For Parents

This episode is a short reflection on Luke 2, and Mary and Joseph taking baby Jesus to the temple.

Stephanie and Mark talk about how to have vision for your family, create goals, plan your families time and reflect back on what’s working and what’s not. There are lots of practical Ideas in here. They began intentionally planning their family's time when their third child was a baby, and they've seen the ways it has made a big impact on each of their lives. Mark mentions a tool that can you you get started. Here it is! They both talk about how they teach their kids about financial responsibility, and they use a tool called Faith & Finances. Their high schooler started lettering courses for kids, and we talk about how setting goals throughout her life allowed her to make this happen. Her instagram account is here: @lalalettering_

This is episode is a conversation with a Granddad and his daughter. They talk about how to create meaningful connections with kids which includes FUN, an element of danger and some problem solving. They talk about the power of leaving legacy and how the idea of pouring into the next generation was something they experienced as children. This episode will leave you inspired... and maybe you'll want to build a ninja course!For more FUN ideas follow Susan on Instagram: @susancaruthers

This is a conversation with two retired librarians - Minetta and Grace. Minetta has grown children, grandkids, she loves books and she is also is an incredible storyteller - like she gets invited to go places and tell stories. She has an incredible knowledge of all kinds of books for all different kinds of occasions. Grace has grown children, loves books and is the ultimate book gift giver. You can ask the Lassiter brothers about this!A few sites and books they mention:Texas Library AssociationAmerican Library AssociationGood ReadsThe Public Library!Minetta’s Favorite List - Anne of Green Gables All books written by Patricia Polacco Chicka Chicka Boom BoomGrace’s Favorite List -  Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus & Knuffle Bunny by Mo WillemsThe Chronicles of Narnia by CS LewisThe Trees of the Dancing Goats by Patricia Polacco

This episode is a conversation with Mary Flo, the founder of a resource called The Birds and the Bees. It’s a strategy for talking to your kids about their body and sex in a helpful and healthy way.  You will love hearing Mary Flo's wisdom on equipping your kids on technology, dating, modesty and preparing yourself to talk to your kids about sex. For more from The Birds & The Bees click here.Follow their instagram here!Listen to the episode for a 20% off coupon on their digital resources!!

This episode is a short story about a time my mom showed me how to process through big decisions.

In this episode you will hear from Ron. He has 3 grown daughters and a son in elementary school. He talks about how he started building relationships with people that lived on the streets and how he has included his children in those experiences. We talk about how as a family you can serve the homeless population, and how you can talk to your kids about it.To see more about Church Under the Tree click here.

On this episode Marcy and her daughter, Jessica talk all about hospitality. If you have ever been in Marcy or Jessica’s homes, you’ve experienced that sense of comfort, belonging and very good food! Marcy is a mom of 3, grandmother of 9 and hosting large groups is her area of expertise. Her daughter, Jessica, has learned a lot from her mom, and is carrying on the legacy of welcoming people into her home. In this episode you’ll hear some tips on making your home a place that people want to be at, but you’ll also get a clear view of what actually makes a person extend hospitality.

On this episode Leigh talks about the systems and processes she has in place to create order and organization in the home while also allowing her 4 kids to be kids. She shares how she keeps a handle on laundry, schedules, virtual school (!) and toys. As her family has grown she has been on a journey to figure out what areas she needs hold a little more loosely. She's learned how to let her kids be a part of contributing to the order in their home by using a chore chart and daily house responsibilities. It's a great listen... especially for any parents that are enneagram 1's!

Correll and Robby share their experience of parenting through the loss of their 16 daughter, Kaitlin. They share how they navigate life without her and the remarkable things that God has done through this pain.A few weeks before Kaitlin's death her life was changed at a Young Life camp. The following year Correl and Robbie attended that same exact camp to see all of the things she experienced. While at camp they experienced God like never before. Since then they have been a part of Young Life and find it a joy to show teenagers who Jesus is.Kaitlin was a JJ Pearce High School softball player, and Correl and Robbie continue to be involved in that program helping out with whatever is needed.While this is a story that includes a tragic death, this is more a story of how God has given life to so many through Correl and Robbie's faithful willingness to be used by God.