and step mum monthly support groups in various locations in Adelaide, South Australia.

Core Values

DIGNITY DIRECTION DISCIPLESHIP

At Blended not Shaken Ministries we-

EXERCISE the beliefs that all of God's saved people, regardless of their marital status and past are loved by Him, fully forgiven after repentance and are free to pursue God's plan for their lives.
1 Peter 2:5 & 9, Jeremiah 31:3, John 15:9, 1 John 1:9.

EQUIP and Support people towards spiritual maturity.
Matthew 28:19-20, Colossians 1:28, Titus 2:11-15, Proverbs 22:6.

ENABLE people to confidently head to towards their God-given purpose.
Jeremiah 29:11-13, Jer. 51:29, Romans 8:28, Ephesians 1:11-12.

Our Mission

Blended not Shaken aims to:

PROVIDE scripture rich books for children and their families who have been affected by divorce or who are single parents in Christian communities.

POSITION ourselves in accessible community locations to facilitate support networks.

PARTNER with churches and Christian schools who embrace our vision and core values.

Karina's Blog..

Click below to access our monthly blog post for biblical encouragement and spiritual insight.

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Support Groups

Our single and step mum support groups meet in 3 locations during school terms. Below are semester 2 dates, 2020.

CITY- Koorong Bookshop, Waymouth Street. Adelaide 10am Saturdays.

Aug 29, Sep 19, Nov 14.

GAWLER- Salvation Army Cafe, 17 Edith St. Gawler East 11am Fridays.

Aug 28, Sep 18, Nov 6.

SOUTH- Ecumenical Centre, Grand Blvd. Seaford 10am Saturdays.

Aug 29, Sep 19, Nov 7.

MURRAY BRIDGE- Due to lack of interest, this group has been cancelled.

SALISBURY EAST- Due to the loss of leader and lack of regular interest, this group has been cancelled.

Testimonials

"I was moved by the content of MY TWO HOUSES and excited to gain a copy for my two girls. After reading it to them, I can see the difference it is making in their lives."

DONNA - SINGLE MUM OF 2 GIRLS

"I gave my son CAUGHT IN THE MIDDLE for Christmas. It was the most beautiful, heartfelt book I've ever read and he absolutely loves it. I was so touched as a mum reading it to him. Such raw honesty and at the same time, such comfort. Even in a nuclear family, the book would be a good read."

KIMMY - BLENDED FAMILY OF 4

My Josh loves MY FAMILY BUSH. As a family we read it through after the launch admittedly through some tears at times. Thank you so much for your ministry Karina and your family; you really are such a blessing.

HELEN - SINGLE MOTHER OF 3 BOYS

I enjoyed ONE STEP AT A TIME because it shows some of the many ups and downs of step families, proving that through hard times and good, God will always be there for us.

CHARLOTTE, 13

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Blended Not Shaken Ministries is a not for profit Christian organization that relies on both the provision from God's hand and the generosity of God's people. Please prayerfully consider giving today.

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Books and Products

FOR FAMILIES, CHURCHES, KINDY AND SCHOOL LIBRARIES,TEACHERS AND COUNSELORS.

My Two Houses tells the story of a child who lives with the challenges of being in a blended family and is helped by prayer, scripture and the knowledge that wherever you are, God is near and can be your friend.

Caught in the Middle is the story of a child whose relationship with God through the Bible and prayer, helps with the difficulties faced and feelings experienced as a result of having divorced parents.

My Family Bush helps to bring meaning to the concepts of 'step', 'half' and 'full' as they apply to blended family relationships whilst showing that all families regardless of their structure are special and loved by God.

One Step at a Time - A Step Family Journal is a collection of short stories written for step families with each chapter of the novel dedicated to one of the fruit of the Holy Spirit. A graphic novel for independent readers.