Parent Resources

We want to walk alongside you as you raise your family up in the ways of the Lord!

Here's resources for you to go deeper with your kids at home!

what we're learning in Kids' Ministry!

May 8th: God Provided Issac
(Genesis 21-22) Who is in control of everything? God is in control of everything in heaven and on earth. Nothing is outside of God’s good plan.

Memory Verse: Psalm 135:5-6
"For I know that the Lord is great,
    and that our Lord is above all gods.
Whatever the Lord pleases, he does,
    in heaven and on earth,
    in the seas and all deeps."

Songs We're Singing:

Jesus Your My Superhero
Arky Arky
The Fruit of the Spirit isn’t a Coconut
Jesus Loves Me
The Books of the Bible

Family Discussion Starters

What is one thing you remember from this week’s Bible story?
What did God provide form Abraham to give as an offering instead of Issac?
How do you think Abraham felt when God provided the ram for the offering?
How does God show His love to us through Jesus?

Family Activities

Look up the definition of trust online or in a dictionary. Talk about the meaning of the word and share examples of what it means to trust other and to trust God. Remind your children that Abraham trusted God.
As a family, talk about offerings we can give to God. Talk about what each family member will give God as an offering.

activities to do at home!

Have regular family fun nights!
Everyone has to have a good attitude (if you have a bad day, talk it out and then let it go!
Take turns on who gets to decide
Make it a priority
Set aside expectations, especially if your kids are young
Be flexible (ex: if rains or someone doesn’t feel well, change you park plans to movie plans)
Family devotional during regular family times like dinner
Board Games!
Make dinner together
Have art night
Get outdoors, go hiking, have a picnic, go camping, ect.
Grow a garden together
Visit a farm
Go to a nearby Museum
Mead Cultural Edu Center
Washington Pavillion
Build a fort
Learn a new skill together (Spanish, magic tricks, ect)
Go to the carnival
Spend the day in a nearby town doing something new
Do a science experiment: https://artfulparent.com/best-kids-science-experiments-at-home/
Do acts of kindness together (ding dong ditch balloons, delivery dessert, shovel someone else’s driveway together, etc)
Do a puzzle together
Go on a vacation

music:

Listener Kids

https://www.youtube.com/user/listenerkids

VeggieTales

https://www.youtube.com/veggietales

CJ and Friends

https://www.youtube.com/c/CJandFriends

Hillsong Kids

https://www.youtube.com/c/hillsongkidsofficial

learning resources:

Connect Families

https://connectedfamilies.org
Connect Families is an online resource that provides coaching sessions, reading material, online sources and resources listings “that cares for, inspires, and equips parents to receive and pass on God’s grace and truth”

Bible Project

https://bibleproject.com
BibleProject is a nonprofit ed-tech organization and animation studio that produces 100% free Bible videos, podcasts, blogs, classes, and educational Bible resources to help make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere.
App also available

All Star Kids Club

https://www.allstarskidsclub.com
Totally free Bible streaming service for kids!
App also available

Go Noodle

https://www.gonoodle.com
Engages 14million kids every month with movement and mindfulness videos crated by child development experts. Totally Free
App Also Available

Minno TV

This is a steaming service with Christian content for kids, such as BibleMan, VeggieTales, etc.
App Available

christian parenting podcasts:

The Disciple-Making Parent

The Disciple-Making Parent equips Christian parents to pass the gospel to their children. In the show, we'll think about principles that all parents should know. Listen in on Chap's conversations with equippers in this field.

Pardon the Mess with Cynthia Yanof

Parenting is messy and we're not afraid to talk about it. Each week Cynthia Yanof has honest conversations with her guests about raising our kids in biblical truth in a fast-changing world. It's funny, it's relatable, it's honest, and it's going to keep you coming back for more. Let's walk the parenting road together because there are no perfect parents - just a perfect God who loves us in the middle of our mess

Courageous Parenting with Isaac and Angie Toplin

The raw truth on how to equip confident Christian kids in an uncertain world. We cover parenting topics on things such as purity, self-control, obedience, discipleship, relationships, education, pornography, Bible-time, marriage, and family. We hold nothing back and give the Biblical truth on relevant topics parents need today.

Focus on Parenting Podcast

Focus on the Family has a long history of providing quality content for Christian families. The guests are always top-notch and provide a solid Christ-centered perspective and advice. I also appreciate the references to scientific studies and consideration of current culture in addressing parenting topics.

Truth. Love. Parent. With AMBrewster

TLP explores how the Bible's Truth can lovingly be applied to your parenting regardless of the size of your family or the age of your children. We fill every episode with Scripture, practical application, and a large dose of insightful Brewsterisms for both moms and dads!

Legacy Dads with Lance and Dante

Real men with authentic faith. Legacy Dads is a community of Christian men focusing on issues such as marriage, parenting, and leadership. We equip men who are trying to balance faith, our modern lives and leading our families to a lasting legacy.

Real Men Connect with Dr. Joe Martin

Get ready to receive wisdom and guidance from some of the country's most respected Christian men on how to strengthen your marriage, be a better father, get control of your finances, heal the wounds from your past, be the spiritual leader of your family, and walk faithfully with God. Learn the things your dad should've taught you, but probably didn't. No judgment, no shame, just real answers for real men with real challenges seeking real change for God's glory.

Raising Christian Kids with Lee Ann Mancini

Raising Christian Kids podcast is for parents, grandparents, teachers, ministry leaders, and all who are raising the next generation to have a strong foundation in Jesus. Lee Ann Mancini's episodes will educate and empower you to be the best spiritual leader for your child.

Sex + Christian Parents

Some of the most difficult questions for a parent surround those related to sex and sexuality. This is especially true for Christian parents. It has been said that the more religious the family is the less likely they are to talk about sex in their home. This podcast and its many conversations intend to change this reality.

Calm Christian Parenting with Kirk and Casey Martin

Calm Christian Parenting Podcast Have a strong-willed child who argues like an attorney, refuses to listen, melts down, and doesn't respond to consequences? Good! CelebrateCalm.com Founder Kirk Martin and his son, Casey, have equipped almost 1,000,000 parents with practical, life-changing strategies that actually work. Stop the yelling, defiance, and power struggles and build a close, trusting relationship that mirrors the heart of God the Father toward His children.

Pairadocs with Jimmy and Josh

Pairadocs is a podcast with a Christian take on life, family, and culture. Jimmy and Josh will provide marriage and parenting insight, to be sure; however, don't be surprised if other topics emerge, such as sports, entertainment, politics, or the latest episode of Pioneer Woman! The Pairadocs has two formats: interview and content. One episode a week focuses on interviewing some of the greatest Christian minds around. For the other episode, Jimmy and Josh discuss a cultural or familial topic you're sure to enjoy!

books:

Books for Family

Take Back Your Family
talking to your kids about sex

Toddlers and Preschoolers

Christian Parenting Handbook
Dr Dobsons Parenting Collection ( The New Dare To Discipline, The New Strong-Willed Child, Parenting isn’t for Cowards)
Don't Make Me Count to Three
The Ministry of Motherhood

Books About Boys

Bringing Up Boys
Boys Should Be Boys
Wild at Heart
Wild Things

Books About Girls

Bringing Up Girls
Raising a Daughter After Gods Own Heart
What a Little Girl Needs from Her Mom
Ways to Keep the "Little" in Your Girl

Lighthearted Reads