PARENTS
Weekly Parent Gathering
Sundays 9:55-10:45
Jones Hall in the Education Building
Join parents of similar ages and stages to reflect upon the scriptures being taught in our Youth and Children’s Sunday School programs. College-aged parents are also welcome!— as this is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other parents, foster meaningful relationships, and support one another in life and faith.
Come when you can; leave when you must. There’s always room at the table!
Parents Small Groups
Parents' small groups meet throughout the week and in different parts of DC. Please contact Rev. Craig Meek for more information.
Parent Resources
Bible Project (website)
BibleProject aims to make every book of the Bible easy to understand through short animated videos.
“Blessings for Your Children” Calendar
Downloadable monthly prayer calendar for parents to pray for kids!
No More Gross-out Games (Article)
Read "Youth Pastors Ditch Gross-Out Games and Help Student Ministry Grow Up" to see how today’s groups becoming more integrated with the rest of the church is helping youth build their faith.
Parenting and Love Styles Part 1 of 2 (podcast)
This podcast episode encourages you to consider how your family of origin impacts your parenting style.
Pint-Sized Spirituality (article)
This article from Christianity Today is best summarized with the quote, “God isn't saying it's our job to create a relationship between our kids and God; God isn't putting the onus on us to carry all the weight. No, God is calling us to do our part as parents—while God does his own work in our children's lives.”
Sacred Parenting: How Raising Children Shapes Our Souls (Book)
Sacred Parenting turns the tables and demonstrates how God uses children to change their parents.
Sticky Faith: Everyday Ideas to Build Lasting Faith in Your Kids (book)
What makes faith “stick” beyond the high school years? This book includes practical suggestions and personal anecdotes.
The Collapse of Parenting (book)
This book by Leonard Sax is a should have in any new parent’s library.