It Takes A Village Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/it-takes-a-village Welcome to It Takes a Village, a podcast for parents of teenagers. This podcast is hosted by the Youth Ministry staff at First Baptist Arlington. You're not alone in this parenting journey! Here you'll find resources and ideas to help equip you as the primary discipler in your child's life. Each week, we'll discuss different topics and issues that directly affect teenagers, along with real life ways that you can intentionally support and shape your child. FBCA 3adddcf8-1cc2-518f-b5f4-c84aa91b5be9 no Introduction en Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:34:21 -0500 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:47:07 -0600 http://fbca.org https://img.transistor.fm/vSQowe9XDkVIPSALOrmQIWdvSMO_2s4kE344heqCvRw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM0NTQ0LzE2NjQy/OTY5MDktYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg It Takes A Village http://fbca.org episodic First Baptist Church Arlington Welcome to It Takes a Village, a podcast for parents of teenagers. This podcast is hosted by the Youth Ministry staff at First Baptist Arlington. You're not alone in this parenting journey! Here you'll find resources and ideas to help equip you as the primary discipler in your child's life. Each week, we'll discuss different topics and issues that directly affect teenagers, along with real life ways that you can intentionally support and shape your child. Welcome to It Takes a Village, a podcast for parents of teenagers. Teenagers, Family, Christianity, Parenting First Baptist Church Arlington No No What Your Teenager Needs from You? 14 14 What Your Teenager Needs from You? full bafa3e7e-b70f-48ad-8926-6ffc87a236b6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/234c6962 The work of parenting can often feel overwhelming and like it's impossible to get ahead.  What if we were to prioritize a few things in our families - maybe it wouldn't feel so daunting?  Join Kurt, Chelsea, and Tanner as we talk about 6 things that our students need and we'll share a few things that our students told us they want their parents to know.

6 Things Your Kid Needs Over Time:
https://thinkorange.com/blog/six-things-every-kid-needs/

  1. Your kid needs you to show up with love. 
  2. Your kid needs words over time. 
  3. Your kid needs stories. 
  4. Your kid needs fun. 
  5. Your kid needs a sense of work over time. 
  6. Your kid needs people

Additional resources:
TheParentCue.org
Nanette Johnson, Biblical Parenting Coach and Workshop Leader   Instagram: @nanette.nan.johnson

]]> The work of parenting can often feel overwhelming and like it's impossible to get ahead.  What if we were to prioritize a few things in our families - maybe it wouldn't feel so daunting?  Join Kurt, Chelsea, and Tanner as we talk about 6 things that our students need and we'll share a few things that our students told us they want their parents to know.

6 Things Your Kid Needs Over Time:
https://thinkorange.com/blog/six-things-every-kid-needs/

  1. Your kid needs you to show up with love. 
  2. Your kid needs words over time. 
  3. Your kid needs stories. 
  4. Your kid needs fun. 
  5. Your kid needs a sense of work over time. 
  6. Your kid needs people

Additional resources:
TheParentCue.org
Nanette Johnson, Biblical Parenting Coach and Workshop Leader   Instagram: @nanette.nan.johnson

]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 3556 The work of parenting can often feel overwhelming and like it's impossible to get ahead.  What if we were to prioritize a few things in our families - maybe it wouldn't feel so daunting?  Join Kurt, Chelsea, and Tanner as we talk about 6 things that our students need and we'll share a few things that our students told us they want their parents to know.

6 Things Your Kid Needs Over Time:
https://thinkorange.com/blog/six-things-every-kid-needs/

  1. Your kid needs you to show up with love. 
  2. Your kid needs words over time. 
  3. Your kid needs stories. 
  4. Your kid needs fun. 
  5. Your kid needs a sense of work over time. 
  6. Your kid needs people

Additional resources:
TheParentCue.org
Nanette Johnson, Biblical Parenting Coach and Workshop Leader   Instagram: @nanette.nan.johnson

]]> youth ministry, parenting, parents of teens, parenting teenagers, parents, mother, father, teenagers, teens, children, church No Why youth ministry matters? 13 13 Why youth ministry matters? full b3783558-6b62-4584-b9b5-87f6dab6725d https://share.transistor.fm/s/b58a79aa In this week's episode of It Takes a Village, Chelsea, Kurt, and Tanner share stories and reflections on how youth ministry has impacted their lives and the lives of the young people they've worked with. 

There are various aspects of youth ministry, including the importance of maintaining connection, providing a safe space for students, fostering spiritual growth, and partnering with parents. The episode emphasizes the significance of parental involvement, creating a supportive community, and addressing the needs and challenges faced by both students and families.

We highlight the role of youth ministry in guiding students spiritually, emotionally, and socially. The need for parents to actively engage with youth ministry, provide feedback, and collaborate with leaders to support their children's spiritual development.

A great resource available to parents is on the youth ministry's website (www.fbca.org/ministries/youth/family-resources), showcasing a commitment to equipping families with tools and support for their journey. Overall, the conversation underscores the importance of collaboration, communication, and community in nurturing the faith of young people within the context of youth ministry.

]]> In this week's episode of It Takes a Village, Chelsea, Kurt, and Tanner share stories and reflections on how youth ministry has impacted their lives and the lives of the young people they've worked with. 

There are various aspects of youth ministry, including the importance of maintaining connection, providing a safe space for students, fostering spiritual growth, and partnering with parents. The episode emphasizes the significance of parental involvement, creating a supportive community, and addressing the needs and challenges faced by both students and families.

We highlight the role of youth ministry in guiding students spiritually, emotionally, and socially. The need for parents to actively engage with youth ministry, provide feedback, and collaborate with leaders to support their children's spiritual development.

A great resource available to parents is on the youth ministry's website (www.fbca.org/ministries/youth/family-resources), showcasing a commitment to equipping families with tools and support for their journey. Overall, the conversation underscores the importance of collaboration, communication, and community in nurturing the faith of young people within the context of youth ministry.

]]> Mon, 13 May 2024 06:00:00 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 3069 In this week's episode of It Takes a Village, Chelsea, Kurt, and Tanner share stories and reflections on how youth ministry has impacted their lives and the lives of the young people they've worked with. 

There are various aspects of youth ministry, including the importance of maintaining connection, providing a safe space for students, fostering spiritual growth, and partnering with parents. The episode emphasizes the significance of parental involvement, creating a supportive community, and addressing the needs and challenges faced by both students and families.

We highlight the role of youth ministry in guiding students spiritually, emotionally, and socially. The need for parents to actively engage with youth ministry, provide feedback, and collaborate with leaders to support their children's spiritual development.

A great resource available to parents is on the youth ministry's website (www.fbca.org/ministries/youth/family-resources), showcasing a commitment to equipping families with tools and support for their journey. Overall, the conversation underscores the importance of collaboration, communication, and community in nurturing the faith of young people within the context of youth ministry.

]]> youth ministry, teenagers, students, parents, mother, father, children, church No Your Influence as a Parent 12 12 Your Influence as a Parent full a5c13d38-a324-46d7-94f2-5b3bc8163560 https://share.transistor.fm/s/245d4463 In this weeks episode of It Takes a Village we discuss Your Influence as a Parent.

From the moment a child is born, they begin to absorb information and learn from their surroundings. It's crucial for parents to be aware of the power of their influence. Parenting is more than just providing for basic needs; it's about shaping a child's values, beliefs, and behaviors. We explore ways in which parents can positively impact their children's lives. Begin with the end in mind!
External influences can shape a child's perspectives and values, often in ways parents may not be fully aware of. Recognizing these influences and guiding your child through them is essential for fostering a strong sense of self and ensuring they grow up with the biblical values you hold dear and want to pass on to your child.

Resources:
Habitudes by Tim Elmore
Home Life Center at FBCA (Next to Welcome Home Center)
Phase Guides phaseguides.com 

]]> In this weeks episode of It Takes a Village we discuss Your Influence as a Parent.

From the moment a child is born, they begin to absorb information and learn from their surroundings. It's crucial for parents to be aware of the power of their influence. Parenting is more than just providing for basic needs; it's about shaping a child's values, beliefs, and behaviors. We explore ways in which parents can positively impact their children's lives. Begin with the end in mind!
External influences can shape a child's perspectives and values, often in ways parents may not be fully aware of. Recognizing these influences and guiding your child through them is essential for fostering a strong sense of self and ensuring they grow up with the biblical values you hold dear and want to pass on to your child.

Resources:
Habitudes by Tim Elmore
Home Life Center at FBCA (Next to Welcome Home Center)
Phase Guides phaseguides.com 

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 2676 In this weeks episode of It Takes a Village we discuss Your Influence as a Parent.

From the moment a child is born, they begin to absorb information and learn from their surroundings. It's crucial for parents to be aware of the power of their influence. Parenting is more than just providing for basic needs; it's about shaping a child's values, beliefs, and behaviors. We explore ways in which parents can positively impact their children's lives. Begin with the end in mind!
External influences can shape a child's perspectives and values, often in ways parents may not be fully aware of. Recognizing these influences and guiding your child through them is essential for fostering a strong sense of self and ensuring they grow up with the biblical values you hold dear and want to pass on to your child.

Resources:
Habitudes by Tim Elmore
Home Life Center at FBCA (Next to Welcome Home Center)
Phase Guides phaseguides.com 

]]> Teenagers, Family, Christianity, Parenting No Back to School Family Rhythms 11 11 Back to School Family Rhythms full 7b1cbc45-029d-43c3-8569-a22f824f22b2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/38fe0951 It Takes a Village is back!
In this episode, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea talk about getting back into the rhythm of the school year. Through important connections like family dinner, prayer, and encouragement, we can shepherd our children through a time that can be exhausting.

Resources:
Home Word Center - Topics for Helping Families Succeed
The Family Dinner Project - Recipes for families to try, conservation of week guides, tips on eating as a family and MORE!
Khan Academy - FREE video lessons for multiple subjects. Teachers sometimes use in classroom to help demonstrate how visually on a topic especially useful for learning math. 

]]> It Takes a Village is back!
In this episode, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea talk about getting back into the rhythm of the school year. Through important connections like family dinner, prayer, and encouragement, we can shepherd our children through a time that can be exhausting.

Resources:
Home Word Center - Topics for Helping Families Succeed
The Family Dinner Project - Recipes for families to try, conservation of week guides, tips on eating as a family and MORE!
Khan Academy - FREE video lessons for multiple subjects. Teachers sometimes use in classroom to help demonstrate how visually on a topic especially useful for learning math. 

]]> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 1955 It Takes a Village is back!
In this episode, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea talk about getting back into the rhythm of the school year. Through important connections like family dinner, prayer, and encouragement, we can shepherd our children through a time that can be exhausting.

Resources:
Home Word Center - Topics for Helping Families Succeed
The Family Dinner Project - Recipes for families to try, conservation of week guides, tips on eating as a family and MORE!
Khan Academy - FREE video lessons for multiple subjects. Teachers sometimes use in classroom to help demonstrate how visually on a topic especially useful for learning math. 

]]> School, Fall, Rhythm, Routine, Family, Youth, Students, Teenagers, mother, father, dinner, prayer No Body Image In Teenagers 10 10 Body Image In Teenagers full f996a3e6-fdd7-468b-8b30-d2f0eb852458 https://share.transistor.fm/s/263ad14a Join Kurt, Chelsea, and Tanner in this week's episode of It Takes a Village to discuss what body image is
 and how it affects the way we think about and treat ourselves, including some memorable comments
 we've received about our bodies over the years. The team discusses ways to instill positive body image
 in children, signs to look out for, and biblical encouragement regarding these bodies we've been given.

Resources:
Detecting Body Image Issues In Teens By Walt Mueller
I Hate My Body... | Body Image & Insecurities | A Christian Guy's Perspective [Part 1] by Daily Disciple
Middle School topics Parent Cue
The Center for Integrative Counseling and Psychology @FBCA

]]> Join Kurt, Chelsea, and Tanner in this week's episode of It Takes a Village to discuss what body image is
 and how it affects the way we think about and treat ourselves, including some memorable comments
 we've received about our bodies over the years. The team discusses ways to instill positive body image
 in children, signs to look out for, and biblical encouragement regarding these bodies we've been given.

Resources:
Detecting Body Image Issues In Teens By Walt Mueller
I Hate My Body... | Body Image & Insecurities | A Christian Guy's Perspective [Part 1] by Daily Disciple
Middle School topics Parent Cue
The Center for Integrative Counseling and Psychology @FBCA

]]> Mon, 03 Apr 2023 01:00:00 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 2452 Join Kurt, Chelsea, and Tanner in this week's episode of It Takes a Village to discuss what body image is
 and how it affects the way we think about and treat ourselves, including some memorable comments
 we've received about our bodies over the years. The team discusses ways to instill positive body image
 in children, signs to look out for, and biblical encouragement regarding these bodies we've been given.

Resources:
Detecting Body Image Issues In Teens By Walt Mueller
I Hate My Body... | Body Image & Insecurities | A Christian Guy's Perspective [Part 1] by Daily Disciple
Middle School topics Parent Cue
The Center for Integrative Counseling and Psychology @FBCA

]]> youth ministry, teenagers, students, parents, mother, father, children, church body image, eating disorder, health, exercise No Open Conversations about Sex at Each Age 9 9 Open Conversations about Sex at Each Age full 9be3cc1f-b1ab-4a89-bd2f-ddde730761b4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d0ca8a59 Kurt and Chelsea are joined by Children's Minister, David Butts, to discuss what it looks like to have open conversations about sex at each stage with children, from preschool to high school. Though it can be awkward, it is important for parents to be a safe, reliable source of information for their children regarding development, their bodies, and sex. It's never too early and it's not too late!

Resources:
Teaching Your Children Healthy Sexuality: A Biblical Approach to Prepare Them for Life Jim Burns
@ birds_bees on Instagram

]]> Kurt and Chelsea are joined by Children's Minister, David Butts, to discuss what it looks like to have open conversations about sex at each stage with children, from preschool to high school. Though it can be awkward, it is important for parents to be a safe, reliable source of information for their children regarding development, their bodies, and sex. It's never too early and it's not too late!

Resources:
Teaching Your Children Healthy Sexuality: A Biblical Approach to Prepare Them for Life Jim Burns
@ birds_bees on Instagram

]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2023 01:00:00 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 3017 Kurt and Chelsea are joined by Children's Minister, David Butts, to discuss what it looks like to have open conversations about sex at each stage with children, from preschool to high school. Though it can be awkward, it is important for parents to be a safe, reliable source of information for their children regarding development, their bodies, and sex. It's never too early and it's not too late!

Resources:
Teaching Your Children Healthy Sexuality: A Biblical Approach to Prepare Them for Life Jim Burns
@ birds_bees on Instagram

]]> youth ministry, teenagers, students, parents, mother, father, children, church sexuality, sexual health, healthy homes, open conversations No Addressing Pornography 8 8 Addressing Pornography full 54aeb21f-6714-4026-98aa-b578d330729f https://share.transistor.fm/s/f05f1039 The youth ministry team discusses pornography and how to address it with you teen.
A conversation about what pornography is, why it is wrong, and how we can prepare our teens for when they encounter it.


Resources:
Fight The New Drug - researched based on ways to get help with addictions
Living Hope Ministries - porn-addiction help including podcasts
Triple X Church -website and they also host the Live Free app
Covenant Eyes - resources and tools
The Gospel & Pornography by Moore & Walker
Smartphone Sanity by Eaton & Callihan

]]> The youth ministry team discusses pornography and how to address it with you teen.
A conversation about what pornography is, why it is wrong, and how we can prepare our teens for when they encounter it.


Resources:
Fight The New Drug - researched based on ways to get help with addictions
Living Hope Ministries - porn-addiction help including podcasts
Triple X Church -website and they also host the Live Free app
Covenant Eyes - resources and tools
The Gospel & Pornography by Moore & Walker
Smartphone Sanity by Eaton & Callihan

]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2023 01:00:00 -0600 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 2862 The youth ministry team discusses pornography and how to address it with you teen.
A conversation about what pornography is, why it is wrong, and how we can prepare our teens for when they encounter it.


Resources:
Fight The New Drug - researched based on ways to get help with addictions
Living Hope Ministries - porn-addiction help including podcasts
Triple X Church -website and they also host the Live Free app
Covenant Eyes - resources and tools
The Gospel & Pornography by Moore & Walker
Smartphone Sanity by Eaton & Callihan

]]> Teenagers, Family, Christianity, Parenting No Cultivating Parenting Mentor Relationships 7 7 Cultivating Parenting Mentor Relationships full 3780021f-5ed4-4a29-92eb-fccd3fbc432b https://share.transistor.fm/s/791a6a11
In this episode of It Takes a Village, Chelsea and Tanner are joined by Kelli McDaniel to discuss the importance of adult parents having relationships with other parents, to encourage with wisdom and experience. This week's guest, Kelli, discusses with the team how cultivating relationships with other parents can be beneficial practically and spiritually through your parenting journey.

Resources:
Women's, Wive's and Momma's on Facebook
Reddit.com (r/Parenting, r/parentingteenagers)
Kelli Filling in- the church!

]]>
In this episode of It Takes a Village, Chelsea and Tanner are joined by Kelli McDaniel to discuss the importance of adult parents having relationships with other parents, to encourage with wisdom and experience. This week's guest, Kelli, discusses with the team how cultivating relationships with other parents can be beneficial practically and spiritually through your parenting journey.

Resources:
Women's, Wive's and Momma's on Facebook
Reddit.com (r/Parenting, r/parentingteenagers)
Kelli Filling in- the church!

]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2023 01:00:00 -0600 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 1695 This week's guest, Kelli, discusses with the team how cultivating relationships with other parents can be beneficial practically and spiritually through your parenting journey. This week's guest, Kelli, discusses with the team how cultivating relationships with other parents can be beneficial practically and spiritually through your parenting journey. youth ministry, teenagers, students, parents, mother, father, children, church, mentor, relationship, wisdom No Managing Difficult Relationships With Your Teenager 6 6 Managing Difficult Relationships With Your Teenager full 7a3557ed-3078-42d4-ad50-a9b5e4814723 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3475608a The youth team discusses navigating difficult relationships between teens and their friends, family, etc.

Resources:
Boundaries by Cloud and Townsend
The Teenage Brain by Frances E. Jensen
Families Where Grace is in Place by Jeff VanVonderen

]]> The youth team discusses navigating difficult relationships between teens and their friends, family, etc.

Resources:
Boundaries by Cloud and Townsend
The Teenage Brain by Frances E. Jensen
Families Where Grace is in Place by Jeff VanVonderen

]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2022 01:00:00 -0600 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 2096 The youth team discusses navigating difficult relationships between teens and their friends, family, etc. The youth team discusses navigating difficult relationships between teens and their friends, family, etc. Teenagers, Family, Christianity, Parenting No It Takes a Village Holiday Special 5 5 It Takes a Village Holiday Special bonus ddbcafe2-dc5c-4245-a83d-e5c4dc9048d1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1bf53530 Kurt, Chelsea and Tanner share funny stories, traditions, spiritual practices around Christmas to focus our hearts on the true meaning.

]]> Kurt, Chelsea and Tanner share funny stories, traditions, spiritual practices around Christmas to focus our hearts on the true meaning.

]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2022 01:00:00 -0600 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 2086 Holiday special Holiday special Teenagers, Family, Christianity, Parenting No Preparing Your Child For Social Media 4 4 Preparing Your Child For Social Media full c55ec9dc-a598-42a9-885a-31f9f43e1f1f https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3f80f88 In this episode Chelsea, Tanner and Kurt give insight to preparing your child for social media as well as how social media and phones can impact your teen. There are positives and negatives of social media for you and your teen. The goal is to find a balance with social media and not let it take over your life. The three discuss their own personal journey through social media and how they have adapted to this changing technology as well as some mishaps along the way.

References:
Queen Bees and Wannabees by Rosalind Wiseman
The Social Delimma on Netflix
A Parent's Guide to Understanding Social Media: Helping Your Teenager Navigate Life Online

]]> In this episode Chelsea, Tanner and Kurt give insight to preparing your child for social media as well as how social media and phones can impact your teen. There are positives and negatives of social media for you and your teen. The goal is to find a balance with social media and not let it take over your life. The three discuss their own personal journey through social media and how they have adapted to this changing technology as well as some mishaps along the way.

References:
Queen Bees and Wannabees by Rosalind Wiseman
The Social Delimma on Netflix
A Parent's Guide to Understanding Social Media: Helping Your Teenager Navigate Life Online

]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2022 01:00:00 -0600 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 3382 Chelsea, Tanner and Kurt give insight to preparing your child for social media as well as how social media and phones can impact your teen. Chelsea, Tanner and Kurt give insight to preparing your child for social media as well as how social media and phones can impact your teen. social media, teens No Boundaries Around Phones For Teenagers 3 3 Boundaries Around Phones For Teenagers full 9ada4836-ba32-4ccb-bc9e-efa2fd527180 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7b4c915a In this episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea discuss different ways that parents can help teens have a healthy relationship with technology.  Specifically, their cell phones. 

LINKS/Resources:



]]> In this episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea discuss different ways that parents can help teens have a healthy relationship with technology.  Specifically, their cell phones. 

LINKS/Resources:



]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2022 01:00:00 -0600 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 2185 How to handle cell phones and your teen? How to handle cell phones and your teen? cellphone, cellphone contract, technology, youth ministry, teenagers, students, parents, mother, father, children, church No Getting Your Teenager To Open Up 2 2 Getting Your Teenager To Open Up full c4bdedb7-8c02-4a8f-900f-d6e3dab26658 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e99d9961 We know that sometimes it's like pulling teeth to get your teenager to open up and talk to you. In this episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea talk through practical ideas to help parents connect better with their teenagers. Whether it's just to hear how their day went or to understand a major struggle they're having, these tools can help create space for conversation. 

LINKS/Resources:


]]> We know that sometimes it's like pulling teeth to get your teenager to open up and talk to you. In this episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea talk through practical ideas to help parents connect better with their teenagers. Whether it's just to hear how their day went or to understand a major struggle they're having, these tools can help create space for conversation. 

LINKS/Resources:


]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2022 01:00:00 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 2177 In this episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea talk through practical ideas to help parents connect better with their teenagers. In this episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea talk through practical ideas to help parents connect better with their teenagers. youth ministry, teenagers, students, parents, mother, father, children, church, connecting with your teen No Building A Network Of Adults In Your Child's Life 1 1 Building A Network Of Adults In Your Child's Life full 487b53b3-5738-4e4b-ba5e-3f7dd043b564 https://share.transistor.fm/s/53d2bc8a Parenting is not for the faint of heart - it's a tough job, but God has uniquely prepared you for it!  In this episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Chelsea, and Tanner discuss engaging the village to help for care and encourage your teenager because they will need other adults to speak into their lives.

Don't worry if your child doesn't tell you everything. Find a network within you church, family or other positive role models. Having your child open up to a trusted adult will be beneficial for you and your child.

Sometimes when there is something going on with your child it may be beneficial to let their teacher/coach know without being specific on the details.

Seek mentors for your children. Gather all the events you child is doing during the semester, year, etc. and give to their mentor and encourage them to come to some of the events. PS. This will also help you be focused on the events that your child is participating in also!

Resources:
Sticky Faith by Dr. Kara Powell & Dr. Chap Clark
youth.gov
Parenting Beyond Your Capacity: Connect Your Family to a Wider Community by Reggie Joiner & Carey Nieuwhof


]]> Parenting is not for the faint of heart - it's a tough job, but God has uniquely prepared you for it!  In this episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Chelsea, and Tanner discuss engaging the village to help for care and encourage your teenager because they will need other adults to speak into their lives.

Don't worry if your child doesn't tell you everything. Find a network within you church, family or other positive role models. Having your child open up to a trusted adult will be beneficial for you and your child.

Sometimes when there is something going on with your child it may be beneficial to let their teacher/coach know without being specific on the details.

Seek mentors for your children. Gather all the events you child is doing during the semester, year, etc. and give to their mentor and encourage them to come to some of the events. PS. This will also help you be focused on the events that your child is participating in also!

Resources:
Sticky Faith by Dr. Kara Powell & Dr. Chap Clark
youth.gov
Parenting Beyond Your Capacity: Connect Your Family to a Wider Community by Reggie Joiner & Carey Nieuwhof


]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2022 01:00:00 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 2081 Building a network of adults in your child's life. Don't worry if your child doesn't tell you everything. Find a network within you church, family or other positive role models. Building a network of adults in your child's life. Don't worry if your child doesn't tell you everything. Find a network within you church, family or other positive role models. youth ministry, teenagers, students, parents, mother, father, children, church, connect, communication, talk No Introduction Introduction trailer 2d8d9c51-18b8-4876-a7d4-579da2963117 https://share.transistor.fm/s/27db1246 In this introductory episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea introduce themselves. They also talk about what you can expect in future episodes!

  • Kurt went to East Texas Baptist College and then Southwestern Seminary
  • Chelsea went to THE University of Texas @ Austin and then Southwestern Seminary
  • Tanner went to University of Mary-Harden Baylor and then George W. Truett Theological Seminary @ Baylor University
]]> In this introductory episode of It Takes a Village, Kurt, Tanner, and Chelsea introduce themselves. They also talk about what you can expect in future episodes!

  • Kurt went to East Texas Baptist College and then Southwestern Seminary
  • Chelsea went to THE University of Texas @ Austin and then Southwestern Seminary
  • Tanner went to University of Mary-Harden Baylor and then George W. Truett Theological Seminary @ Baylor University
]]> Thu, 29 Sep 2022 11:56:47 -0500 First Baptist Church Arlington First Baptist Church Arlington 1692 An introduction to each host and what this podcast will include. An introduction to each host and what this podcast will include. youth ministry, teenagers, students, parents, mother, father, children, church No