The Parent Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-parent-podcast Join The Parent Podcast each week as we discuss topics relevant to parents. Whether you are expecting your first child or have kids getting ready to graduate college, we've got you covered. We'll bring in different guests to provide their expertise and perspective in an effort to remind you that your aren't alone in this journey and encourage you as you raise your children. @ 2021 Autumn Ridge Church 935f5396-ab6c-5118-9b84-ba7b02b8295b no Introducing The Parent Podcast en Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:36:37 -0500 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:18:17 -0600 https://theparentpodcast.transistor.fm https://img.transistor.fm/O5VI1TSZc_Ljuo6GzUA7C8A2ZxgFafmiPiTA2yGIIjQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzE4NTY3LzE2MTMy/NDQyNzAtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg The Parent Podcast https://theparentpodcast.transistor.fm episodic Autumn Ridge Church Join The Parent Podcast each week as we discuss topics relevant to parents. Whether you are expecting your first child or have kids getting ready to graduate college, we've got you covered. We'll bring in different guests to provide their expertise and perspective in an effort to remind you that your aren't alone in this journey and encourage you as you raise your children. Join The Parent Podcast each week as we discuss topics relevant to parents. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, Robert Nash No No A Stress-Free Family Vacation 13 13 A Stress-Free Family Vacation full 269fd3a6-b115-4e96-b377-0d5fe9eb50bb https://share.transistor.fm/s/da40f2ed SHOW NOTES

It’s summertime which means vacations! But how can parents cut down on the stress of planning and truly enjoy their family trip? Travel blogger Jennifer Brommer joins us to answer that question.

Thanks for listening and supporting season one! We'll be back in September with all-new episodes, topics, and guests!

Travel with a Plan Blog

Veken Packing Cubes via Amazon

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It’s summertime which means vacations! But how can parents cut down on the stress of planning and truly enjoy their family trip? Travel blogger Jennifer Brommer joins us to answer that question.

Thanks for listening and supporting season one! We'll be back in September with all-new episodes, topics, and guests!

Travel with a Plan Blog

Veken Packing Cubes via Amazon

]]> Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 3395 It’s summertime which means vacations! But how can parents cut down on the stress of planning and truly enjoy their family trip? Travel blogger Jennifer Brommer joins us to answer that question. It’s summertime which means vacations! But how can parents cut down on the stress of planning and truly enjoy their family trip? Travel blogger Jennifer Brommer joins us to answer that question. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Lessons in Parenting 12 12 Lessons in Parenting full fa221678-95aa-49f4-aa69-bc2b0efbad15 https://share.transistor.fm/s/145c20f3 Parenting. It isn't a job for the faint of heart. On today's episode, we discuss some misconceptions of raising kids and share a few of the lessons we've learned along the way.

]]> Parenting. It isn't a job for the faint of heart. On today's episode, we discuss some misconceptions of raising kids and share a few of the lessons we've learned along the way.

]]> Fri, 04 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 1941 Jason and Katherine O'Grady share some of the lessons they've learned from parenting. Jason and Katherine O'Grady share some of the lessons they've learned from parenting. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Teen Abortion 11 11 Teen Abortion full d07c9e0e-ca1b-4674-ad31-75b471795bec https://share.transistor.fm/s/bf20bb5d What help is available for those who are pregnant? How can we respond with love to those who have chosen to have an abortion? What can parents do if their teen has an unplanned pregnancy? New Life Family Services joins us to discuss.

]]> What help is available for those who are pregnant? How can we respond with love to those who have chosen to have an abortion? What can parents do if their teen has an unplanned pregnancy? New Life Family Services joins us to discuss.

]]> Wed, 26 May 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 2632 New Life Family Services joins us to discuss abortion. New Life Family Services joins us to discuss abortion. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Balancing Sports, Faith, and Life 10 10 Balancing Sports, Faith, and Life full 6700c444-fabd-4751-a2ea-c49601379dfd https://share.transistor.fm/s/de9ed8a0 Caleb Smith, Executive Pastor at Autumn Ridge Church, joins us to offer his perspective on creating a balance and rhythm in the midst of an active family schedule.

SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES

Derek's Recap Corner
1. Create a balance and rhythm for your family.
2. Build in times of rest.
3. Look for warning signs that your child is over-scheduled.
4. Recognize your motivation behind the sports/activities.
5. Know it is okay for your child to run after what they're good at as long as it doesn't take higher value than Jesus in their life.

Nick Foles Press Conference

Trevor Lawrence 'Win at all Cost' Statement and Tweets

Contact Caleb: smith.caleb@autumnridgechurch.org

]]> Caleb Smith, Executive Pastor at Autumn Ridge Church, joins us to offer his perspective on creating a balance and rhythm in the midst of an active family schedule.

SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES

Derek's Recap Corner
1. Create a balance and rhythm for your family.
2. Build in times of rest.
3. Look for warning signs that your child is over-scheduled.
4. Recognize your motivation behind the sports/activities.
5. Know it is okay for your child to run after what they're good at as long as it doesn't take higher value than Jesus in their life.

Nick Foles Press Conference

Trevor Lawrence 'Win at all Cost' Statement and Tweets

Contact Caleb: smith.caleb@autumnridgechurch.org

]]> Wed, 19 May 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 2357 How do parents balance youth sports and other extracurricular activities with everyday life? How do parents balance youth sports and other extracurricular activities with everyday life? parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Big Church vs. Kids Church 9 9 Big Church vs. Kids Church full e96d7125-d387-45d3-b653-7062d5e444ac https://share.transistor.fm/s/f2f8163a Lead Pastor Rick Henderson joins us as we discuss a big question: should parents should bring their kids to the weekend worship service OR to the children's worship service.

NOTES AND RESOURCES

Stick Faith by Kara Powell and Chap Clark

1. Develop 5-key adult relationships for your child.
2. Teach them the Gospel in a way they understand.
3. Partner with Children/Student Ministries at your church.
4. Create a safe place for your child to ask questions (at home and church).
5. Help your kids know the 4 major worldview questions (origin, meaning, morality, and destiny) and the Bible's response to those questions.

]]> Lead Pastor Rick Henderson joins us as we discuss a big question: should parents should bring their kids to the weekend worship service OR to the children's worship service.

NOTES AND RESOURCES

Stick Faith by Kara Powell and Chap Clark

1. Develop 5-key adult relationships for your child.
2. Teach them the Gospel in a way they understand.
3. Partner with Children/Student Ministries at your church.
4. Create a safe place for your child to ask questions (at home and church).
5. Help your kids know the 4 major worldview questions (origin, meaning, morality, and destiny) and the Bible's response to those questions.

]]> Wed, 12 May 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 2506 Rick Henderson joins us to discuss the best place for children during a weekend worship service. Rick Henderson joins us to discuss the best place for children during a weekend worship service. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Robert & Derek Unplugged Robert & Derek Unplugged bonus 7352e2fb-bb0f-4104-b5b7-e0c3cfd30c64 https://share.transistor.fm/s/359a4302 No new episode this week, but here is a short clip of Robert and Derek when they go off-script. We'll be back next Wednesday with Lead Pastor Rick Henderson as we discuss if parents should bring their kids to the weekend worship service OR to the children's worship service. Happy Mother's Day! 

]]> No new episode this week, but here is a short clip of Robert and Derek when they go off-script. We'll be back next Wednesday with Lead Pastor Rick Henderson as we discuss if parents should bring their kids to the weekend worship service OR to the children's worship service. Happy Mother's Day! 

]]> Wed, 05 May 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 219 Robert and Derek go off-script. Robert and Derek go off-script. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Sharing The Good News with Your Kids 8 8 Sharing The Good News with Your Kids full 688a2039-0343-4cfd-9b42-eb236629302b https://share.transistor.fm/s/96692779 Brooke Kashou tells us all about her children's book "Good News for Me!" and how parents can talk to their children about faith, sin, salvation, and other important topics.

NOTES & RESOURCES

1. Don't shy away from the hard questions.
2. Give honest answers that aren't watered down.
3. Continue the conversation.
4. Let your children see your faith & forgiveness in your life.

Brooke's Website

"Good News for Me!" on Amazon

"Good News for Me!" on B&N

]]> Brooke Kashou tells us all about her children's book "Good News for Me!" and how parents can talk to their children about faith, sin, salvation, and other important topics.

NOTES & RESOURCES

1. Don't shy away from the hard questions.
2. Give honest answers that aren't watered down.
3. Continue the conversation.
4. Let your children see your faith & forgiveness in your life.

Brooke's Website

"Good News for Me!" on Amazon

"Good News for Me!" on B&N

]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 2200 We are joined by children's author Brooke Kashou ("Good News for Me"). We are joined by children's author Brooke Kashou ("Good News for Me"). parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Resources for Parents 7 7 Resources for Parents full ec3f2cf6-7a63-4788-9ddb-09c2eb86a68f https://share.transistor.fm/s/b24717bf Erika Kelly joins us to discuss the numerous resources available at Christos Book Center at Autumn Ridge Church.

NOTES & RESOURCES

Email Erika at christos@autumnridgechurch.org

Christos on Facebook

]]> Erika Kelly joins us to discuss the numerous resources available at Christos Book Center at Autumn Ridge Church.

NOTES & RESOURCES

Email Erika at christos@autumnridgechurch.org

Christos on Facebook

]]> Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 1645 A look at the resources available for parents at Christos Book Center. A look at the resources available for parents at Christos Book Center. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Doing Missions as a Family 6 6 Doing Missions as a Family full e2652743-70e6-4af0-9519-a6e3f533c031 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f91c0e1d Autumn Ridge Church's Mission Pastor Woody Roland joins us to share some stories from his life as a dad in the mission field and how families can take part in mission work both near and far.

NOTES & RESOURCES

1. Missions starts with helping your child have a love for Jesus
2. Include your children when you serve others
3. Know your neighbors and invest in their lives
4. Look for the opportunities to go further
5. Teach your children to pray for their neighbors, communities, and the world

Email Woody at missions@autumnridgechurch.org

Olmsted County Friendship Place

]]> Autumn Ridge Church's Mission Pastor Woody Roland joins us to share some stories from his life as a dad in the mission field and how families can take part in mission work both near and far.

NOTES & RESOURCES

1. Missions starts with helping your child have a love for Jesus
2. Include your children when you serve others
3. Know your neighbors and invest in their lives
4. Look for the opportunities to go further
5. Teach your children to pray for their neighbors, communities, and the world

Email Woody at missions@autumnridgechurch.org

Olmsted County Friendship Place

]]> Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 1995 How can a family engage in mission work? How can a family engage in mission work? parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No The Single Parent Home 5 5 The Single Parent Home full b8315e5d-9eb5-4f6c-b9c3-18c25c0044ac https://share.transistor.fm/s/5d20bcf9 Today we discuss the challenges that are unique to single parent homes and how others can engage and help single parents.

NOTES & RESOURCES

Be Available
Be Real
Be Vulnerable
Do Life
Go Beyond the 'Easy Help'

Family Access Center

Shane's Faith Story

ARC Life Groups

]]> Today we discuss the challenges that are unique to single parent homes and how others can engage and help single parents.

NOTES & RESOURCES

Be Available
Be Real
Be Vulnerable
Do Life
Go Beyond the 'Easy Help'

Family Access Center

Shane's Faith Story

ARC Life Groups

]]> Wed, 07 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 2034 We discuss the best ways to help single parent homes. We discuss the best ways to help single parent homes. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Happy Easter! Happy Easter! bonus 97fda84d-daaa-442b-9c9c-d02e38c162c8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/43c217ef We invite you to join us this weekend for our Good Friday and Easter services! To register, visit www.autumnridge.church

]]> We invite you to join us this weekend for our Good Friday and Easter services! To register, visit www.autumnridge.church

]]> Wed, 31 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 135 A quick look at what's ahead as we take a break for Easter. A quick look at what's ahead as we take a break for Easter. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Talking to Your Kids about Death 4 4 Talking to Your Kids about Death full c001f369-ae20-4a2b-8a1a-e3c2f147b01c https://share.transistor.fm/s/1a7212a2 Laura Cosio, Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), provides tips for when parents discuss death with their children. Scott Jones, Middle School Pastor at Autumn Ridge Church, also joins us to share his story of losing his father at an early age.

Show Notes:

Be Present
Be Real and Honest
Be Open
Be Watchful
Be Ready


Resources Shared:

Bereavement Reactions Of Children & Young People By Age Group

Frequently Asked Questions from Parents/Caregivers Raising Bereaved Children

]]> Laura Cosio, Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), provides tips for when parents discuss death with their children. Scott Jones, Middle School Pastor at Autumn Ridge Church, also joins us to share his story of losing his father at an early age.

Show Notes:

Be Present
Be Real and Honest
Be Open
Be Watchful
Be Ready


Resources Shared:

Bereavement Reactions Of Children & Young People By Age Group

Frequently Asked Questions from Parents/Caregivers Raising Bereaved Children

]]> Wed, 24 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 2098 How do you talk to your kids about death? How do you talk to your kids about death? parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Programming for Families with Special Needs 3 3 Programming for Families with Special Needs full df1b10f9-273d-4561-9737-5e01910ef11e https://share.transistor.fm/s/6cd0a672 Marsha Jagusch (Director of Special Needs at Autumn Ridge Church) and Laurie Byrne join us to discuss church programming for families with kids with special needs. We learn how our program (Barnabas) was created, the positive impact of the program, how it has fared during COVID, and how you can get involved.

To contact Marsha regarding our special needs program, email: Jagusch.Marsha@autumnridgechurch.org

]]> Marsha Jagusch (Director of Special Needs at Autumn Ridge Church) and Laurie Byrne join us to discuss church programming for families with kids with special needs. We learn how our program (Barnabas) was created, the positive impact of the program, how it has fared during COVID, and how you can get involved.

To contact Marsha regarding our special needs program, email: Jagusch.Marsha@autumnridgechurch.org

]]> Wed, 17 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 1850 Today we discuss church programming for families with kids with special needs. Today we discuss church programming for families with kids with special needs. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Raising Kids in Today's Culture (Part 2) 2 2 Raising Kids in Today's Culture (Part 2) full 87614fd3-b1fd-4ee9-86d5-5925238a958a https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f6b2f9c Scott Foster returns and is joined by Darwin Graser as we continue our conversation on raising kids in today's culture. We'll discuss screen time, enacting online safeguards, and how to engage a youth's desire to be involved with social movements.

Resources mentioned in this episode include "The Tech-Wise Family" by Andy Crouch and published by Baker Books. It is available for purchase on Amazon.

]]> Scott Foster returns and is joined by Darwin Graser as we continue our conversation on raising kids in today's culture. We'll discuss screen time, enacting online safeguards, and how to engage a youth's desire to be involved with social movements.

Resources mentioned in this episode include "The Tech-Wise Family" by Andy Crouch and published by Baker Books. It is available for purchase on Amazon.

]]> Wed, 10 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0600 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 2121 We continue our conversation on raising kids in today's culture. We continue our conversation on raising kids in today's culture. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Raising Kids in Today's Culture (Part 1) 1 1 Raising Kids in Today's Culture (Part 1) full c0c1052b-1ea5-4c55-9e3f-f792a3bc601a https://share.transistor.fm/s/f6a09445 In our pilot episode, we speak with Scott Walker about the challenges parents face raising kids in today's culture. In part 1, we tackle the immediate issue, COVID-19, the affects it has on families, and what parents can do to keep their kids on track during this unprecedented time.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:
"Family Worship: In the Bible, In History, and in Your Home" by Donald S. Whitney and published by Crossway. Available for purchase from Amazon.

Focus on the Family's Mental Health Resources page.

]]> In our pilot episode, we speak with Scott Walker about the challenges parents face raising kids in today's culture. In part 1, we tackle the immediate issue, COVID-19, the affects it has on families, and what parents can do to keep their kids on track during this unprecedented time.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:
"Family Worship: In the Bible, In History, and in Your Home" by Donald S. Whitney and published by Crossway. Available for purchase from Amazon.

Focus on the Family's Mental Health Resources page.

]]> Wed, 03 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0600 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 2176 We welcome Scott Foster to our pilot episode to discuss the challenges parents face raising kids in today's culture. For part one, we examine the immediate challenge, COVID-19 and its affect on families. We welcome Scott Foster to our pilot episode to discuss the challenges parents face raising kids in today's culture. For part one, we examine the immediate challenge, COVID-19 and its affect on families. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No Introducing The Parent Podcast Introducing The Parent Podcast trailer 0d649a05-5bd6-4caf-b840-35a17a9e6447 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4f8ccbd4 A quick introduction and overview of The Parent Podcast. New episodes drop on Wednesdays beginning March 3.

]]> A quick introduction and overview of The Parent Podcast. New episodes drop on Wednesdays beginning March 3.

]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2021 17:19:19 -0600 Autumn Ridge Church Autumn Ridge Church 76 Robert Nash (Children's Pastor at Autumn Ridge Church in Rochester, MN) introduces listeners to The Parent Podcast. Robert Nash (Children's Pastor at Autumn Ridge Church in Rochester, MN) introduces listeners to The Parent Podcast. parenting, teens, teenagers, kids, children, son, daughter, parent, raising kids, family, help, single parent, mom, dad, mother, father, No