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Read more about the article Episode 24 –  Thoughts from an experienced dad

Episode 24 – Thoughts from an experienced dad

  • Post author:James Aderman
  • Post published:2018/06/04
  • Post category:Podcast/Parent Conversations/FIC Series

Join Jim Aderman as he reflects back on the advice he would have given himself when he was a young father—words of wisdom that are relevant for parents of any…

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Read more about the article Episode 23 – Finding strength in gentleness

Episode 23 – Finding strength in gentleness

  • Post author:Dan Nommensen
  • Post published:2018/03/04
  • Post category:Podcast/Parent Conversations/FIC Series

Instilling strength and gentleness in our children requires a careful balancing act. Dan Nommensen shares his tips to help parents along the way.

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Read more about the article Episode 22 – Teaching kids to work toward goals

Episode 22 – Teaching kids to work toward goals

  • Post author:Kerry Ognenoff
  • Post published:2018/01/04
  • Post category:Podcast/Parent Conversations/FIC Series

Interested in helping your family set goals for the coming year? Heart to heart author Kerry Ognenoff shares how her family makes and tracks their goals each year.

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Read more about the article Episode 21 – Cultivating a mission heart in children

Episode 21 – Cultivating a mission heart in children

  • Post author:Amanda Rose
  • Post published:2017/12/04
  • Post category:Podcast/Parent Conversations/FIC Series

Instilling a mission heart in our children is a God-pleasing goal for Christian parents. How do we go about it, though? Amanda Rose expands on her article and gives parents…

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Read more about the article Episode 20 – Explaining Reformation to children

Episode 20 – Explaining Reformation to children

  • Post author:Nicole Balza
  • Post published:2017/10/04
  • Post category:FIC Series/Parent Conversations/Podcast

Wondering how to explain the Reformation to your children? “God’s Plan for Luther and Me” is a short film designed with children in mind. Hear one parent’s thoughts about the…

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Read more about the article Episode 19 – A successful school year

Episode 19 – A successful school year

  • Post author:Cindi Holman
  • Post published:2017/08/04
  • Post category:Podcast/Parent Conversations/FIC Series

How can we ease our children into the new school year and help them have a successful year? Cindi Holman, veteran educator and mom, shares her tips.

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Read more about the article Episode 18 –  Using law and gospel in everyday situations

Episode 18 – Using law and gospel in everyday situations

  • Post author:Dan Nommensen
  • Post published:2017/07/04
  • Post category:FIC Series/Podcast/Parent Conversations

Do you have trouble letting go of your parenting mistakes? Dan Nommensen shares his perspective on how you can move past your guilt and find the joy in parenting.

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Read more about the article Episode 17 – Tips for a simple summer

Episode 17 – Tips for a simple summer

  • Post author:Becky Schermerhorn
  • Post published:2017/06/04
  • Post category:Podcast/Parent Conversations/FIC Series

Two steps to a simple summer? Yes, please! Becky Schermerhorn gives us her tips.

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Read more about the article Episode 16 – Parenting and technology

Episode 16 – Parenting and technology

  • Post author:Martin Spriggs
  • Post published:2017/05/04
  • Post category:Podcast/Parent Conversations/FIC Series

What emerging technologies should parents be aware of? Martin Spriggs, WELS chief technology officer, offers his insights.

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