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Living My "Blessed" Life(1 Peter 3:8-17)For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesApologetics 101 - SwindollApologetics Card - WilsonNine Virtues - SwindollINTRODUCTION: Blessed with blessings so that you are blessed.(בָּרַךְ - bārak) with (שָׁלוֹם šhālōm) so you are (אַשְׁרֵי - ashrei)"Enriched with wholeness so that you are enviable."The Inner Qualities of'a Blessed LifeBelievers should actively make decisions in step with their identity.(1 Peter 3:8-12)Virtue: Righteous character is the foundation of a strong community (3:8-9).Blessing: Righteous character is a double blessing (3:9b-10).Discipline: The Lord opposes Christians without righteous character (3:11-12).The Blessed Life of Unjust SufferingSuffering for doing good is worth the trouble & leads to blessings.(1 Peter 3:13-17)Safety: You have no one and nothing to fear if you are doing good (3:13).Value: Suffering for righteousness results in blessings (3:14a).Perspective Be committed to Christ and live above the fray (3: 14b-16).Options: It is better to have God on your side through unjust suffering than to suffer for doing what is wrong (3:17).The truly blessed life is having God on your side when the road is bumpyas a result of your display of righteous character rather than having the world on your side under God's discipline."Present Suffering and Future Glory"I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.For the creation waits in cager expectation for the children of God to be revealed. Romans 8:18-19Home Church QuestionsRedefining "Blessed"1. When you hear the word blessed, what do you normally think of? How did this message challenge or reshape your definition of the blessed life?2. How is God's definition of blessed different than ours?Choosing Character on Purpose (1 Pet. 3:8-9)3. Peter lists inner qualities like unity, compassion, humility, and blessing others. Which one is hardest for you to live out consistently?Blessing Those Who Wrong You (1 Pet. 3:9)4. What does it look like in real life to not repay evil for evil, but instead give a blessing? Can you share a time when you saw it done well?Pursuing Peace with Discipline (1 Pet. 3:10-12)5. Peter connects a "good life" with guarding speech and pursuing peace. What habits, attitudes, or words most often threaten peace in your relationships?Unjust Suffering and Fear (1 Pet. 3:13-14)6. Peter says believers shouldn't fear when suffering for doing good. What kinds of fear tend to rise up in you when obedience leads to discomfort, conflict, or rejection?Living Above the Fray (1 Pet. 3:14b-16)7. How would someone describe your "tone" when you face pressure-online, at work, in family conflict, or around unbelievers? What would it mean for you to show both gentleness and respect in those moments?God on Your Side When Life Gets Bumpy (1 Pet. 3:17)8. What helps you choose the path that keeps God "by your side and or your side" even when the road is bumpy and people are against you?9. Are you ready to give an answer for the hope that lies within you? What do you need to do to be prepared? Why is this important?UPG FOCUS: The Khorasani Turk in Iran The Khorasani Turk live in the remote Khorasan region of northeastern Iran. Most work as farmers, craftsmen, and carpet makers within close-knit family communities. They are entirely Muslim with little access to the gospel since Scripture translation is only just beginning. This is a largely forgotten people, yet not forgotten by God. Pray for the message of Jesus to reach them through creative means, for believing families to live among them, and for the Khorasani Turk to encounter Christ as Lord.FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 02/15 62,919Giving For 02/22 30,796YTD Budget 1,176,923Giving 1,517,917 OVER/(UNDER) 340,994 Fellowship Youth & College Silent Auction | March 8 | 4 pm - 6pmJoin us for a fun evening supporting our mission trips to Arlington, TX, and the Czech Republic! Bid on baked goods, service certificates, gift baskets, overnight stays, and more. Light refreshments provided. Childcare available for ages 6 and under by request (contact Shanna 501-336-0332). New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Mens breakfast - March 11 | 6:00 a.m.Join us for a great breakfast, fellowship around the table, and time of prayer with other men from our body. As men, we are called to know, love, and serve God, and this is just one opportunity to gather with other believers to live out that calling. Please RSVP to Michael at 501-339-4222 if you are able to attend. Hope to see you on Wednesday, March 11th! Fellowship 101 - April 12 | 9:00 a.m Whether you've been visiting Fellowship Conway for a few weeks or a few months, we'd love to invite you to take the next step in getting connected. Come hear our heart as a church — who we are, what we do, and why we're passionate about it. It's also a welcoming space to ask questions, meet others, and discover how you might grow and serve alongside us. Please register at fellowshipconway.org/register so we can plan well and keep you updated with reminders or any details about the class. If you have questions or would like more information, feel free to reach out to Michael Harrison at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org — we'd love to help you get connected.Fellowship Men's Muster Men's Muster is April 17-19, 2026. Senior Teaching Pastor, Chris Moore, will be our speaker, and the weekend promises to be great for growing spiritually and connecting deeply with other men. Cost is $135 or $85 for a college/High School student. If money is an issue, please check the “contact me” button. We will reach out to see what you are able to pay. Register at fellowshipconway.org/men Fellowship Kids P.J.'s and Pop-TartsIt's that time of year again! Sunday, March 8, we are springing forward AND losing an hour of sleep. Don't worry about getting your kids dressed or feeding them breakfast. You bring them in their pajamas, and we will provide the Pop-Tarts. We will be waiting for all of your sleepy heads!Holy Week on Hogan StreetPastors from several churches along Hogan Lane have come together to host a special Holy Week gathering, March 30–April 3. Participating pastors include Herschel Richardson of Grace Methodist, Larry White of Woodland Heights, Chase Moser of Cornerstone Bible, Jim Hays of Grace Presbyterian, along with Chris Moore and Ken Wilson from Fellowship Bible Church. You're invited to gather each weekday of Holy Week from 12:00–1:00 pm at Grace Methodist for a brief time of worship, a devotional message from one of the pastors, and a shared meal. Donations will be accepted and directed towards local missions. Day Light Saving - Next Sunday, March 8We're Springing Forward! Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 8. Be sure to move your clocks ahead one hour so you don't miss worship.

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Families in rural areas of New York say it is increasingly difficult to find child care. According to a report from the Children's Agenda, seven rural counties in Western New York shows can be characterized as child care deserts, where there are more than three children under the age of five per licensed child care slot for children in that age group. Structural and funding issues are contributing to the challenges, and providers point to low child care educator pay as a critical factor in the availability of reliable care. So what can be done? Our guests discuss it: Pete Nabozny, director of policy for The Children's Agenda Rachel Bonsignore, executive director of Liftoff Western New York Kathleen Valley, executive board member for Praising Kids Child Care Center in Medina  Taryn Moyle, child care resource center program manager for Community Action of Orleans and Genesee, Inc. Lindsey Dailey, parent ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

This Day in Maine for Friday, February 27, 2026.

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

Choosing childcare isn't one-size-fits-all — and no one really prepares you for the emotional, financial, and logistical reality of it. In this episode, Annabel and Dale break down the most common caregiving options (live-in and live-out nannies, part-time help, daycare, and au pairs) and what it's actually like to navigate each one.We talk real costs beyond hourly rates, coverage gaps, PTO, last-minute cancellations, burnout, maternity leave, flexibility, and how different setups impact your work life, mental load, and family rhythm. Whether you're pregnant, newly postpartum, managing multiple kids, or rethinking your current setup, this episode will help you feel more informed, supported, and confident in choosing what works for your season. Because motherhood is hard enough — you shouldn't have to figure childcare out alone.

Nine childcare services that failed to lift standards by the federal government's deadline are now in a process that could end with their taxpayer funding being cut.

Nine childcare services that failed to lift standards by the federal government's deadline are now in a process that could end with their taxpayer funding being cut.

Mackenzie Grayson, Campaign Manager, Best Start For Kids STL & Lisa Scheer, Child Care Director, Baden Christian Child Care Center, join Megan Lynch in-studio as they kick off their campaign for a ballot measure that would help subsidize child care in St Louis. BestStartForKids.org

Emmy Liss, executive director of the Mayor's Office of Child Care, talks about the deadline for families to apply for 3K/Pre-K and the mayor's plans for expanding child care options, generally. (Photo by: Deb Cohn-Orbach/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

Last year, the Salt Lake County Council decided to close county-operated childcare centers. Well, now, the Council has voted to explore more childcare options for vulnerable families. Aimee Winder Newton, SLCO Council Chair, explains what this looks like.

February 25th, 2026

This week on Inside Olympia...Austin Jenkins sits down and talks budget and spending with Senate Ways and Means Chair June Robinson and the Ranking Republican on that committee Senator Chris Gildon. 

Childcare Choice researcher Maddy Simmonds joined Clinton Maynard on Sydney Now to discuss growing calls for the child care subsidy to be extended to more care options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when you step away from the daily noise of running your child care business and give yourself space to think bigger? In this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian and Carol Duprey dive into a topic that many leaders overlook: the transformative value of attending conferences. Tune in as they share candid insights about why investing time in learning, networking, and personal growth can unlock clarity, sharpen focus, and accelerate your progress as an owner.   Listen in as Brian reflects on his first conference experience and the mindset shifts that followed, from setting meaningful goals to surrounding yourself with people who are operating at the level you aspire to reach. Join us as they discuss the power of community, learning from others' mistakes, and why knowledge only creates impact when it's applied. They also explore the real financial and operational lessons gained through collaboration, benchmarking, and simply being in rooms where big ideas are shared openly.   This conversation goes beyond strategy and numbers. Brian and Carol highlight the importance of connection, culture, and even fun when stepping outside your center. From building unity with your team to gaining perspective that's hard to find in the day-to-day grind, they unpack how these experiences can influence leadership, decision-making, and long-term vision. You'll hear honest reflections on lessons learned the hard way and how those lessons shape the way they support other owners today.   Join us for an encouraging and practical discussion about working on your business instead of constantly working in it. Whether you attend one conference or several this year, this episode offers perspective on how stepping into learning environments can reignite motivation, spark ideas, and push you toward the next level of growth. Listen in and consider what intentional time away could mean for your goals in 2026 and beyond. Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   Need help with your child care marketing? Reach out! At Child Care Genius Marketing we offer website development, hosting, and security, Google Ads creation and management, done for you social media content and ads management. If you'd rather do it yourself, we also have the Genius Box, which is a monthly subscription chock full of social media & blog content, as well as a new monthly lead magnet every month! Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. https://childcaregenius.com/marketing-solutions/  Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

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Send a textIn this episode, Carrie and Kate sit down with Fiona Webb, a UK childcare owner, for a warm, globe-trotting chat. They swap stories about Fiona's journey from the army to early years education, compare UK and US childcare quirks, and dream up a world tour to explore international programs. The conversation is full of laughs, practical wisdom, and reminders that finding the right fit. Between families and programs, matters most. You'll walk away inspired to keep learning, connecting, and maybe even planning your own childcare adventure!Thanks for Listening

Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion of the abstract things we say to children and why that only provides them with "nonsense data."Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

In this episode, we discuss two areas of focus within a recently released white paper titled “Women in the Workplace in 2025: Utahns' Awareness, Understanding, and Attitudes.” This comprehensive report explores the realities facing Utah women and girls across four critical areas, but we'll just focus on two of them: Childcare/Pre-K Programs and Organizational Strategies & Workplace Culture.Based on an 83-item survey conducted from October 1 through November 19, 2025, the study includes insights from more than 5,200 Utahns across both representative and convenience samples. This marks the third consecutive year of data collection, allowing us to examine how perceptions and experiences have shifted since the 2023 and 2024 surveys. In this episode, we walk through some key findings to better understand the challenges, trends, and opportunities shaping the lives of Utah women and girls today. Dr. Susan Madsen, an Extension Professor of Leadership at Utah State University and the Founding Director of the UWLP and A Bolder Way Forward, is joined by two Bolder Way Forward leaders. First, Sheena Blauvelt, Executive Director of HR, USANA Health Services, and A Bolder Way Forward's Organizational Strategies & Workplace Culture spoke advisor. Also joining us is Lynne Burton, who served as A Bolder Way Forward's Childcare/Pre-K Programs Spoke Coordinator. Support the show

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

Life in a Great Marriage(1 Peter 3:1-7)Message SlidesHousehold Expectations in the First Century - NIV Study BibleGod, Sex & Marriage - SlatteryBeyond Crotchety Husbands and Onery Wives - SwindollPeter on Marriage - Allen RossThe Significance for Marriage Today - Karen JobesMarriage - J.I. PackerSubmission - Jim SamraFor the bulletin in PDF form, click here.Definitions: • Marriage: One man and one woman in a covenant relationship of mutual submission and love for life. • Wives: God's gracious gift of beauty, reflecting His grace given to men as an asset to complete and redeem them. • Husbands: God's gracious gift of strength, reflecting God's power given to women as an asset to complete and redeem them.Words for WivesSubmit to God's will for your husband. • The Command: Submission is a proper response to authority which maintains dignity, honor & equality as a reflection of the Trinity and takes place in the context of mutual submission (3:1a) •. The Context: Disobedient Husbands—ἀπειθεω (apeitheo) disobedient, antagonistic, apathetic to the Word and will of God (3:1b) • The Outcome: Won Over to God's Will —the goal is spiritual growth (3:1c) • The Manner: Quiet and Gentle Spirit—without nagging, but with quiet confidence in the Lord and your love for your husband on full display (3:1d-2) • The Misunderstanding: Outward Beauty vs. Inward Beauty—Character counts more than physical appeal with these important matters (3:3-4) • The Example: Sarah in Genesis —she knew God's will for Abraham and moved toward the realization of that goal 18 (3:5-6a) • The Challenge: Fear— (3:6b)Help for HusbandsWith growing insight, respect your wife as a gift from God. • The Command: Be Considerate—γνωσις keen knowledge, insight, and tact (3:7a) • The Context: You Live with Them—a growing relationship of honor & dignity (3:7b) • The Manner: Treat Them with Respect—απονεμοντες τιμην (rendering honor, respect), acknowledging their value with gratitude, honor, respect (3:7c) • The Need: Fragile Equal Partners—equal but different (3:7d) • The Outcome: Answered Prayer—The health of your marriage is a spiritual matter (3:7e)Marriages with spiritually strategic, submissive wivesand intentionally insightful, respectful husbandsmake the gospel look good.“Sanctify Christ as Lord in Your Heart”Furthermore, it is my firm conviction that we have placed the wrongemphasis on the word “submission”; we have also been preoccupiedwith “what we can do” and “what our rights are,” whereas the biblicalinjunction is that the wife ought to give her life to her husband, “to serve andcherish him” and the husband ought to lay down his life for his wife. Scot McKnightHome Church Questions 1. How does Peter define marriage in this passage—as a personal relationship, a spiritual partnership, or a gospel witness? How does viewing marriage primarily as a platform for God's glory reshape our expectations of it?2. How does the fact that we are to submit to God's will for our marriages—not our spouse's will for us—change your view of your role in your marriage?3. In verses 1–2, why does Peter address wives first, and how does submission function as obedience to God rather than submission to sin or abuse?4. What does Peter mean when he says a husband may be “won without a word” (3:1)? How does godly conduct communicate the gospel more powerfully than arguments or pressure?5. How do verses 3–4 challenge cultural ideas of beauty, worth, and influence—especially for women? What does cultivating a “quiet and gentle spirit” look like in today's fast-paced and opinion-driven culture?6. Why does Peter point to Sarah as an example in verses 5–6, and how does faith-driven obedience overcome fear in marriage? What categories of fear commonly hinder trust in God's design for marriage today?7. According to verse 7, what responsibilities does Peter place on husbands, and why is spiritual leadership inseparable from consideration and honor? How does treating a wife as an “equal heir of the grace of life” challenge passive or authoritarian models of leadership?8. Peter warns that mistreating one's wife can hinder prayer (3:7). How does this connection between marriage and spiritual life reinforce the idea that marriages with submissive wives and respectful husbands make the gospel visible and credible?UPG FOCUS: The Mussali in PakistanThe Mussali are a marginalized Muslim people in Punjab, Pakistan, historically forced into Islam and carrying low social status. Many work in sanitation and other overlooked jobs. Though New Testament resources exist in their language, few have heard the gospel. Pray that God would stir spiritual hunger among the Mussali, raise up workers, and reveal Christ as their true hope.FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 02/01 378,325Giving For 02/08 60,963YTD Budget 1,107,692Giving 1,424,238 OVER/(UNDER) 316,546 Fellowship Youth & College Silent Auction | March 8 | 4 pm - 6pmJoin us for a fun evening supporting our mission trips to Arlington, TX, and the Czech Republic! Bid on baked goods, service certificates, gift baskets, overnight stays, and more. Light refreshments provided. Childcare available for ages 6 and under by request (contact Shanna 501-336-0332). New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Men's breakfastJoin us for a great breakfast, fellowship around the table, and time of prayer with other men from our body. As men, we are called to know, love, and serve God, and this is just one opportunity to gather with other believers to live out that calling. Please RSVP to Michael at 501-339-4222 if you are able to attend. Hope to see you on Wednesday, March 11th! Fellowship 101Whether you've been visiting Fellowship Conway for a few weeks or a few months, we'd love to invite you to take the next step in getting connected. Come hear our heart as a church — who we are, what we do, and why we're passionate about it. It's also a welcoming space to ask questions, meet others, and discover how you might grow and serve alongside us. Please register at fellowshipconway.org/register so we can plan well and keep you updated with reminders or any details about the class. If you have questions or would like more information, feel free to reach out to Michael Harrison at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org — we'd love to help you get connected.Fellowship Men's MusterMen's Muster is April 17-19, 2026. Senior Teaching Pastor, Chris Moore, will be our speaker, and the weekend promises to be great for growing spiritually and connecting deeply with other men. Cost is $135 or $85 for a college/High School student. If money is an issue, please check the “contact me” button. We will reach out to see what you are able to pay. Register at fellowshipconway.org/men Fellowship Men's Ministry Game NightMen, this night is for you. Bring your favorite game and snacks, kick back, and get ready for some friendly competition. Men's Game Night is Friday, February 27, from 6-9 p.m. at the church. If you want a little taste of what Men's Muster is like, here's your chance.Fellowship Kids P.J's and Pop-Tarts It's that time of year again! Sunday, March 8, we are springing forward AND losing an hour of sleep. Don't worry about getting your kids dressed or feeding them breakfast. You bring them in their pajamas, and we will provide the Pop-Tarts. We will be waiting for all of your sleepy heads!Holy Week on Hogan StreetPastors from several churches along Hogan Lane have come together to host a special Holy Week gathering, March 30–April 3. Participating pastors include Herschel Richardson of Grace Methodist, Larry White of Woodland Heights, Chase Moser of Cornerstone Bible, Jim Hays of Grace Presbyterian, along with Chris Moore and Ken Wilson from Fellowship Bible Church. You're invited to gather each weekday of Holy Week from 12:00–1:00 pm at Grace Methodist for a brief time of worship, a devotional message from one of the pastors, and a shared meal. Donations will be welcomed and directed toward supporting local ministries.

February 21, 2026. Steve Adubato sits down with three passionate leaders to examine the economic impact of New Jersey's child care crisis as well as the advocacy and solutions needed to support families. Panelists Include: Meghan Tavormina, Director of Public Policy & Advocacy, NJ Association for the Education of Young Children and Director, The Learning … Continue reading "Child Care and the Economy"

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

This week: Beloved NPR podcast Planet Money is now a book too! Author and Planet Money contributor Alex Mayyasi joins Felix Salmon, Elizabeth Spiers, and Emily Peck to give us a peek into the upcoming Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. Pulling from their favorite chapters of the book, the hosts get into how Argentina's attempt to foster manufacturing mirrors Trump's recent efforts, why the Argentinian Blackberry just didn't cut it, the hidden forces of market design, the reverse-robin hood effect of high credit card fees and more.In the Slate Plus episode: Childcare and Baumol's Cost DiseaseWant to hear that discussion and hear more Slate Money? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slate Money show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/moneyplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Jessamine Molli and Cheyna Roth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week: Beloved NPR podcast Planet Money is now a book too! Author and Planet Money contributor Alex Mayyasi joins Felix Salmon, Elizabeth Spiers, and Emily Peck to give us a peek into the upcoming Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. Pulling from their favorite chapters of the book, the hosts get into how Argentina's attempt to foster manufacturing mirrors Trump's recent efforts, why the Argentinian Blackberry just didn't cut it, the hidden forces of market design, the reverse-robin hood effect of high credit card fees and more.In the Slate Plus episode: Childcare and Baumol's Cost DiseaseWant to hear that discussion and hear more Slate Money? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slate Money show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/moneyplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Jessamine Molli and Cheyna Roth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week: Beloved NPR podcast Planet Money is now a book too! Author and Planet Money contributor Alex Mayyasi joins Felix Salmon, Elizabeth Spiers, and Emily Peck to give us a peek into the upcoming Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. Pulling from their favorite chapters of the book, the hosts get into how Argentina's attempt to foster manufacturing mirrors Trump's recent efforts, why the Argentinian Blackberry just didn't cut it, the hidden forces of market design, the reverse-robin hood effect of high credit card fees and more.In the Slate Plus episode: Childcare and Baumol's Cost DiseaseWant to hear that discussion and hear more Slate Money? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slate Money show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/moneyplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Jessamine Molli and Cheyna Roth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we're tuning in behind the scenes of a new series The Colorado Sun is reporting on the state's struggling child care system. The series, funded by a grant from Gary Community Ventures, will explore why child care has become too expensive for many families, the reasons why many child care providers are scraping by and what solutions might make child care more accessible. Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2026/02/15/colorado-child-care-unaffordable-out-of-reach-school-families/ & https://coloradosun.com/2026/02/17/new-mexico-is-making-child-care-free-for-all-working-parents-why-isnt-colorado/ Photo by Jeremy Sparig, Special to The Colorado Sun https://cossa.co/conference https://coloradosun.com/outsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

The newly installed Liberal deputy leader talks about the turnaround in her fortunes, the spectre of WorkChoices, and why she doesn't believe in quotas for women.Mentioned in this episode:Your support mattersSupport non-profit journalism you can trust. Donations 2025

The Metro Industrial Areas Foundation, or IAF, is a collection of mosques, churches, non profits, and community organizations that aim to make community change. WFUV's Alexandra Pfau explains their latest initiative, called Bronx First, and its focus on housing, mental health and public safety in the borough. A neighborhood in the Upper East Side is getting its first city run early childhood care center. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he is trying to remedy the lack of accessible childcare centers in the area. In Music News, WFUV's Livia Regina shares some of Kathleen Edwards's interview with the station about her new album, Billionaire. Plus, Bruce Springsteen is going on a ‘No Kings' tour and Glen Hansard is releasing a live album. Host/Producer: Xenia Gonikberg Editor: Lainey Nguyen Reporter: Alexandra Pfau Reporter: Livia Regina Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

குழந்தை பராமரிப்பு நிலையம் ஒன்றை ஆரம்பிப்பது எப்படி? அதன் இயக்கத்தில் உள்ள நடைமுறை என்ன? போன்ற விடயங்களுக்கு NSW Blairmount Kids learning academy- இன் உரிமையாளர் கிருஷ்ணபவானி அண்ணாமலை வழங்கிய தகவல்களை கொண்டு விவரணம் ஒன்றை தயாரித்து வழங்குகிறார் செல்வி இன்பசேகரன்.

Ever feel like your days are packed, yet somehow nothing important gets done? If you've ever looked up at the clock and wondered, "What did I actually accomplish today?" this episode is for you. Time management isn't just about working harder — it's about taking control of your calendar so you can finally stop living in crisis mode and start building the business and life you want.   Tune in to this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast as Brian Duprey and Carol Duprey break down simple, practical strategies to help child care owners and directors reclaim their time. Listen in as they explain the power of time blocking, why constant interruptions destroy productivity, and how creating "red light" focus time can transform your workdays from firefighting to forward-thinking.   Join us as Brian and Carol introduce their Traffic Light Time Management System — a fun and effective way to set boundaries with your team while still being available when it truly matters. They also dive into strategic blocks, buffer blocks, and clarity breaks, showing how uninterrupted focus time can unlock creativity, improve leadership, and open the door to growth, marketing, and expansion.   This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who feels stuck in the weeds of daily operations. You'll hear why controlling your time is the key to controlling your future — from having more freedom and less stress to becoming a more intentional, productive business owner and partner. Hit play, take notes, and get ready to manage your time instead of letting your time manage you.     Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   Need help with your child care marketing? Reach out! At Child Care Genius Marketing we offer website development, hosting, and security, Google Ads creation and management, done for you social media content and ads management. If you'd rather do it yourself, we also have the Genius Box, which is a monthly subscription chock full of social media & blog content, as well as a new monthly lead magnet every month! Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. https://childcaregenius.com/marketing-solutions/  Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university     Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

Is the primary school day in Ireland too short and would longer days could give children more time to flourish, not just to fit in academic targets? With mid term break underway in many schools across Clare this week the topic of the school day and its structure is a timely one. One mother believes there's a lesson to be learned from our European neighbours on how the juggle of school schedules and childcare can be balanced for the better: For more on this, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by Mary McCarthy, Irish Independent columnist on Tuesday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) Neustockimages from Getty Images Signature via Canva

Did you know we actually have more than five senses? Interoceptive awareness is the ability to sense and interpret signals from within the body. Do you wonder why your child is not warm when you are? Do you think about why children don't realize they feel sick? In this episode, Cindy and Alison discuss this important sense and how it manifests in our interactions with young children.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

Parents sending children to childcare were guaranteed a 90 per cent subsidy for three days a week, without completing any eligibility test, from January 5 this year. The subsidy will cost around $430 million over the next four years but the government says hundreds of thousands of families are set to benefit. - चाइल्डकेयरमा तिर्नु पर्ने रकममा गत ज्यानुअरी पाँचदेखि सरकारले केही राहत दिँदै आएको छ। हप्तामा तीन दिनसम्मका लागि ९० प्रतिशत ‘सब्सिडी' दिने उक्त योजनालाई महँगीको समयमा अभिभावहरूले स्वागत गरेका छन्। त्यस्तै, निश्चित मापदण्ड अनुसार ‘एक्टिभिटी टेस्ट' पनि दिन नपर्ने बताइएको छ। एक रिपोर्ट।

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

Living as Servants of God1 Peter 2:13-25 Message SlidesFor the bulletin in PDF form, click here. We are called to live faithfully under human authority: - Government - Masters We are called to live faithfully under human authority- even when it's difficult: - Government - Masters Why we can live faithfully under authority even when it's difficult: - Obeying Our Ultimate Authority - Following the Example How we can live faithfully under authority even when it's difficult: - Don't Repay Evil with Evil - Trust the Judge - Look to ChristHome Church Questions1. What are some examples of authority you have experienced throughout your life? When has it been a good experience, and when has it been challenging? 2. Peter calls his audience to be subject to government (1 Peter 2:13-17) and masters (1 Peter 2:18-20). Is this surprising or difficult for you? Why do you think God wants His people to learn to submit to authority? 3. God's people are called to submit to authority even when it's difficult. Think of an example in your life when this was difficult. Did you learn any lessons from this experience? How might God be calling you to submit right now in a way that is challenging?4. What are some verses in this passage that reveal we are ultimately obeying God when we submit to authority? On the other hand, what are some examples in the Bible when God's people had to disobey the government because of their obedience to God? 5. According to 1 Peter 2:21, why should we submit to authority even when it is difficult? Do you think of following in Jesus' steps as being easy or hard? What is an area in your life you are being called to follow in Christ's steps now?6. 1 Peter 2:22-23 describes how Jesus responded and how we should respond as we follow His example. What part of these verses stands out as the most challenging for you in your situation right now?7. Jesus gave us an example to follow, but He also gave us more than an example. Read 1 Peter 2:24-25. Put in your own words what Jesus has done for us? Pray for the Unreached: The Lunia (Hindu traditions) in IndiaThe Lunia are a large Hindu people group in northern India. Historically placed in the lowest caste, many work in farming, construction, and manual labor, with limited access to education. Though Scripture and gospel resources exist in Hindi, there are no known believers among the Lunia. Pray that God would open doors for the gospel to be clearly seen and heard, and that entire families would come to faith in Christ and begin multiplying house churches.FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 02/01 378,325Giving For 02/08 60,963YTD Budget 1,107,692Giving 1,424,238 OVER/(UNDER) 316,546 Ash Wednesday | February 18 | 7 am - 8:30 pm We are opening a space in the second-floor Fireside Room for prayer and confession Wednesday, February 18, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. to prepare our hearts for celebrating Jesus' resurrection. This is a drop-in, self-directed prayer, confession, and reflection time. We have prompts to help you if you desire. Feel free to sit before the Lord as long as you want. Access the stairwell that leads up to the entrance on the back lot that faces the basketball goal and Grace Methodist Church. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship equipping - register at fellowshipconway.org/equipping • Faithful and Fruitful is a five-week course designed to help you live with greater purpose, clarity, and faithfulness by stewarding the key areas God has entrusted to you. • Biblical Indispensable Relationships: Ever feel like navigating the relationships in your life is more like steering through a maze—where one friend or co-worker can push every button you have, and others leave you wishing for something deeper and more meaningful? You're not alone. Join Michael Mercer for a transformative four-week journey into Biblical Indispensable Relationships. This course starts today! Fellowship Women's Conference - Choosing Faith over FearJoin us February 21 from 9:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m. for a meaningful day as women from our church share powerful stories of choosing faith over fear. You'll be encouraged, equipped with practical resources for life's storms, and reminded of God's goodness and faithfulness. Cost: $25 (includes lunch). Register at fellowshipconway.org/women For childcare, please text Shanna at 501-336-0332. Registration & childcare deadline is TODAY. Fellowship Youth & College Silent Auction | march 8 | 4 pm - 6pmJoin us for a fun evening supporting our mission trips to Arlington, TX, and the Czech Republic! Bid on baked goods, service certificates, gift baskets, overnight stays, and more. Light refreshments provided. Childcare available for ages 6 and under by request (contact Shanna 501-336-0332. Fellowship Men's MusterMen's Muster is April 17-19, 2026. Senior Teaching Pastor, Chris Moore, will be our speaker, and the weekend promises to be great for growing spiritually and connecting deeply with other men. Cost is $135 or $85 for a college/High School student. If money is an issue, please check the “contact me” button. We will reach out to see what you are able to pay. Register at fellowshipconway.org/men Fellowship Men's Ministry Game NightMen, this night is for you. Bring your favorite game and snacks, kick back, and get ready for some friendly competition. Men's Game Night is Friday, February 27, from 6-9 p.m. at the church. If you want a little taste of what Men's Muster is like, here's your chance.Fellowship Kids P.J's and Pop-TartsIt's that time of year again! Sunday, March 8, we are springing forward AND losing an hour of sleep. Don't worry about getting your kids dressed or feeding them breakfast. You bring them in their pajamas, and we will provide the Pop-Tarts. We will be waiting for all of your sleepy heads!

----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

We're talking about the big budget troubles ahead for DC, and what they'll mean for your bottom line; we're digging into the latest Kennedy Center news — mass layoffs; and we're talking Valentine's Day in DC. Plus, in a member's only fourth segment: There's a plan to totally redo Pennsylvania Ave, and we'll get into what it might look like.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 13th episode: Library of Congress Nace Law Group Johns Hopkins University Baltimore Museum of Art South by Southwest - use code "citycast10" for a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Oregon's subsidized child care program, Employment Related Day Care (ERDC), is on course to run out of money in less than a year. If that happens, thousands of families would lose child care, and with that, the ability of parents to work. That would be catastrophic for families and the state, explain our two guests: Marchel Kaleikini and Ivy Major-McDowall of For All Families Oregon.Marchel and Ivy discuss the state of child care in Oregon, why ERDC is such a vital program, and what the Oregon legislature needs to do to ensure families don't lose child care.

A multitude of orphanages in the Global South continue to be supported by well-meaning Christians throughout the world. Research and scripture both indicate that God's design for children is to grow up in a family, but what do we do when it's the church that needs to be convinced of this? Brandon Stiver is joined today by Tony Lewry who shares his experience in orphan care and cross-cultural ministry over the years as we dive into what it looks like to change mindsets and practices in these global chains of care. Tony leads The Homecoming Project and coordinates across a coalition of organizations tackling the issue of children outside of parental care. In our conversation, Tony and Brandon discuss the evolution of family-based care, the challenges and successes of implementing foster care, and the vital role of the church in advocating for vulnerable children.  Support the Show Through Venmo - @canopyintl Subscribe to Our New YouTube Channel Resources and Links from the Show The Homecoming Project Online The Homecoming Project Instagram Conversation Notes (AI Generated) 03:00 Introduction to Tony Lewry and His Journey 05:56 The Evolution of Family-Based Care in Brazil 09:13 Challenges and Successes in Implementing Foster Care 11:57 The Role of the Church in Foster Care Advocacy 14:54 Reintegration and Community Support for Children 17:54 Navigating Reentry to the UK 20:52 The Homecoming Project: History and Vision 23:47 Collaborative Efforts in Care Reform 27:03 Addressing the Funding Dilemma in Child Care 30:05 Engaging with Orphanage Supporters 32:59 The Coalition Approach and Its Impact 36:11 Next Steps for the Homecoming Project 39:08 Final Thoughts and Recommendations Theme music Kirk Osamayo. Free Music Archive, CC BY License

As Bay Area families enjoy the Tiny Chef exhibit, many are also thinking about some serious daily family life matters - like childcare. As part of his new affordability push, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced a new plan for free and subsidized childcare. KALW's State of the Bay host Ethan Elkind recently dug into the plan with Joe Fitzgerald Rodriguez, a Politics reporter at The San Francisco Standard. 

Today, "The Tiny Chef" is coming to the California Academy of Sciences! Then, we get some context for San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie's recently announced new plan for free and subsidized childcare. And, bluegrass from around the world.

Are your tours quietly costing you enrollments? If your center isn't full — or you're watching great families walk away after a tour — this episode is a must-listen. On this installment of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian and Carol Duprey dive into the proven strategies that help child care centers convert more tours into enrollments and build consistent momentum.   Tune in to this episode as Brian and Carol break down real-world tactics from their book The Art of the Tour and explain why tours are one of the easiest places for centers to lose money without even realizing it. From getting your center "tour ready" to making strong first impressions, training the right tour giver, and following a clear sales process, they walk you through the small adjustments that can make a big difference.   Listen in as they share practical tips on phone calls, tour preparation, creating a welcoming environment, building trust with parents, and making sure your team knows how to handle rejection with confidence. You'll also learn why follow-up is one of the most overlooked steps in the entire enrollment process — and how a simple next-day call can dramatically increase your conversion rate.   Join us for an honest, actionable conversation about what really drives enrollment and how to turn more tours into signed contracts. If your goal is to fill your center, build a waitlist, and stop leaving money on the table, this episode will give you a clear path forward.     Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   Need help with your child care marketing? Reach out! At Child Care Genius Marketing we offer website development, hosting, and security, Google Ads creation and management, done for you social media content and ads management. If you'd rather do it yourself, we also have the Genius Box, which is a monthly subscription chock full of social media & blog content, as well as a new monthly lead magnet every month! Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. https://childcaregenius.com/marketing-solutions/  Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university     Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

Unmasking Political Rhetoric: Human Rights, Childcare Reforms, and the Myth of Violent ChangeIn this episode of the Last Gay Conservative podcast, Chad Law delves into significant political and social issues. Beginning with a critique of Olympian Amber Glenn's statements about LGBTQ human rights violations under the Trump administration, Chad challenges the lack of specific evidence and the misuse of the term 'human rights.' Next, the podcast addresses the highly regulated childcare sector, discussing how heavy regulations can drive up costs, limit access, and create unnecessary bureaucracy. Finally, Chad dispels the notion that violence is an effective method for political change, using historical and statistical evidence to advocate for non-violent strategies such as organized pressure and disciplined movements. The episode calls for honesty in political rhetoric, balanced policy analysis, and a return to substantive civic education over ideological indoctrination.00:00 Introduction and Show Overview00:40 Olympian's Human Rights Claim01:50 Debunking Human Rights Violations04:23 Economic and Cultural Progress10:38 Childcare Crisis and Government Regulations22:31 Violence vs. Non-Violence in Social Change24:41 The Power of Nonviolent Movements25:20 Revisiting the Civil Rights Movement26:37 Global Examples of Nonviolent Success27:42 The Pitfalls of Violent Revolutions28:32 Modern Movements and the Failure of Violence34:44 The Role of Education in Shaping Minds36:34 The Impact of Political Messaging on Children42:54 The Importance of Civics Education44:53 Final Thoughts on Nonviolence and Education

Have you heard about the salespeople long ago who would try to sell cures that did not work? Unfortunately, there are people who try to do the same thing with strategies for early learners that are not research-based and proven to be effective. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about what does not have an easy cure and what you can do.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA