by Podcast | Oct 15, 2019 | Podcast, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Middle School, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Youthmin
In this episode, Dr. Kara Powell gives some insights into the rising conversation about parents growing with their teenagers in regard to their faith. Through her experience at the Fuller Youth Institute, many years in local church ministry, and personally as a parent...
by Podcast | Oct 8, 2019 | General, Family Ministry, Kidmin, NextGen, Partner with Parents, Podcast, Systems
In this episode, Tony Kummer shares the findings from a unique survey of Christian volunteers and leaders within the church about the faith of the next generation. This survey focused on how they came to faith, the key factors of their faith development and how the...
by Podcast | Oct 1, 2019 | Podcast, Family Ministry, Multisite, NextGen, Partner with Parents
In this episode, David Maddron walks us through the difficult journey of losing a child. I also ask David about the steps he now takes to help those around him within the church and community that have experienced similar loses. David Maddron Connect with David on...
by Nick Blevins | Sep 10, 2019 | Podcast, Partner with Parents, Youthmin
In this episode, I talk with Doug Franklin about Leader Treks. We talk about the value of student leadership and he shares about the work they do in resourcing churches with trips, training and curriculum. Doug Franklin Connect with Doug on Facebook | Twitter |...
by Nick Blevins | Apr 9, 2019 | Podcast, Family Ministry, NextGen, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I talk with Kurt Brodbeck about his church's family framework for partnering with parents through transitions and milestones. Kurt walks through the different components of their framework, the vision behind each step, and how they set parents up to...
by Nick Blevins | Jan 29, 2019 | Podcast, Family Ministry, NextGen, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I talk with Matt Morgan about milestones and transition events for families. Matt shares the 6 milestones that his church not only celebrates with parents, but equips them for. Essentially, at each milestone, they offer a seminar style class to equip...
by Nick Blevins | Jan 22, 2019 | Podcast, Family Ministry, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I break down the 5-part strategy my church uses to partner with parents. I walk through these five steps, talk about what they look like practically – week to week, and month to month – for us. I also draw a roadmap, detailing how churches can begin...
by Nick Blevins | Jul 31, 2018 | Podcast, Family Ministry, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I talk with Children's Pastor, Lindsey Whitney. Lindsey does a great job resourcing leaders and parents at her church, and she shares those resources on her blog GrowingKidsMinistry.com. In our conversation, she walks through a lot of those resources...
by Nick Blevins | Jun 19, 2018 | Podcast, Middle School, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I talk with North Point Ministries Middle School Director, Britt Kitchen, about how they plan their student ministry calendar-from content, to the ins and outs of events, trips, and retreats. We also break down how they approach utilizing space and...
by Nick Blevins | Feb 6, 2018 | Podcast, Family Ministry, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I talk with the author of Spiritual Parenting, Dr. Michelle Anthony. We walk through some of the principles in her book, and then break down what family ministry looks like at her church. She shares the groups, events, resources, and other unique...
by Nick Blevins | Jan 23, 2018 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Kidmin, Partner with Parents, Preschool
In this episode, I talk with Director of Kids' Club and Student Ministry, Kim Botto, about what her church has done to serve kids and families that are hurting, have experienced trauma, have difficult backgrounds, or are facing other challenges. She shares about the...
by Nick Blevins | Jan 9, 2018 | Family Ministry, Partner with Parents, Podcast
In this episode, I talk with Family Pastor Chris Sasser, of Port City Community Church. Chris shares how he and his team are partnering with parents in their church through The Parent Network. The Parent Network is a 4-part initiative they started two years ago. Chris...
by Nick Blevins | Nov 21, 2017 | Podcast, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I talk with Family Ministry leader, Phil Bell. Phil and I walk through his book, Team Up: The Family Ministry Playbook for Partnering With Parents. Phil shares the partnership strategy his church uses–from how they connect parents with one another, to...
by Nick Blevins | Nov 7, 2017 | Podcast, Elementary, Family Ministry, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I talk with my friend, Dave Truitt, about creating great family experiences for parents and kids, where they can learn and talk about faith together. He breaks down what goes into each experience, how they prepare for it, and why it is key to their...
by Nick Blevins | Sep 12, 2017 | Podcast, Leadership, Partner with Parents
In this episode, I welcome my friend, Cindy Fiala, back to the podcast (You can check out Cindy's first episode on the Family Ministry Model and Women in Leadership here). Cindy has recently transitioned into the role of Family Minister at LifeBridge Christian Church....
