For Parents

Joanna and Tim talk about how they raised their 4 kids - Audrey, Austen, Aly Jo and Andrew.  Two of their children are in the working world and two are in college. Anyone that knows the kids knows how much they sharpen and love each other. We discuss the things parents can do to help cultivate sibling relationships so that when they are adults they support and encourage each other.

Michelle and Susan, a mom and her daughter, share their unique experiences of being stay at home moms. Michelle and her husband, Tom, raised three children. Tom’s rigorous and demanding work schedule led Michelle to stay home once she became a mom. Just recently after Susan had her second child she left her outside of the home job to become a stay at home mom. We will talk about the great things about being home with your kids, and we will also talk about the difficult things. Susan's Instagram - @slarkin_Michelle's Instagram - @Mmharris_I refer to this in the episode, but if I can help you in your parenting journey, please email! ilassiter@fbrichardson.org

This episode is actually the audio of a video recording from a sermon series at FBCR called Reset. Brandi and Flor talk about what God has done in the lives of their families during this interesting year. If you would like to see the video of this here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=514zy3gxBU0

Turner talks about her experience of being a mom of 4 kids, the South Tampa YoungLife Area Director and lessons learned from watching her mom fight through rheumatoid arthritis. She brings the truth of Romans 5:3-5 to life by sharing personal stories of how the suffering and pain she experienced actually produced character in her life. It's a great perspective for a mom or dad helping their child navigate through something difficult.

Does the role of parenting ever feel overwhelming or too big of a job? Join the club. What if we were never meant to do it alone? Ivy shares about a time that parenting was challenging.For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7

In this conversation Brenda shares experiences she had with her two daughters, Tori and Abby, to help cultivate their independence and confidence. Tori and Abby talk about ways their mom encouraged and equipped them, while also having strong boundaries and holding them accountable to hard things. Not an easy balance, but Brenda did that beautifully! Here are Tori and Abby's social media accounts:Tori's Instagram - @torrence_leeAbby's Instagram - @athomps26Have any questions for Brenda? Reach out to her on Facebook!

Listen to the conversation with Fred, Anne and Julie. Fred and his wife, Mary raised 3 girls, and we discuss specific ways that Fred connected to his girls from babies through adulthood. There are so many practical ideas in this episode from dinner time, bed time, dating and creating memorable experiences. It's so good! If you leave this episode wanting more, please reach out to Fred or his daughters...Fred's Email - fred.hennighausen@gmail.comKaty's Instagram - @katy.rose.collectionAnne's Instagram - @anne_alleyJulie's Instagram - @juliehennigsingleton

As I look back at my childhood I see how through the people around me God was planting truths deep inside. This episode includes a couple of childhood memories and one more recent experience that show how truths can be planted inside of us and bubble up later.

Kimberly and Kyle have raised 3 unique and awesome boys! On this episode we talk about what it was like when they were all little, and the things they wish they hadn't stressed about.

Brett and Shawn talk honestly about the joys and challenges of adopting two children. Their adoption story includes open adoption and being white parents raising bi-racial children. Their daughter, Bri also shares about what it means to have Brett and Shawn as parents, and the experiences that led her to be the bold, beautiful person she is today. To hear more thoughts from Brett, Shawn & Bri, see their social media accounts below:Bri's InstagramShawn's FacebookBrett's Facebook