Family Ministry Newsletter

Hey Parents! We are wrapping up our Things That Stick sermon series this week, but I want to encourage you to check out Clay's sermon on Parenting in the Ways of Jesus from Sunday the 28th.  Why is this important? Statistically, across the U.S., we are seeing 40-50% of high school seniors drifting from their Christian faith when they leave home.  That's 1 million students each year. Clay gets at the heart of what Biblical parenting should look like to help our kids develop a resilient, sticky faith.  When we look at Deuteronomy 6, it paints a picture of us as parents growing everyday in our love for God in all aspects of life, while turning around and helping our kids do the same.  This kind of discipleship is not a "one hour on Sunday" type of prescription.  It's a lifestyle.  It's teaching and modeling our faith to our kids all throughout the week.  When we wake up, drive to school, eat dinner, go to soccer practice, spend time on social media, and also when we chose or chose not to go to church.  This commandment from God is 24/7. I know it can feel overwhelming.  The good news is your not alone. Clay gives us helpful tools to build on and continue creating a culture of discipleship in our home.  You can check out the sermon here. 

I also want to share with you a great resource to help us as parents think through "everyday discipleship".  It's a great book called The Sticky Faith Guide to Your Family by Dr. Kara Powell from Fuller Youth Institute. It has over 100 practical and tested ideas to build lasting faith in kids.  Here is a link to order the book.

Join us for a weekend with David Thomas and Sissy Goff Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23  as we look at Intentional Parenting and Raising Boys and Girls. The cost is $25 per person or $40 per couple. Registration is open. Friday is from 7-9 PM and Saturday is from 9-12 PM. Click here to register

Do you desire to parent your kids out of love but struggle knowing what that looks like? Based on numerous conversations with parents over the years, this event emphasizes how to engage with your growing kids as you're growing alongside them. David and Sissy will show how to be more consistent, patient, connected, balanced and intentional with your children and how to engage them.

David is the co-author of ten books and has been featured in The Washington Post and USA Today. He is a frequent guest on national television and podcasts. 

Sissy speaks to parents and children’s ministers across the country, and is the author of twelve books. Sissy is a regular contributor to various podcasts and publications. 

Sissy and David have their own podcast called Raising Boys and Girls. You can find more information and resources at www.raisingboysandgirls.com.