HELD (Home Education Led by Discipleship)

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Discover Christ-centered home education that nurtures hearts, sharpens minds, and strengthens families.

A circular wooden table arranged for a group discipleship discussion without any people present: multiple open Bibles, each with different colored ribbon bookmarks, surround a central centerpiece of a simple glass vase holding a few eucalyptus branches. A small stack of lined notepads and a cluster of pens in a ceramic holder suggest shared study. Warm golden-hour light streams in from the left, creating long, soft shadows and a welcoming glow on the wood grain. The background shows blurred built-in shelves with neatly stacked books and a subtle cross decor. Photographic realism with a slightly elevated, wide-angle view captures an atmosphere of community, unity, and shared faith in a home education setting.
A sturdy wooden bookshelf lined with carefully arranged Christian discipleship resources, curriculum binders, and color-coded folders, each labeled with neat, legible tags like “Bible”, “History”, and “Character”. A simple framed print featuring a subtle cross and the words “Growing in Christ” leans against the back of the shelf. A soft gray knit blanket is folded on the lower shelf beside a small, potted ivy plant. Warm, diffused afternoon light from the right creates a gentle glow on the spines and a calm play of shadows. Captured in photographic realism from a slightly angled perspective with moderate depth of field, the mood is organized, peaceful, and professional, emphasizing intentional, Christ-centered home education.

Why HELD Exists

HELD partners with parents to create home learning rooted in Scripture, prayer, and real-life discipleship, helping children know Jesus deeply and engage culture with courageous faith.

Explore HELD

HELD Mentors

A clean, inviting home study space styled for Christian education: a white writing desk with a smooth matte surface, topped with an open spiral-bound discipleship curriculum, a wooden pen holder filled with neatly arranged pens, and a small wooden cross standing upright beside a ceramic mug of tea. On the wall behind, a letterboard reads “Strengthened in Community” in crisp white letters. Natural daylight from a nearby window casts soft, even light across the desk, with gentle shadows adding depth. Photographic realism with a modern, minimalist aesthetic, shot from a slightly elevated angle with rule-of-thirds composition, creates a focused, hopeful atmosphere of structured, faith-filled learning at home.

Lindsey Keenan

Co-Founder

Lindsey guides families to weave Scripture through every homeschool subject.

A circular wooden table arranged for a group discipleship discussion without any people present: multiple open Bibles, each with different colored ribbon bookmarks, surround a central centerpiece of a simple glass vase holding a few eucalyptus branches. A small stack of lined notepads and a cluster of pens in a ceramic holder suggest shared study. Warm golden-hour light streams in from the left, creating long, soft shadows and a welcoming glow on the wood grain. The background shows blurred built-in shelves with neatly stacked books and a subtle cross decor. Photographic realism with a slightly elevated, wide-angle view captures an atmosphere of community, unity, and shared faith in a home education setting.

ChatGPT

Co-Founder

Let’s be real, HELD wouldn’t exist without ChatGPT.

A clean, inviting home study space styled for Christian education: a white writing desk with a smooth matte surface, topped with an open spiral-bound discipleship curriculum, a wooden pen holder filled with neatly arranged pens, and a small wooden cross standing upright beside a ceramic mug of tea. On the wall behind, a letterboard reads “Strengthened in Community” in crisp white letters. Natural daylight from a nearby window casts soft, even light across the desk, with gentle shadows adding depth. Photographic realism with a modern, minimalist aesthetic, shot from a slightly elevated angle with rule-of-thirds composition, creates a focused, hopeful atmosphere of structured, faith-filled learning at home.

Bobbi Beth Bacon

Curriculum Assistant

Bobbi is just along for the ride.

Reviews

A circular wooden table arranged for a group discipleship discussion without any people present: multiple open Bibles, each with different colored ribbon bookmarks, surround a central centerpiece of a simple glass vase holding a few eucalyptus branches. A small stack of lined notepads and a cluster of pens in a ceramic holder suggest shared study. Warm golden-hour light streams in from the left, creating long, soft shadows and a welcoming glow on the wood grain. The background shows blurred built-in shelves with neatly stacked books and a subtle cross decor. Photographic realism with a slightly elevated, wide-angle view captures an atmosphere of community, unity, and shared faith in a home education setting.

A. Parent

Through HELD, our living room became a classroom of worship, wonder, and rich conversations about Jesus.

A sturdy wooden bookshelf lined with carefully arranged Christian discipleship resources, curriculum binders, and color-coded folders, each labeled with neat, legible tags like “Bible”, “History”, and “Character”. A simple framed print featuring a subtle cross and the words “Growing in Christ” leans against the back of the shelf. A soft gray knit blanket is folded on the lower shelf beside a small, potted ivy plant. Warm, diffused afternoon light from the right creates a gentle glow on the spines and a calm play of shadows. Captured in photographic realism from a slightly angled perspective with moderate depth of field, the mood is organized, peaceful, and professional, emphasizing intentional, Christ-centered home education.

A. Different Pa

HELD’s community groups kept us encouraged, resourced, and accountable when homeschooling felt overwhelming.