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Worship - July 13, 2025“The Prodigal Son” - Luke 15:11-32Lauren McMillan, Director of Family Ministries

In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Andy Root. Andy is a Professor of Youth and Family Ministries at Luther Seminary. He is the host of the thought-provoking podcast When Church Stops Working, and just the title of that podcast probably gets your mind working. As pastors and ministry leaders, we really encourage you to check that podcast out. Andy has written a number of books, including his latest, entitled Evangelism in an Age of Despair.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide, all resource links, and more, at http://PastorServe.org/networkSome key takeaways from this conversation:Andy Root on the importance of authentic relationships in ministry over strategies and programs: “Every part of the Christian life is evangelistic.”Andy Root on the significance of recognizing how social media shapes our inner lives: “Social media has been a huge piece of what ignites our unhappiness and our despair.”Andy Root on the deep and often overlooked impact of simply being present with others: “​​​​In this accelerated age, we miss the utter power of what it means just to be present with people.”----------------Looking to dig more deeply into this topic and conversation? FrontStage BackStage is much more than another church leadership show, it is a complete resource to help you and your ministry leaders grow. Every week we go the extra mile and create a free toolkit so you and your ministry team can dive deeper into the topic that is discussed.Visit http://PastorServe.org/network to find the Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide. Our team pulls key insights and quotes from every conversation with our guests. We also create engaging questions for you and your team to consider and process, providing space for you to reflect on how each episode's topic relates to your unique church context. Use these questions in your staff meetings, or other settings, to guide your conversation as you invest in the growth of your ministry leaders. Love well, live well, & lead well Complimentary Coaching Session for Pastors http://PastorServe.org/freesession Follow PastorServe LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookConnect with Jason Daye LinkedIn | Instagram...

In this episode, Steph welcomes the newest co-host to Friends for Life – Rev. Andy Becker – as he shares his role with LCMS Family Ministry and introduces Season 9.   Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life Ministry: www.lcms.org/life  LCMS Family Ministry: www.lcms.org/family  Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

In this episode, our guest Deb Jurchen talks about the importance of intergenerational connectedness as it relates to family ministry in churches and homes.   Bio: Deb Jurchen holds a BFA in K-12 Art Education from Concordia University, Nebraska, and an MSE in Family Life Education from Concordia University Wisconsin & Ann Arbor. Professionally, Deb serves as the Director of University Institutes at Concordia University, Nebraska, an adjunct professor in the Family Life Education Graduate program at Concordia University, Nebraska, as well as the Family Life Ministry Consultant for the Nebraska District LCMS.    Deb is married to Rev. Dr. Pete Jurchen who is Assistant Professor of Lutheran Education and Faith Formation at Concordia University, Nebraska. Together, they have five children and reside in Seward, Nebraska. She loves hiking, gardening, and staying active with her kids!  Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life Ministry: www.lcms.org/life  LCMS Family Ministry: www.lcms.org/family  Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Rev. Brandon Metcalf talks with Steph and Andy about his strategies for family ministry and why men play a vital role in the church and home.   Bio: Brandon Metcalf currently serves as the Associate Pastor at Zion Lutheran Church in Bethalto, IL and previously served as a DCE in the Missouri District. He is a contributing author to numerous books and Bible studies for youth ministries and has spoken at many district and national youth gatherings, including the session "Worth Dying For: A New Model for Dating/Relationships" at the past two LCMS Youth Gatherings. He enjoys playing volleyball, board games, trivia, and writing parody songs, but his greatest joys in life come from being a husband and a father. Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life Ministry: www.lcms.org/life  LCMS Family Ministry: www.lcms.org/family Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

This morning we heard from Joe Snyder with Arkansas Baptist Children and Family Ministries as he shared about their ministry as well as brought the message “Walking Into the Storm” from Matthew 14:22-33.

STORYPOWER TV INTERVIEW J LOREN NORRIS WITH BETHANY JOY BORINGBethany Boring is a certified Christian mental health coach committed to helping solo Christian counselors and leaders excel by forming transformative groups. She has been coaching professionally for 10 years and has over 20 years of church ministry leadership role experience. Her background includes roles such as Freedom & Care Ministries Coordinator at Lifepoint Church Palm Bay and Director of Children's and Family Ministry at Palm Bay Christian Church, as well as engagements with organizations like LK10, the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation, Table & Well, Trauma Healing Institute, and Toastmasters International. Her expertise covers team building, public speaking, mental health coaching, and leadership development. Bethany created TIP Groups to support Christian mental health professionals and pastoral care leaders. She also runs the "Radical Care For Christian Counselors" podcast. As a speaker, she's acclaimed for her compelling storytelling and ability to inspire through faith, resilience, and fostering meaningful connections, aiming to develop thriving, impactful communities. She is a proud momma of 3 growing boys and manages to keep food in the house! Invite her for coffee, to watch a sunrise or go for a skydive, she is ready to walk with you through any life challenge. Dare to do more than just survive, Step Out & Thrive!https://www.amazon.ca/Joy-Catcher-Bethany-Boring/dp/B0F2JJG8CN#STORYPOWER @STORYPOWERTVCATCH THE 6-26-25 EPISODE ON SPOTIFY: Online Academy for Leadership & Communication:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.StoryPowerAcademy.comhttps://my.linkpod.site/Jlorennorris⁠⁠Follow J Loren Norris on Spotify ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0b...______________________________Leadership Training, Interviews and EntertainmentVisit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.StoryPowerAcademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more training material#leadingleaderspodcast #storypower #transforminggracetv #jlorennorris- OBBM Network TV- WorldTrumpetTV- Apple Podcast- Spotify- Amazon- RumbleCopyright 2025 Tell It Like It Is Inchttps://my.linkpod.site/Jlorennorris

STORYPOWER TV INTERVIEW J LOREN NORRIS WITH BETHANY JOY BORINGBethany Boring is a certified Christian mental health coach committed to helping solo Christian counselors and leaders excel by forming transformative groups. She has been coaching professionally for 10 years and has over 20 years of church ministry leadership role experience. Her background includes roles such as Freedom & Care Ministries Coordinator at Lifepoint Church Palm Bay and Director of Children's and Family Ministry at Palm Bay Christian Church, as well as engagements with organizations like LK10, the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation, Table & Well, Trauma Healing Institute, and Toastmasters International. Her expertise covers team building, public speaking, mental health coaching, and leadership development. Bethany created TIP Groups to support Christian mental health professionals and pastoral care leaders. She also runs the "Radical Care For Christian Counselors" podcast. As a speaker, she's acclaimed for her compelling storytelling and ability to inspire through faith, resilience, and fostering meaningful connections, aiming to develop thriving, impactful communities. She is a proud momma of 3 growing boys and manages to keep food in the house! Invite her for coffee, to watch a sunrise or go for a skydive, she is ready to walk with you through any life challenge. Dare to do more than just survive, Step Out & Thrive!https://www.amazon.ca/Joy-Catcher-Bethany-Boring/dp/B0F2JJG8CN#STORYPOWER @STORYPOWERTVCATCH THE 6-26-25 EPISODE ON SPOTIFY: Online Academy for Leadership & Communication:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.StoryPowerAcademy.comhttps://my.linkpod.site/Jlorennorris⁠⁠Follow J Loren Norris on Spotify ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0b...______________________________Leadership Training, Interviews and EntertainmentVisit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.StoryPowerAcademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more training material#leadingleaderspodcast #storypower #transforminggracetv #jlorennorris- OBBM Network TV- WorldTrumpetTV- Apple Podcast- Spotify- Amazon- RumbleCopyright 2025 Tell It Like It Is Inchttps://my.linkpod.site/Jlorennorris

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton hosts Jeff Duerler and Andy Dalton from LifeSpring Community Church in Cincinnati. They share their unique journey from traditional church settings to pioneering microchurch movements. Jeff discusses his long pastoral journey, the transition from multi-site to autonomous churches, and the divine guidance that led them to explore church planting. Andy shares his personal story of obedience and the call to church planting, emphasizing the importance of family considerations and the influence of disciple-making movements. Together, they reflect on the challenges and joys of following God's leading in their ministry. 

As we continue our series Moments with Jesus, we come to Luke 22 and a moment at a table. Our new pastor of Family Ministries, Ben Crellin, shares how Jesus calls us to remember him through this table. www.thevineaustin.org

Episode SummaryIn this episode of Faith Talks, Anna Faith Gillmore sits down with Christine Rokoduru, a pastor's wife in Fiji whose testimony shines with surrendered faith and steadfast service. From her dramatic salvation and bold decision to remain in Fiji rather than move to the U.S., to becoming a pastor's wife at just 18 years old, Christine's story is a compelling portrait of a woman fully yielded to the call of God. Her wisdom, humility, and joy in serving the Lord will challenge and encourage you to trust Him with every step of your journey.Topics DiscussedChristine's clear and powerful salvation testimonySaying "no" to the opportunity to move to AmericaHow she began praying for her future husband at 16God's answer in bringing her together with MalachiBecoming a pastor's wife at 18 and growing through ministry trialsFears from childhood and ministry—and the Scriptures that anchored herEncouragement for young women preparing to serve the LordHer life verses: Proverbs 3:5–6 and Psalm 37:4Key TakeawaysGod's call is not always to go—but to stay, and obedience brings peace.A simple prayer of faith can shape a lifetime of blessing.Ministry isn't easy, but it's worth it when your focus stays on Christ.Trust and surrender are not one-time acts, but daily choices.Your background doesn't determine your future—God does.Faith Talks is a monthly program on the Thee Generation podcast designed to help young ladies discover greater ways to nurture and exercise their faith in their day-to-day walk with Christ. To leave a question for the Faith Twins or our guest, send an email to faithtalks@theegeneration.org. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Join Lisa today as she interviews Kerry Smith. Kerry is the Pastor of Discipleship and Family Ministries at Good News Church in Powell, Ohio. Listen in as they discuss the nuances of leadership transitions and growth, honing in on the challenges and joys of moving through levels of leadership. PSP Eps. 78 Kerry Smith - NextGen: Impact Built to Sustain Why Not Women by Loren Cunningham and David Joel Hamilton Two Views on Women in Ministry https://www.kadicole.com/ https://careynieuwhof.com/

Feeling burned out in ministry or your parenting life? This short, but powerful episode dives into Isaiah 40:29–31, reminding us that God gives power to the weak and strength to the exhausted. Host Doug Edwards reflects on the challenges of leadership, answered prayers, and the unseen impact of staying faithful. Plus, hear a behind-the-scenes story about a life-changing event sparked by this very podcast. Whether you're a youth pastor, ministry volunteer, or parent, this episode offers encouragement, perspective, and a spiritual recharge.

Join Lisa today as she interviews Kerry Smith. Kerry is the Pastor of Discipleship and Family Ministries at Good News Church in Powell, Ohio. Listen in as they discuss the nuances of leadership transitions and growth, honing in on the challenges and joys of moving through levels of leadership. PSP Eps. 78 Kerry Smith - NextGen: Impact Built to Sustain Why Not Women by Loren Cunningham and David Joel Hamilton Two Views on Women in Ministry https://www.kadicole.com/ https://careynieuwhof.com/

Kara Hackert, Director of Children & Family Ministries

 In Today's Episode... Josh and Kaitlin Saenz share their journey of raising kids and creating a family culture of generosity. They emphasize the importance of giving with both time and money and how their faith has played a role in their generosity. They discuss the tension between cultural norms of holding onto wealth and the call to be generous. In this conversation, Josh and Kaitlin highlight the significance of instilling the value of generosity in their children and casting a vision for why it's important. Finally, the Saenzs also discuss the dynamics of their marriage regarding financial decision-making and how they balance each other's strengths and weaknesses.   Connect with Josh & Kaitlin Saenz Website Instagrams @compelyou  @joshsaenz @kaitlinsaenz More About Josh & Kaitlin Josh and Kaitlin both attended Biola University (Josh studied Biblical and Theological Studies, Kaitlin studied Elementary Education and minored in Bible) and love helping people live their fullest potential. Josh has worked in pastoral ministry, marketing and business development, and serves as a lay elder at Park Church. Kaitlin has worked as a teacher, Executive Director of Family Ministries at Park Church, and currently coaches church and nonprofit leaders. Together, Josh and Kaitlin run a fractional donor development company, Compel You, serving Christian nonprofits in fundraising solutions. They live in Denver, CO and with their two sons, Josiah and Levi, who they homeschool. For fun they love to travel, entertain and ski as a family.   Don't forget about this amazing free offer from Jordan. She put a lot of time and effort into this project to be able to offer it to you, absolutely free! Take advantage now while you can! eBook: Couples Guide to Getting on the Same Page About Money   Reminder: Subscribe, Rate & Review this podcast!   Whatever platform you are listening on, make sure to follow or subscribe & sign up for notifications for when weekly episodes drop every week! And if you feel called, please leave a rating and review. This helps us to reach more people!  JordanPendleton.com

For over two decades, Dan Rogers has served the congregation at River of Life Church in Hamilton, Georgia. While he never demanded that his two sons follow him into ministry, his son Braden found that calling on his own. With Father's Day around the corner, “Pastor Dan” and Braden talk with Redeemed founder Paul Amos about building and maintaining a church, balancing the demands of ministry and family, and what they've learned from one another.Segments/chapters0:00 Intro0:52 Dan's history and present with River of Life Church7:40 Braden talks about growing up a preacher's kid and taking on a role in ministry14:11 The different roles that Dan and Braden play19:36 Raising children while shepherding a congregation28:20 Giving your children opportunities without showing favoritism33:12 What Braden's learned from his dad about ministry—and fatherhood43:41 God created us all to be in communion with one anotherVisit The Redeemed's website for downloadable discussion question sets, show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony.Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources!The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles. Have a redemption story? Share your redemption story here. Interested in being a guest on our podcast? Email Nate@theredeemed.com Follow The Redeemed on Social Media: Podcast YouTube Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter

So we're back with my buddy Dr. Andrew Root and his brand new book Evangelism in the Age of Despair - and no, before you ask, this is definitely not your typical door-to-door evangelism handbook. Andy's doing what he does best here, which is taking some heavy theological machinery (theology of the cross, Charles Taylor, French philosophers you've never heard of) and making it speak to the very despair of our concrete cultural moment. The basic argument? Our whole pursuit-of-happiness project has been a spectacular failure, leaving us isolated and constantly chasing distractions. Perhaps the church's calling isn't to add happiness to people's lives but to accompany them into their sorrow. It's evangelism as consolation rather than conversion, which sounds both obvious and revolutionary at the same time. We dive into why the optimistic 90s crashed into our current age of anxiety, how social media turned authenticity into competitive rage, and what it might mean for pastors to be professionally human rather than professionally shiny. Plus, we got questions from actual Substack subscribers who read the thing, which is always dangerous territory. This will not make you feel better about anything, but it might make you think differently about what the gospel actually is. Join us at Theology Beer Camp this October 16-18 in St. Paul, MN.⁠⁠⁠ (Andy is coming too!) Andrew Root is the Carrie Olson Baalson Professor of Youth and Family Ministry at Luther Seminary, USA. He writes and researches in areas of theology, ministry, culture, and younger generations. Check out some of his most recent books  Andy has worked in congregations, parachurch ministries, and social service programs. He lives in St. Paul with his wife Kara, two children, Owen and Maisy, and their dog. When not reading, writing, or teaching, Andy spends far too much time watching TV and movies. You can WATCH the conversation on YouTube Previous Visits with Andy Root Incarnation as Resistance Life Together in Turmoil & Bonhoeffer's Experiment in Community Resonance in an Accelerated Age Secular Mysticism & Identity Politics the Church after Innovation Churches and the Crisis of Decline Acceleration, Resonance, & the Counting Crows Ministry in a Secular Age Christopraxis with Andy Root Faith Formation in a Secular Age the Promise of Despair ⁠⁠Theology Beer Camp ⁠⁠⁠⁠is a unique three-day conference that brings together of theology nerds and craft beer for a blend of intellectual engagement, community building, and fun. This event features a lineup of well-known podcasters, scholars, and theology enthusiasts who come together to "nerd out" on theological topics while enjoying loads of fun activities. Guests this year include John Dominic Crossan, Kelly Brown Douglas, Philip Clayton, Stacey Floyd-Thomas, Jeffery Pugh, Juan Floyd-Thomas, Andy Root, Grace Ji-Sun Kim, Noreen Herzfeld, Reggie Williams, Casper ter Kuile, and more! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get info and tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Online Class:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rediscovering the Spirit: Hand-Raisers, Han, & the Holy Ghost⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ _____________________ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hang with 40+ Scholars & Podcasts and 600 people at Theology Beer Camp 2025 (Oct. 16-18) in St. Paul, MN. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Homebrewed Christianity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ production. Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the Homebrewed Christianity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theology Nerd Throwdown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Rise of Bonhoeffer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Substack - Process This!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get instant access to over 45 classes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.TheologyClass.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast, drop a review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, send ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠feedback/questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or become a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠member of the HBC Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theology Beer Camp | St. Paul, MN | October 16-18, 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our latest episode, we spoke with Chris Sasser, pastor of family ministries at Port City Community Church in Wilmington, North Carolina, and author of Bags, Helping Your Kids Lightenthe Load. With nearly three decades of ministry experience, Chris has devoted his life to guiding parents and leaders in nurturing the spiritual journey of the next generation.Chris shares his insights on "whole family ministry," a comprehensive approach involving kids, teenagers, and parents in the discipleship process, not just siloed ministries operating independently of each other. He emphasized prioritizing "connection over content" to build meaningful relationships within families.Register now for the D6 Conference 2026 (Northwest or Southeast) here: ⁠www.d6conference.com⁠Get a copy of Chris Sasser's book, Bags: Helping Your Kids Lighten the Load, here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3hNTKJU⁠Sign up for the weekly email Top Reads for Busy Leaders here: ⁠https://bit.ly/TopReadsRHP

Chris Skoglund (Pastor of Recreation & Family Ministries), "What Has God Called You To?", Children's Time, Modern Worship Praise Team (11:15 Service).       20.  I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.   21.  I do not set aside the grace of God, for if righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing!”       9 .  Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10.  Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.       (Galatians 2:20-21; 6:9-10 NIV)

Chris Skoglund (Pastor of Recreation & Family Ministries), "What Has God Called You To?", Children's Time, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       20.  I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.   21.  I do not set aside the grace of God, for if righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing!”       9 .  Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10.  Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.       (Galatians 2:20-21; 6:9-10 NIV)

Chris Skoglund (Pastor of Recreation & Family Ministries), "What Has God Called You To?".       20.  I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.   21.  I do not set aside the grace of God, for if righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing!”       9 .  Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10.  Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.       (Galatians 2:20-21; 6:9-10 NIV)

César De León is an ordained minister and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. He holds degrees from Andrews, Loma Linda, and Fuller Theological Seminary. He has served as pastor, Ministerial and Evangelism Director, and vice president for Hispanic Ministries. He and his wife, Carolann De León, now direct Family Ministries for the North American Division. Carolann previously served as associate director for Ministerial, Family Life, and Hispanic Ministries at the North Pacific Union. The De Leóns are passionate about equipping families for Christ-centered relationships. They have two adult sons, Zac and Jonathan

César De León is an ordained minister and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. He holds degrees from Andrews, Loma Linda, and Fuller Theological Seminary. He has served as pastor, Ministerial and Evangelism Director, and vice president for Hispanic Ministries. He and his wife, Carolann De León, now direct Family Ministries for the North American Division. Carolann previously served as associate director for Ministerial, Family Life, and Hispanic Ministries at the North Pacific Union. The De Leóns are passionate about equipping families for Christ-centered relationships. They have two adult sons, Zac and Jonathan

More than 60% of children who grow up in church will walk away from it in their young adult years, according to Barna. Why is this happening—and what can be done to reverse the trend? Dr. Josh Mulvihill, Executive Director of Church and Family Ministry at RenewaNation, joins us to unpack the root of the crisis: a breakdown in biblical discipleship. He shares a compelling vision for how families, churches, and schools can work together to raise children with resilient, gospel-centered worldviews—and why it starts with parents and grandparents reclaiming their God-given role's as the primary disciplers.Main Topics:The Discipleship Disconnect – Why many Christian parents now believe it's the church's job to disciple their kidsThe Three-Stranded Cord – How family, church, and education can align to build a strong biblical foundationThe Power of Grandparents – Why grandparents are overlooking their vital biblical role in passing down faith to future generationsRaising gospel-centered families isn't about perfection—it's about faithfulness, and the courage to make your home the frontlines of spiritual formation.Make a matching gift donation by June 10!View the transcript, leave comments, and check out recommended resources on the Episode Landing Page!Why Social Justice is Not Biblical Justice

Chris Skoglund (Pastor of Recreation & Family Ministries), "What Has God Called You To?", Children's Time, Modern Worship Praise Team (11:15 Service).       20.  I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.   21.  I do not set aside the grace of God, for if righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing!”       9 .  Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10.  Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.       (Galatians 2:20-21; 6:9-10 NIV)

Kara Hackert, Director of Children & Family Ministries

Chris Skoglund (Pastor of Recreation & Family Ministries), "What Has God Called You To?", Children's Time, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       20.  I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.   21.  I do not set aside the grace of God, for if righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing!”       9 .  Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10.  Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.       (Galatians 2:20-21; 6:9-10 NIV)

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Chris Skoglund (Pastor of Recreation & Family Ministries), "What Has God Called You To?".       20.  I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.   21.  I do not set aside the grace of God, for if righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing!”       9 .  Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10.  Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.       (Galatians 2:20-21; 6:9-10 NIV)

WELCOME to Season 5 of the ⁠⁠WE GOT US NOW Podcast⁠⁠ series POWERED by ⁠⁠RWJFoundation⁠⁠HOSTED by ⁠Ebony Underwood⁠For our 7th annual #KeepFamiliesConnected multimedia campaign series that runs from Mother's Day through Father's Day, WE spotlight voices from our community, and uplift our allies working across the field to create a just and equitable society that seeks to keep justice-impacted families connected.Sibil Fox and Robert Richardson, affectionately known among their peers as FoxandRob,  are a popular New Orleans-based couple who endured and survived twenty-one years as an incarcerated family. In 1997, Rob Rich, a first offender in Louisiana, was sentenced to 61-years as a result of overzealous prosecution. Not to be denied, after her release from prison in 2002, Fox Rich led a valiant charge to regain her husband's freedom. In June 2018 Governor John Bel Edwards granted clemency to Rob. Ninety days later he was released. Their story is told in the acclaimed, award-winning documentary TIME, and the forthcoming sequel, TIME II: Unfinished Business.In this episode, Fox and Rob give us an inside look into their timeless love story. Together a total of 38 years total and survived 21 of those years as an incarcerated family. They share their story of love, surviving the criminal justice system and raising six successful sons. Their work continues through their advocacy for incarcerated families through the NOLA chapter of Participatory Defense Movement, an initiative of Rich Family Ministries, which they founded with the vision of “changing lives and laws through love” and dedicated to empowering families and marriages to thrive. Take a moment to absorb this Unforgettable Journey of Love, against all odds!FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO: ⁠WEGOTUSNOW.org ⁠|⁠ Instagram⁠ LISTEN to the WE GOT US NOW Podcast on SPOTIFY, APPLE Podcasts and all podcasts platforms.#WEGOTUSNOW#FoxAndRob #Mother #Father #Children #Justice #Freedom #Sons #Family #Reunification #Love #Marriage #Partnership #Incarceration #ChildrenwithIncarceratedParents #WellBeing #TIMEIIWATCH #UnfinishedBusiness #JusticeForGenerations#WeGotUsNowCommunity

This Sunday, we're celebrating the graduating class of 2025—and we'd love for you to join us! Together, we'll worship, honor our students, and hear a message from Zakk Uhler, our Director of Family Ministries, rooted in Matthew 27:41–54 (ESV). It's a powerful reminder that the central message of the gospel is not only for students stepping into a new season—but for all of us. Come be encouraged and celebrate what God is doing in every generation.

In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, host Greg Nettle is joined by Tim Celek from Stadia's post-launch team and two dynamic kids ministry leaders from Georgia—Brittany Ara of City Church Griffin and Robyn Alexander of Foundation Christian Church. Together, they outline five essential principles for church leaders who want to reach and disciple the next generation: Safety isn't optional – Every church needs a clear child protection policy. Not sure where to start? Ask neighboring churches to share their handbooks. Leadership matters – Recruit leaders who can lead teams, not just love kids. Burnout is real without shared responsibility. Let kids serve – Kids and teens need hands-on opportunities to experience their faith, not just hear about it. Know your ‘one' – Ditch cookie-cutter strategies and design ministry that fits your local community's needs and rhythms. Recruit with vision, not guilt – Celebrate wins from the stage, don't beg for volunteers. Help your team build a long-term system for healthy recruiting. They also share fun, creative ideas like using an ice cream truck for outreach and creating dual summer camp models for different demographics. It's a practical, passionate guide for any church looking to multiply its impact through children's ministry. 00:26 – Meet Brittany Ara & Robyn Alexander   02:10 – Why Stadia Prioritizes the Next Generation   03:15 – 5 Things Every Church Leader Needs to Know   03:45 – #1: Safety Must Come First   07:13 – #2: Healthy Kids Ministry Requires Strong Leadership   12:00 – #3: Empower Kids & Teens to Serve   14:00 – Creative Outreach Ideas: Ice Cream Truck Ministry   17:00 – Involving Kids in "Big Church"   19:11 – #4: Forget What You've Seen Before – Know Your Community   21:00 – Real-Life Camp Examples That Meet Families Where They Are   25:39 – Balancing Technology in Kids Ministry   26:00 – #5: Volunteer Recruiting Should Be Vision-Driven   29:00 – What Keeps These Leaders Going  

Whether you are a new plant, a thriving church, or one that is looking for fresh ideas, planning a community event for families can be overwhelming! In this session, there will be planning tips, budget help and community engagement discussions that will give you encouragement and insight in planning future events.   Carianne Prior New Life Church, Executive Pastor of Family Ministries

Kara Hackert, Director of Children & Family Ministries

PLEASE NOTE: This Catholic Forum interview was recorded before the passing of Pope Francis and the announcement that Blessed Carlo Acutis' canonization had been delayed until a later date. On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog and a cut from the More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns CD, we talk with Mr. Dan Pin, Director of the Office of Youth, Young Adult and Family Ministry for the Diocese of Wilmington. Dan tells us about Carlo Acutis, a young man who was born in 1991 and died of leukemia at the age of 15 and will be re-scheduled for canonization shortly. Dan tells us how Carlo's dedication to the Eucharist lead him to create the first online directory of Eucharistic miracles. Listen to Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio and Amazon Music podcasts or Saturday afternoons at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel - YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communications of the Diocese of Wilmington.

Your church has a biblical calling and responsibility to equip and strengthen families. Does your church have a family ministry action plan? In this special edition of Family Vision, Rob Rienow shares a powerful conversation from the D6 Podcast. Whether your church is just catching the vision for family discipleship or looking to go deeper, this episode will give you practical tools and theological clarity to build a family-equipping culture. Rob unpacks why family ministry is not just a parenting program—but a biblical call to equip every believer to live out their faith first in the home. You'll also learn how to start strong, how to avoid burnout, and how to make family discipleship more than just a trend. From pastors struggling with their own families to parents overwhelmed by family worship, this is an encouraging, hope-filled conversation you don't want to miss. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - How to build your church's theology of family ministry - Why family ministry is about more than parenting programs - Practical ways to equip parents, grandparents, singles, and empty nesters - Why repetition is key in equipping parents and church leaders - How to make family worship simple and effective—even if you're not a Bible expert - Encouragement for pastors and leaders who feel like they've “failed” at home Featured Resources: D6 Conference — Learn more about the leading family ministry conference: https://d6family.com Visionary Church Book — Cast vision and equip your team with Visionary Church: How Your Church Can Strengthen Families. Available at: https://visionaryfam.com/visionary-church/ or on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1614841187  Family Worship Free Guide — Download our Genesis Family Worship Guide: https://visionaryfam.com/grace Join the Visionary Family Community Become a part of a growing, global movement of families committed to following Jesus and helping their children do the same. Learn more and join here: https://visionaryfam.com/community Need Prayer? We'd love to pray with you. Send your prayer needs to podcast@visionaryfam.com. Help Spread the Word Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube, and share this episode with a pastor, church leader, or parent who needs this message.

Our guest is KARA POWELL, executive director and chief of leadership formation at Fuller Youth Institute and co-author of the new book Future Focused Church. Kara is a best-selling author, researcher, founder of TenX10, and professor of Youth and Family Ministry. We discuss trends in the Church, the future of leadership, the power of questions, generational mentoring, and more. Plus check out the list of Next Gen and Young Adult resources. Visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: CONVOY OF HOPE - Please donate to the LA Fires efforts and also Hurricane Helene and Milton relief effort and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to the LA fires, along with devastation in the southeast US from Hurricane Helene and Milton, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate. And THE CHOSEN SEASON 5 – Season 5 is now out, just in time for Holy Week. The Chosen: Last Supper is in theaters now and is the must-see event of the Easter season. Get tickets at http://theChosenLastSupper.com. The Chosen: Last Supper brings the most pivotal week in history to life in this special 3-part theatrical release. The Chosen is the first ever multi season drama about the life of Jesus. Again, get tickets now at http://theChosenLastSupper.com. Now in theaters worldwide. 

Kara Hackert, Director of Children & Family Ministries

April 13th:In week five of our “I Am” series, we began Holy Week by celebrating Palm Sunday with services led by our Family Ministry. During this sermon, we focused on John 14:6, where Jesus states, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life.” Three of our students shared insights on each part of this statement, facilitated by Bryson Jackson, our resident church planter.Sermon Guide:www.ubcbeavercreek.com/sermon-resources/i-am-the-way-and-the-truth-and-the-lifeWatch Online:www.youtube.com/ubcbeavercreekVisit Us Online:www.ubcbeavercreek.comOur Mission:Helping people become wholehearted followers of Jesus Christ who know Him and make Him known.

Join Steph and Deaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor as they introduce this season's topic surrounding foster care and talk about why Christians have a special care for these children and families.   Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: lcmslife.org For resources on the family: lcmslife.org/family To learn more about Recognized Service Organizations of the LCMS: lcms.org/rso An LCMS Guide to Supporting Foster Families: https://lcmslife.org/resource/lcms-guide-to-supporting-foster-families/  Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Dr. Thomas Engel joins Steph to talk about the concerns of children in child dependency and how Christians can make a big impact in caring for these children.   Bio: Dr. Engel has been a member of the LCMS at various churches since the age of 4. He is an Eagle Scout, an alumnus of the Virginia Military Institute, and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He has also worked professionally as an EMS paramedic and an industrial saturation diver. He has an MBA and is a Doctor of Human Services with a focus on the concerns of children in child dependency. He has served children as a Child Protective Investigator, Guardian ad Litem supervisor, case manager supervisor, member of Florida's Critical Incident Rapid Response Team, ICPC Deputy Administrator, ICAMA Deputy Administrator, foster parent, and adoptive parent. Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: lcmslife.org For resources on the family: lcmslife.org/family An LCMS Guide to Supporting Foster Families: https://lcmslife.org/resource/lcms-guide-to-supporting-foster-families/  Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Chalyce Deterding joins Steph to talk about the joys and challenges of being a foster parent, along with the unique role that she plays as a CASA.   Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: lcmslife.org For resources on the family: lcmslife.org/family An LCMS Guide to Supporting Foster Families: https://lcmslife.org/resource/lcms-guide-to-supporting-foster-families/ Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Amanda and Pastor Krenz join Steph to talk about caring for mothers of children in foster care, and their goal to restore relationships between mothers and their children.   Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: lcmslife.org For resources on the family: lcmslife.org/family An LCMS Guide to Supporting Foster Families: https://lcmslife.org/resource/lcms-guide-to-supporting-foster-families/  Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Join our Director of Children and Family Ministry, Sarah Butterfield, and Ryan Silvia, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, for a podcast designed specifically for parents of kids in kindergarten through 12th grade. We will be exploring developmentally appropriate spiritual practices centered around six different Christian traditions during the Lenten season. It is our hope that these will become habits of faith your kids can engage in all year long! This week, Ryan and Sarah talk about spiritual giftedness. While this can seem like a difficult subject to enter into with your kids, they break it down to simple terms. Paying attention to what your kids are already doing well and what they are passionate about, helps them discover their spiritual giftedness. To download the Lent Workbook, click HERE. To download the Family Devotional, click HERE.  For more information: www.pointlomachurch.org. Learn more about Easterfest. Click HERE. We have three worship opportunities for you to experience: 9:00 a.m. - Sanctuary Service 9:30 a.m. - Online Service10:30 a.m. - Chapel Service Please consider joining us for one of these services.  If you would like to give to the ministry: http://pointlomachurch.org/give/ or Venmo: @Point-Loma-Church To view this podcast along with other digital content, go to our Youtube Channel @PointLomaChurchOnline.

Join our Director of Children and Family Ministry, Sarah Butterfield, and Ryan Silvia, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, for a podcast designed specifically for parents of kids in kindergarten through 12th grade. We will be exploring developmentally appropriate spiritual practices centered around six different Christian traditions during the Lenten season. It is our hope that these will become habits of faith your kids can engage in all year long! This week, Ryan and Sarah examine the practices of social justice. Just like the word evangelism, this can seem like a big , scary word, but for a different reason. Often times this word gets tied into the political realm, and its true meaning can become lost. Ryan and Sarah discuss how Jesus told us the most important commands were to love God and love others. Our love of others flows from our love of God, and any justice work that we do is done in partnership with God to bring about God's kingdom in the here and now. To download the Lent Workbook, click HERE. To download the Family Devotional, click HERE.  References from this episode: Being A Sanctuary by Pricelis Perreaux-Dominguez New Day Urban Ministries  Plant with Purpose  Justice Minded Kids by Elisa Johnston  Intentional Acts of Kindness BINGO Board  For more information: www.pointlomachurch.org. Learn more about Easterfest. Click HERE. We have three worship opportunities for you to experience: 9:00 a.m. - Sanctuary Service 9:30 a.m. - Online Service10:30 a.m. - Chapel Service Please consider joining us for one of these services.  If you would like to give to the ministry: http://pointlomachurch.org/give/ or Venmo: @Point-Loma-Church To view this podcast along with other digital content, go to our Youtube Channel @PointLomaChurchOnline.

We're excited to share our latest podcast episode featuring Dr. Jonathan Williams, executive director of Gospel Family Ministries and author of A Practical Theology of Family Worship and Gospel Family.Dr. Williams talks about breaking down the silos that exist within church ministries—like those segmented by age groups—to create an intergenerational discipleship vision. He explains how these silos can unintentionally lead to isolation and dysfunctional competition among different church generations. He breaks down and shares practical steps on how to form a family ministry team, align teachings across age groups, and inspire a biblical vision that motivates both action and commitment. By connecting generations in the church, believers can embrace a more cohesive and holistic approach to discipleship.To download a free sample or order D6 Curriculum, visit www.d6everyday.com Get your copy of Creating Healthy Church Systems by Brad Ransom at https://bit.ly/4bTER3G