FamTime Podcast

Join our Director of Advancement as he continues our series through the FOTS! Pick up your activity book today to lead your family through this amazing topic:https://famtime.com/product/the-fruit-of-the-spirit/

Join our Director as he walks through the work that God does in believers from the inside out. Kindness, in the eyes of God, is a supernaturally provided disposition that is cultivated out of a responsive relationship to our kind Savior. We hope this short episode encourages you to remain in Christ and treat others with the kindness we have received from Him!

Join our Director of Advancement for an encouraging episode on patience! We all need it and God is ready to produce it in our lives!

We think you'll get a good laugh at Frank's expense in the back half of this episode lol. We almost called this one "the cough episode" for reasons you'll see!Join Frank and Cole as they dive deeper into the topic of Jesus providing peace for you and your family.

Our next topic within our FOTS series focuses on the joy of the Lord! What is it, what are misconceptions about it, who has it, what impact does it have on families, and much more!

In this episode, Cole and Frank begin our series on the FOTS by focusing on love! Specifically, how the Bible describes our walk with Christ and what impact it can have on our families. Listen through to the end to hear two practical next steps, and check out our FOTS activity book:https://famtime.com/product/the-fruit-of-the-spirit/

In this episode, Cole and Frank introduce our new series, which walks through the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22-23. What does the FOTS have to do with our parenting, family, and individual growth? Join us to find out!

Join Frank Trimble and Cole Sandlin as we kick off our fourth season of the FamTime Podcast! You'll get a preview of all that is coming including a new series on the Fruit of the Spirit. We hope you're encouraged and equipped by our show but we also hope you're able to laugh with (and sometimes at) our hosts! We're thankful for each of you!

Some episodes are serious and some are not... This one is an example of the latter! Join Frank and Cole as they discuss Thanksgiving nostalgia, traditions, and of course, FOOD! We are so thankful for each of you!

Join Frank and Cole as they share personal stories about Advent and some practical tips for the season! GET 20% OFF of all Family Time Advent resources by using the code: advent20 when you visit https://famtime.com/product-category/christmas/

It was such a joy to have Beth Meverden on the podcast to talk about her new book Church(ing) Kids: Four Keys to Keeping Your Children Engaged in Church. This is a very important and sometimes polarizing conversation that Beth enters into with so much grace, wisdom, and conviction. To find the resources discussed in this podcast, check out Beth's website: https://www.bethmeverden.com/

Our special guest today has been involved in Men's Ministry for over 20 years! His ministry, Noble Warriors, works with local churches to disciple men. We love this ministry and we know you will too! Check out the Noble Warriors Website: https://noblewarriors.org/ Subscribe to The Noble Man Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-noble-man/id1507255127 Learn more about the Men's Ministry conference Mike discussed: https://ncmm.org/

Venting on social media can be such a cathartic experience at times. However, our director gives two suggested steps in this episode to use as a filter before you air frustrations online.

Summertime means camp time! Between VBS, youth camp, and mission trips there are many opportunities for God to work uniquely in the hearts and minds of students. In light of that, we wanted to provide 3 simple steps for parents to follow when their kids return from one of these great experiences. We hope these steps encourage you as you seek to continue discipling your kids in the home and in concert with your church!

Most of us have dealt with the comparison trap before and it is brutal. Take a couple of minutes today to be encouraged with 2 suggestions to use while fighting the war against comparison.

In this episode, Paul and Paula Scott share what it was like to raise kids with biblical intentionality. They started using Family Time activities when their (now grown) kids were young, and have great stories of how God used our material in their lives. Listen to Paul's radio interview with our Executive Director: https://www.wpeo.com/tgw-feed/e29hjjhnstz3tg3-ynjgk-j8whk-j6zae-b22zd-zkjp3-ly2rc-8hs53-ajmzb-ddedn-bkset-lfc5m-g9ls3-ze3rm-ph5cb-6yr4b-dbr3s-njpyt-ybdn4-p3p59-78wsy Check out 12 free Family Time activities by following this link: https://famtime.com/featured-favorite-activities/

In this short episode, our Executive Director reflects on some wisdom from Dr. Richard Ross of Southwestern Seminary (swbts.edu) that will remind us of our personal need for Jesus BEFORE we minister to others. Take a few minutes to be encouraged today!

This episode is dedicated to encouraging long tenures for church staff members. Frank Trimble gives us 5 reasons to stay in your current church staff role but also unpacks what it will take to stay and what he is NOT advocating for. This episode is for pastors and church staff members. However, church members will benefit greatly from this as they understand the struggle and experience of church leadership.

Austin Dovin serves as the Family Discipleship Pastor at Redemption Hill Church in Colorado Springs. In this episode, he shares about his background, ministry life, parent ministry, and his journey as a new dad! This conversation will equip church staff members and encourage parents! We're so excited for you to get to know this great friend.

Spontaneity is wonderful and can be such an amazing addition to creating a warm and loving home environment. However, our director takes a few minutes to encourage you via your calendar in this episode. Planning for simple moments helps us push through the busyness and the demands that crowd around us. Listen to this short episode and keep us in the loop on what you decide to do!

Here at Family Time, we love the topic of intentionality and we love helpful resources. If you're with us, this episode is for you! Being an intentional father can be tough. However, Adam Sculnick has written a resource that will certainly help. We can't wait for you to interact with this edition of the FamTime Podcast! Get Adam's book here: https://amz.run/8vEf

You'll not want to miss this interview with our friend Amber Pike of RENEWANATION! Her ministry and the organization's overall work align with the heart of Family Time Training. In this discussion, Frank and Amber discuss Christian education, family ministry, Christian worldview formation, and the different ways this ministry can bless you.  Online Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/721367189424536/ Video Podcast: https://www.biblicalworldviewshow.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: https://shop.renewanation.org/ REAP 24 Conference: https://www.renewanation.org/reap24

How can kids be equipped to worship God Biblically? What does that mean for parents, church members, and children's church? Laney Stayton of CDM Children's Ministry and Teach Us to Worship provides our listeners with wonderful inspiration and ideas for intentionality in these areas and more. Find out more at: teachustoworship.org Books referenced in this interview: Reformed Worship by Jonty Rhodes https://www.amazon.com/Reformed-Worship-Blessings-Faith-Rhodes/dp/1629959073/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1EQ3XAOAQJHYU&keywords=reformed+worship+by+jonty+rhodes&qid=1706296696&sprefix=reformed+Worship+by+%2Caps%2C349&sr=8-1 Let the Children Worship by Jason Helopoulos https://www.amazon.com/Let-Children-Worship-Jason-Helopoulos/dp/1781919097/ref=sr_1_1?crid=J2P3KIM5Q9VN&keywords=Let+the+children+worship&qid=1706296797&sprefix=let+the+children+worship%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-1 Sunday Matters by Paul David Tripp https://www.amazon.com/Sunday-Matters-Devotionals-Prepare-Church/dp/1433582821/ref=sr_1_1?crid=FHM7WDBP0S6T&keywords=Sunday+matters&qid=1706296843&sprefix=sunday+matters%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1

To celebrate the 50th episode of the FamTime Podcast, we're introducing two new staff members! We're so excited for you to meet Leah Vigil & Cole Sandlin! Join us as we talk about family, ice cream, and some things we're looking forward to as a ministry.

In this episode, our director encourages listeners to take advantage of the time we have with our kids. It can be tough to acknowledge such an elephant in the room. However, when we do, we allow intentionality a chance to impact our families. For more information about RENEWANATION check out their website: renewanation.org

Here we are in a new year and a new season of the FamTime Podcast! Hear our director share three helpful tips for parents as they seek to start the new year with intentionality. Stay tuned for an awesome third season of our show!

This is our final episode in the Coaching Corner mini-series and we're wrapping up with the END in mind. The question for our episode today is "Are families being sent out?" Home discipleship is not the end goal as if the topic could replace God Himself. Home discipleship is one crucial topic and practice that seeks to see the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20)carried out in a lost and dying world. Join Frank Trimble as he unpacks this concept and wraps up our latest series!

In the second-to-last Coaching Corner episode, Frank asks the question, "Are parents being held accountable?" Accountability can be a touchy subject but we hope this episode shows how the right accountability can change a home. Take a listen to find out more!

In episode #43 Frank covered the "why" of home discipleship. In this episode of the Coaching Corner series, we continue that theme with the "how" of home discipleship. If God calls parents to be the primary disciple-makers of their kids, are they being coached on how to do so?

In this episode, Frank Trimble and Mark Hallock talk about their new book entitled "Every Kid Matters: How Your Church Can Effectively Shepherd the Next Generation" There's nothing more important than shepherding the next generation, but how do we do it? What does it look like? Who is involved? This book was written to help you answer these questions and to implement an effective strategy in your church. Stay tuned until the end of the episode where you can hear the introduction from the book! Get your copy today: https://amz.run/7DML

In the most recent installment of our Coaching Corner mini-series, Frank Trimble asks, "Do parents know the "why" of home discipleship?" What's the big deal? Why do we talk about this so much and why should it matter to parents and the pastors that serve them?

Thank goodness for all of the different resources at our disposal. There are so many good curriculums to choose from out there that can really bless the kids, youth, and parents that call your church home. In this installment of the Coaching Corner mini-series, we look at the question, "Are current resources being maximized for families?" Does your current Sunday morning or mid-week kids or youth curriculum offer take-home material? What's the best way to get take-home material into the hands of parents? Join the discussion! Fill out this short form to schedule your consultation call today! famtime.com/consultation

In this episode, we're continuing our coaching corner mini-series! Are children's and youth ministers aligned in their ministry efforts and strategy? Are children's and youth pastors being trained in family ministry? Why does it matter? Schedule a free consultation call today! https://famtime.com/consultation-call/

Dr. Jonathan Williams of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Gospel Family Ministries joins us for our 40th episode! Learn more about what training is available for those interested in family ministry and all that God is doing through Jonathan's efforts at Gospel Family Ministries. There's a family worship revival happening and we get a front-row seat to all that God is doing! Check out SWBTS here: https://swbts.edu/school/school-of-educational-ministries/ Check out Gospel Family Ministries Here: https://gospelfamily.org/ Check out Dr. Williams' books: https://amz.run/6zhO https://amz.run/6zhP https://amz.run/6zhQ

In this episode, our Executive Director begins a mini-series based on Family Time Trainings consultation program. These "Coaching Corner" episodes will be about 10 minutes a piece and are meant to introduce concepts that we feel are important for a healthy family ministry philosophy, plan, & practice to take root in your church. The first topic emphasizes the importance of Senior Pastors in the family ministry culture of a given church.

Carissa Potter is an internationally known children's mobilizer, teacher, and speaker who has worked with parents and children's ministry teachers for over a decade. She is the founder of the Families team at Via, dedicated to helping families embrace their role in God's story of redeeming the nations. Her desire is to equip Christian parents to raise a generation of lifelong, world-changing followers of Jesus.Via provides parents with fun, practical, easy ways to weave a passion for both the person and purposes of Jesus into their family's everyday life. Check out Via Ministries' Website: https://www.vianations.org/families

Why would a church temporarily pause regular children's church programming on Sunday mornings to focus on intergenerational worship? Listen to Amy Skatula of Calvary-Englewood (https://englewood.thecalvary.org/) as she casts the vision for Sharpen Our Arrows! Want to learn more? Check out these two episodes from our friends at the Acoma Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-acoma-podcast/id1436084785?i=1000525876585 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-acoma-podcast/id1436084785?i=1000528310316

What happens when a lead pastor cares about home discipleship? How can you bring a home discipleship emphasis to Sunday morning worship services? Listen to Josh Green and Tina Toman of Calvary Severance to find out! Visit Calvary's website: https://severance.thecalvary.org/ Pick up a copy of the Family Time Roadmap here: https://famtime.com/product/family-roadmap/

Jason Richards is the Director of Texas Super Summer and his passion is to teach students to know and share the gospel. Jason also applies this passion for student ministry to equipping families to be on mission together. Listen as Frank interviews Jason about an event where families can come together to be equipped with the gospel in a fun and engaging way! To register and find more information on Greenhouse, simply follow this link: https://www.supersummer.com/greenhouse

We're very excited to introduce you to Master Naturalist, Eryn Lynum! In this episode, Eryn shows us how we can learn more about God through exploring nature. Summer is here and Eryn's ministry will serve as a great guide through nature hikes, backyard play, and much more. Check out Eryn's new book! https://amz.run/6gB8 Subscribe to Eryn's new podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nat-theo-nature-lessons-rooted-in-the-bible/id1679872468 Visit Eryn's website: https://erynlynum.com/

In our final installment of the Family Time Format mini-series, we discuss how parents can begin teaching the Bible at home. We have examples, suggestions, and encouragement for any family attempting to learn the Truth together. Take a look at our training options: https://famtime.com/training/

Have you ever heard your kids pray out loud? Have your kids ever heard you pray out loud? This can be a tough topic for some that find praying out loud to be intimidating. However, introducing prayer in your times of family worship can be such a blessing. Listen to Frank and Jenna as they unpack the reason and the application of praying with your family.

As we continue our Family Time Format mini-series we find ourselves talking through the idea of a family time theme song! Before you get nervous about singing a theme song that you don't yet know, listen to Jenna a Frank. They describe what this song can be and how it can add an awesome component to your times of family worship.

In this episode, Frank and Jenna continue our mini-series through our Family Time Roadmap resource (famtime.com/product/family-roadmap/). In the 7th stop of the Roadmap, families are guided and encouraged to focus on the area of worship. We believe that listening to Christian music, worshiping in a local church, and participating in family worship can have a huge impact on each of your family members. Suggested music list from our website: https://famtime.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Stop-7-Christian-Music-scaled.jpg Frank's 1980s-2000s Christian Music Playlist (Get ready for a walk down memory lane!): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Q67lzVUErY7FP26JQv3Cv?si=c13a38fb7e2247f7

We were honored and delighted to host Lauren Jackson, the founder of Kids Ministry Circle (kidsministrycircle.com), on the FamTime Podcast! In this episode, you'll hear more about Lauren's ministry and her heart for children's ministry. You'll learn how to effectively partner with the children's ministry department in your church and those that lead it. We pray this episode encourages you to plug in to your local church in a new and intentional way. Find out more about Kid's Ministry Circle here: https://kidsministrycircle.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kidsministrycircle https://www.instagram.com/kidsministrycircle/

In the second installment of our Family Time Roadmap Mini-Series, we find ourselves at the "destination" of prayer! Join Jenna and Frank as they walk through the different "stops" within this wonderful topic! famtime.com/roadmap Al Mohler's book on the Apostles Creed: https://amz.run/6K2q Village Church sermon series on the Apostles Creed: https://www.thevillagechurch.net/resources/series/the-apostles-creed/

Doctrine and theology get a bad rap these days. However, knowing what you believe, why you believe it, and what your family members are taught has never been more important. Wade Williams, the Middle School Principle of Resurrection Christian School in Loveland, CO, uses his expertise to help us understand the difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary doctrines. Understanding these categories in light of Scripture and Church history allows us to truly unite with other believers and also guard against false teaching that easily hinders the spiritual development of our family members. Original Hitchens Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=fp1XqK49XQY Ressurection Christian School: rcschool.org

Doctrine and theology get a bad rap these days. However, knowing what you believe, why you believe it, and what your family members are taught has never been more important. Wade Williams, the Middle School Principle of Resurrection Christian School in Loveland, CO, uses his expertise to help us understand the difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary doctrines. Understanding these categories in light of Scripture and Church history allows us to truly unite with other believers and also guard against false teaching that easily hinders the spiritual development of our family members. Ressurection Christian School: rcschool.org

With a new year comes a new season! We are so happy to begin season two with a mini-series based on our Family Time Roadmap. In each installment of this mini-series, you'll hear Frank and Jenna unpack the four destination topics within. This episode focuses on the importance of Scripture in the life of your family and how the Roadmap can help guide you through such an important topic. For more information on our Roadmap visit famtime.com/roadmap

It's hard to believe but we've reached the final episode of our first season of the FamTime Podcast! Jenna and Frank thought it would be a good idea to walk through their top 5 favorite episodes inspired by the concept of our Top 5 Blogs at famtime.com/blogs. Though we loved all of our season one guests, we thought that going over some high points would be a great way to celebrate what God has done. Here are the links to the guests Jenna and Frank mentioned: Tennant School of Theology: https://www.williamtennent.org/ Cultivating Your Child's Quiet Time: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/9-cultivating-your-childs-quiet-time-with-god/id1600160890?i=1000560466711 Intergenerational Ministry/Matthew Deprez: https://amz.run/6CQz Rob Rienow/Visionary Family Ministries: https://visionaryfam.com/

In our Family Time Format series, we break down seven guidelines that have proven to be helpful for families. In this installment, Jenna and Frank discuss the value of reviewing the content of the previous week with your family members. Hear ideas about using sermons, resources from your church, and FTT activities to reinforce what you've already learned.