It was predicted that the 21st century would be an era of family stress and transformation (McCubbin, McCubbin, Thompson, Han, & Allen, 1997). When evaluating what families face today and what FCS professionals are addressing in current research, curriculum, and programming, it seems that this is indeed the case. Today's FCS professionals need to be creative, resourceful, and proactive in identifying and addressing more effective ways for individuals and families to manage stress. This article discusses how providing families and individuals with opportunities for spiritual development could be a new role for FCS curriculum and research. In particular, the role of leisure activities and travel as stress management tools are discussed. (Contains 4 tables.)