Teenager Tuesday: Recent Episodes

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Welcome to the weekly podcast for parents at Hope Fellowship, Teenager Tuesday. You can do this. You're not alone. God's with you and so are we!

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In this final Teenager Tuesday before summer break, Will Perry and Elijah Keck share simple, practical ways parents can be intentional with their teenagers this summer. From building connection to creating meaningful moments, this episode is all about making the most of the season together.

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In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Will Perry and Elijah Keck talk through what students wish their parents better understood about today’s generation. From social media pressure and identity struggles to the lasting impact of words, this conversation gives practical insight for parents who want to better connect with their teenagers.

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In this week's Teenager Tuesday, Pastor Will Perry shares practical ways we can help our students build healthy, lasting friendships by identifying what makes a good friend and learning how strong relationships point us closer to Christ. We’ll talk about modeling healthy friendships, recognizing shared values, and helping students pursue meaningful connections over surface-level proximity.

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In this week's Parent Podcast episode, Pastor Will Perry shares how we can help our students navigate loneliness by focusing on what truly builds connection - vulnerability, purpose, and growth. We’ll learn how to guide them toward meaningful relationships through serving others and developing the self-control that leads to lasting confidence and connection.

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In this Culture Update with Pastor Will and Pastor Elijah, we break down why students are so drawn to collecting - cards, shoes, and more - and what it means for their identity, habits, and relationships. We also highlight practical red and green flags to help parents guide their students with wisdom and balance.

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In this episode of Teenager Tuesday with Student Pastors Will Perry and Elijah Keck, we share practical tips to help families build meaningful and consistent devotional time together. From setting realistic expectations to creating space for conversation, we focus on simple rhythms that help students grow in their faith.

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In this week's episode of our Parent Podcast, Pastor Will Perry continues the conversation on the social media license by focusing on the tensions students face online and how to navigate them wisely. Together, we learn how to set boundaries, train intentionally, and prepare our students to engage social media in a healthy, God-honoring way.

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In this video, Lead Student Pastor Will Perry introduces a new resource called the Social Media Driver's License. Designed to help parents guide their teenagers through the complexities of online life, the resource emphasizes preparation and communication rather than just restriction.

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In this week's episode, we take a look at what’s trending in student culture right now - from slang to meaningful shifts teachers are noticing in this generation. Together, we explore how these changes can help us better understand, connect with, and disciple our students.

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In week six of A Parent’s Guide to Evangelism, Pastor Tysha and Gabe from Collision Ministries discuss how to handle rejection when sharing their faith. They encourage parents and students to keep planting seeds, pray for others, and live consistently, trusting God with the outcome.

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In week five of A Parent’s Guide to Evangelism, Pastor Tysha is joined again by Gabe from Collision Ministries to talk about developing a missional mindset at home. They encourage families to see everyday places like schools and neighborhoods as opportunities to share the hope of Jesus.

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In week four of A Parent’s Guide to Evangelism, Pastor Tysha is joined again by Gabriel from Collision Ministries to discuss the “FATR” principle for discipleship: faithful, available, teachable, and reproducible. This episode reminds families that small, intentional steps can help faith grow and multiply at home and beyond.

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Join Student Pastor Tysha Solomon and Gabriel from Collision Ministries as they continue their conversation on evangelism. This week's podcast focuses on how we can use our own pain and experiences to witness to others in similar situations on how the Lord has worked in our lives.

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In week two of A Parent’s Guide to Evangelism, Pastor Tysha is joined again by Gabriel from Collision Ministries to introduce the simple and practical “Three Circles” tool for sharing the gospel. They explain how this easy-to-draw framework helps students clearly communicate brokenness, salvation, and a restored relationship with God in everyday conversations. This episode equips parents to model evangelism at home and confidently help their teenagers live on mission wherever they are.

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Join Student Pastor Tysha Solomon and Gabriel from Collision Ministry as they dive into how students can be ambassadors of Christ in their schools and communities.

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In part two of this Teenager Tuesday series, Will Perry moves from why privacy matters to what to do next, giving parents practical, faith-centered tools for building trust with their teenagers. Drawing from "Feeding the Mouth That Bites You" by Dr. Tim Wilgus, he unpacks how to link freedom with responsibility, establish clear boundaries, and shift from control to influence - helping parents guide their students toward maturity, responsibility, and a deeper walk with God.

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In this Teenager Tuesday episode, Pastor Will Perry begins a two-part series on privacy, helping parents reframe it not as a threat, but as a necessary part of healthy growth. Drawing from "Feeding the Mouth That Bites You" by Dr. Tim Wilgus, he explores how giving kids the right amount of privacy can actually build independence and help them learn to make good decisions, while also helping parents work through fear, control, and safety with wisdom and confidence.

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In part two of our Parents' Guide to Sports Gambling conversation, Pastors Will Perry and Ian Grim move from awareness to action, helping parents navigate what to do now when it comes to sports gambling. They share practical warning signs to watch for, biblical lenses to guide conversations, and concrete steps for setting expectations, teaching stewardship, and building healthy decision-making in teens, so parents can lead with clarity, confidence, and faith rather than fear.

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In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Lead Student Pastor Will Perry is joined by Children's Pastor Ian Grimm to help parents understand the growing reality of sports gambling in teen culture. Together, they unpack why this issue matters, how students are being exposed to it, the risks involved, and how parents can approach the conversation with awareness, wisdom, and a biblical perspective, without fear or panic.

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Join Savannah and William as they wrap up their discussion on body image by exploring the pressure of gym culture among young men and how we can view our bodies in a neutral way that focuses on function over aesthetics.

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In this episode, Savannah and William dive into body dysmorphia and the often-unspoken struggles teen boys face with comparison, insecurity, and identity. William opens up about his personal experience and the scriptures that help reshape his thoughts when anxiety hits. Parents will gain insight into what their sons may be feeling, plus practical ways to encourage confidence rooted in Christ.

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In this week's episode of Teenager Tuesday, William Beall and Savannah Pope continue our Body Image: Girls Edition series with Part 2. This conversation focuses on what to do if you think your daughter may be struggling. They walk through practical steps - creating a safe space, setting healthy boundaries, watching social media influences, and guiding her back to truth and confidence in Christ. You’re not alone in this, and we’re here to help every step of the way.

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Welcome to this week’s Culture Update! Student Pastors Elijah Keck and Savannah Pope break down the latest teen slang and dive into today’s big topic: concert culture. They unpack why concerts have become such a huge part of Gen Z life, the social pressure surrounding them, and how parents can navigate ticket costs, messaging, boundaries, and the “why” behind their teen’s desire to go.

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This week on Teenager Tuesday, Student Pastor Savannah Pope and Student Director William Beall kick off a new four-week series on body image. They unpack what today’s teens, especially teen girls, are facing - from social media pressure to comparison, body dysmorphia, and eating disorders. They also share practical insight, helpful resources, and one simple conversation-starter to help you gently “dip your toe in the water” with the teen girl in your life.

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Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry as he explores some of the reasons your student may be resisting going to church and offers advice on how you can help them find the best place to experience Godly community.

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Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and Student Coordinator Hunter Cooper as they go over the latest trends your students may be talking about, including "6/7" and Labubus.

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Halloween can be a tricky topic among Christians. Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and Co-Interim Lead Pastor Angela Linz as they discuss how to talk about this holiday with your student.

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This week on Teenager Tuesday, Pastor Will talks about how to create milestone moments with your students - intentional memories that celebrate growth, reinforce family values, and remind your kids who they’re becoming. Join us to discover practical ways to make lasting moments that matter.

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Join us as we continue in our series "Lost in Translation." As pastor Andy Stanley says, we don't want to raise kids who can't wait to get out of our house. In this episode, Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and Student Admin Meg McClain cover eight tips on parenting towards a relationship with your student.

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In week three of the series Lost in Translation, Pastor Will and Meg discuss what to do when a teenager doesn’t want to talk. From teaching them how to be bored, to listening well, being present, creating shared experiences, and letting them think for themselves—these practical tips can help parents build stronger connections with their middle or high schooler.

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In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Lead Student Pastor Will and Students Admin Meg McClain share practical ways to break the ice and start meaningful conversations with your teen. From food and family fun to car rides and conversation games, you’ll get simple ideas to connect without forcing it. Stay tuned for encouragement and real-life tips to keep communication alive.

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In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Pastor Will and our new Student Admin, Meg McClain, kick off a four-week series on parent-teen communication. We unpack 8 reasons conversations with your teenager can feel so hard and share practical tips to build trust, set the tone, and connect better at home.

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Boredom isn’t always bad! Join Will Perry & Elijah Keck as they share how parents can help teens reflect on their boredom, practice peace over productivity, unplug from screens, and celebrate the small, meaningful moments in life.

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On this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Will Perry and Elijah Keck dive into the surprising benefits of boredom. From defining what boredom really is to exploring how it can build purpose, creativity, and Christlike rhythms, this conversation encourages parents and students to see downtime not as wasted time, but as space where God can shape us.

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In this Teenager Tuesday culture update, we talk about TikTok’s digital detox trend and unpack the risks of teens turning to AI chatbots for mental health support. From privacy concerns to resilience-building, we highlight what parents need to know and how to start healthy conversations at home.

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Join us in the last episode of our series 'What My Parents Did Well,' where recent grads Shawn and Clin share the lessons and rules from their parents that shaped their faith, character, and priorities. From balancing sports and church to learning trust and gratitude, they reflect on what made their parents’ guidance truly memorable.

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This week's episode features Will Perry and Caleb Phillips! Join us as Caleb reflects on the parenting choices that shaped him for the better. From limited screen time to intentional faith conversations, Caleb shares how his mom balanced nurture and discipline, creating a safe space for honesty, growth, and lasting faith.

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This next episode features Will Perry and Sarah Kate Blackstock. Listen in as they discuss how Sarah's parents positively benefited her through consistency- including reading their Bibles, helping Sarah manage her emotions, and supporting her in persevering through her own extracurricular commitments. We hope this encourages you!

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Get ready to jump into part 3 of this series! Will Perry's next guest is Sutton Stewart, who speaks on parenting topics like balancing church life with sports commitments, guiding a child to have a consistent spiritual life, and the impact his dad has made through deep conversations and accountability.

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Join us as we continue our series "What My Parents Did Well." This week, Will Perry speaks with two brothers, Will and Carter Linz, as they share their thoughts on how their parents successfully parented them throughout their childhood, striking a balance between freedom and boundaries. Listen in to learn more!

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What are parents doing right? In this new series, Will Perry brings in students who have just graduated to answer questions about how their parents have successfully parented them. Be encouraged, as this episode demonstrates how being a successful parent is possible from real-world experiences!

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This week, we are concluding our Gen Alpha research series with a conversation on mental health. As mental health becomes an increasingly pressing issue, especially among students, Will Perry and Johnny Luvender explore topics like loneliness, high anxiety, suicide, and the vital role faith can play in navigating these challenges. If you have enjoyed learning about Gen Alpha research and would like to know more, visit onehope.net for additional information.

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Gender and sexuality continue to be hot topics in our society today. Join Will Perry and Johnny Luvender as they continue their series on Gen Alpha research and discuss the importance of having conversations at home. Why wait and let the world define your students' thoughts on premarital sex or gender identity when you can help them shape what is right and wrong at home first?

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Understanding your student's digital life is more important than ever. This week, Will and Johnny dive into statistics about social media and its effects on those between the 6th and 8th grades. Want to know more about how online influence has a real impact on students' lives? Listen in!

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Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Johnny Luvender as they continue diving into research about Gen Alpha. According to the study, a vast majority of students say their parents are their most important place for their most important questions. Will and Johnny provide some advice on how to be prepared for those questions.

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Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Johnny Luvender as they dive into research about Gen Alpha. Learn the six traits of an 'Early Committed Christian' and how to help your child become strong in their faith.

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This week, we wrap up the last part of A Parent's Guide to Failure! Lead Student Pastor, Will Perry, and Frisco West Student Pastor, Savannah Pope, delve into the topics of grace, truth, and discipline, not only for students but for parents. Listen as they encourage parents to view themselves as God views His children.

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Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Savannah Pope as they dive into how to prevent your students from becoming "failure deprived."

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If you're wondering what your student might be afraid of, tune in to this episode of Teenage Tuesday. Will Perry, the Lead Student Pastor, reviews the top 4 things teens are most afraid of. Our hope is that you will be equipped to help your student embrace failure rather than avoid it.

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Join us in this episode of Teenager Tuesday as we unpack 3 myths about failure.

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It can often feel like your student is speaking a different language than you. In this Culture Update episode, we tackle words like gigachad, chicken jockey and manifesting.

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As your student grows older, they need autonomy. In this episode, join Student Pastors Will Perry and Elijah Keck as they discuss finding the balance between giving your student freedom and giving them support.

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As your student grows older, they need autonomy. In this episode, join Student Pastors Will Perry and Elijah Keck as they discuss how to shift your role as a parent from director to coach.

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Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Elijah Keck as they dive into the importance of communicating with your students the 'why' behind the rules being set for them and how it will help them in the long run.

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Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Elijah Keck as they go over seven tips to help you establish an honest relationship between you and your student.

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Welcome to Teenager Tuesday! Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Elijah Keck as they keep you up to date with the latest trends and influences in your students' lives. In this episode, they'll go over slang words to look out for, the growing world of AI, and how to check in with your students about their social media.

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In this episode, Lead Student Pastor, Will Perry, sits down with parenting expert Melanie Domen with some tips on helping your teenager navigate the complicated world of dating.

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Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and guest Melanie Domen as they speak on how you can build bridges with your teenager by empathizing with them in their struggles of growing up in today's world.

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Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and guest Melanie Domen as they speak on being a coach for your teenager instead of an opponent when it comes to the battles they are facing.

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Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and guest Melanie Domen as they speak on how relationship is the foundation of parenting. They talk about the teenage years, independence, and connection.

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Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and Author Melanie Domen as they talk about control. They start off this series with practical tips for parents looking for a healthy middle ground.

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Join Tysha Solomon and Stephanie Jordan as they talk all about preparing students for life outside of high school. This week, they discuss how students can be good stewards of their influence, time, and health.

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Join Tysha Solomon and Stephanie Jordan as they talk all about college prep. This week, they discuss ways to start preparing your student for the transition to college and how to find Christian community in a new city or college.

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Join Tysha Solomon and Stephanie Jordan as they talk all about college prep. This week, they discuss ways to start preparing your student for the transition to college and how to develop their spiritual life, friendships and how to treat others.

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Join Student Pastors Elijah Keck and Johnny Luvender as they share ideas on how to encourage your students to bring their Bible with them wherever they go, fostering the healthy habit of keeping God's word close.

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In today's episode, Elijah and Sammy bring us another insightful Culture Update!

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Join Pastor Elijah Keck and guest host Katie Rochwick as they continue the series "How to Capitalize" and give more tips on how to capitalize on the month of December. Christmas provides a great opportunity to spend time together, create traditions, and focus on the reason for it all - Jesus!

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Welcome to Teenager Tuesday! Join Elijah Keck, Student Pastor at the McKinney campus, and Katie Rochwick as they dive into another exciting culture update. Get insights on the latest slang words, understand the streaming phenomenon, and explore the impact of social media on students' lives. Join us as we navigate these trends and help you stay connected with what your students are into. Remember, parents, you’re not alone in this journey. Let us support you every step of the way!

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In today's episode, Will and Johnny give tips on how to make the most of the month of December with your student!

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Friendships are super important! In this episode, Elijah and Will walk us through how to support and encourage students in their friendships, emphasizing the proactive role parents can play.

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In today's episode, Will and Jerry tackle the topic of dating. How can we set our students up to date well, and what does that look like?

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In today's episode, Will and Tysha discuss ways to be intentional and make the most of family dinners with your teens. They encourage parents to pursue relationship-building with their kids around the table!

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In today's episode, Will and Kristen talk to listeners about how to celebrate and follow up with their students post-baptism!

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This episode discusses baptism, explaining it as a symbolic public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ rather than a means of salvation. Our hosts emphasize the importance of parents having conversations with their teenagers about the true meaning of baptism, ensuring they understand it's not what saves them but rather a representation of their decision to follow Christ.

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In this episode, we wrap up our short series on "Majoring in Motherhood" with a conversation on identity and how that isn't found in anything other than Christ Himself.

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In today's episode, we continue with part 3 of "Majoring in Motherhood," focusing specifically on the topic of sanctification!

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Will and Emily are back this week for part two of our "Majoring in Motherhood" short series!

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In today's episode, Student Pastor Will interviews Emily Shuch, a mother of six and author of "Majoring in Motherhood." They discuss her insights on parenting, faith, and overcoming fears related to motherhood. They explore how understanding God's sovereignty can alleviate parental anxieties and emphasize the importance of community support among parents.

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In today's episode, Will and Hunter bring us another insightful Culture Update!

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This podcast episode discusses tips for parents regarding their teenagers' use of social media. The main points include having meaningful conversations about social media usage, setting time limits, and encouraging parents to be self-aware of their own social media habits.

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In this episode, we will discuss ways parents can help make scripture a foundation in students' lives.

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In this stand-alone episode, we'll talk through the resources we have for you and how you can help us create more resources for parents!

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In today's episode, Kira and Kristen are back with more tips to help you and your family settle into this new back-to-school season!

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In today's episode, Kristen and Kira share some back-to-school tips that will hopefully help you and your student transition into this new school year smoothly!

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In today's culture update, we discuss current teen slang and the movie Inside Out 2, highlighting the movie's positive portrayal of emotions like anxiety. We also mention a proposal by the US Surgeon General to put warning labels on social media. The episode concludes by encouraging parents to have conversations with their teens about managing technology use and emotions.

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In today's episode, Elijah sits down with two students to discuss their experiences at summer camp. Imoh and Clin share touching moments of personal breakthroughs, how camp has influenced their approach to daily life, and their desire to be positive influences in their schools. The episode concludes with a challenging question for listeners about living out their faith beyond the camp environment, encouraging students and parents to continue fostering spiritual growth throughout the year.

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In this episode, William interviews Makai, a former student who is now a sophomore in college and leads a middle school boys' small group. Makai shares how his involvement in Hope Students shaped his faith journey, teaching him the importance of community and selflessness. He also shares how serving as a leader for younger students has deepened his relationship with God. He encourages parents to involve their children in Hope Students, emphasizing its role in providing purpose and direction during the crucial transition years from childhood to adulthood.

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In this episode, Elijah is joined by guest Kevin Reid, the Young Adults Coordinator at Hope Fellowship. Kevin shares his experiences as a youth leader, highlighting the importance of being present and intentional when connecting with students. The conversation emphasizes the impact leaders can have on students' lives and encourages parents to consider becoming youth leaders themselves.

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In this episode, Pastor Jerry interviews former student Jason, a long-time attendee of Hope Fellowship who transitioned from being a student to becoming a youth leader. Jason shares his journey of faith, highlighting how consistent community support and intentional leadership eventually led him to fully embrace his relationship with God and now mentor younger students.

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In this episode, we continue our Summer Stories series by hearing from former students who were involved with our Hope Students ministry!

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In today's episode, Stephanie Jordan and Kristen Zimmerman lead us in a conversation about our student re:generation program. Stephanie shares her perspective and experience as a mom who has had a child walk through re:generation.

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In today's episode, we discuss strategies for helping your teens get more connected to our student ministry here at Hope!

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In this week's episode, Pastor Will brings a quick update about what Hope Students will look like over the next few months! Although we won't meet regularly on Wednesdays, we will have other opportunities for students to stay connected this summer!

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Today we will continue the conversation on how to help our students navigate the friendships in their lives!

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Student Pastors Jerry and Tysha join the podcast for a two-part series on how to help your student navigate friendships!

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In today's episode, Pastor Will gives 6 tips to help your family set better goals!

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In this episode, we will wrap up our conversation on growing in confidence!

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We are back this week with part 2 of helping your student grow in confidence!

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In this three-part series, Tysha and Stephanie guide us on ways we can help our students grow in their confidence!

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What's going on in your teenager's world? Tune into today's "Culture Update" for some insight from a few of our pastors!

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We are back with part 2 of our conversation with podcast guest Cory Burchard!

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Today, we are joined by guest speaker Cory Burchard, who has some helpful tips to share with us!

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This week, Cory Burchard joins the podcast to bring us a Culture Update!

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In this episode, Will and Kristen offer advice for handling difficult situations your teenager's friends might be facing and provide tips for creating a welcoming environment where teenagers feel comfortable hanging out with their friends at home.

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In this episode, Will and Kristen discuss how parents can care for and get to know their teenager's friends. They emphasize the importance of understanding your teen's friend circle since it can influence your teen's behavior and potentially shape their future.

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In today's episode, Will and Kristen advise on handling when your teens want more independence and privacy, recommending setting rules built on trust while still being involved.

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Kristen Zimmerman joins the podcast for a four-part series on caring for our students and their friends! In this episode, she and Pastor Will Perry discuss strategies for disagreeing with your teen's ideas or beliefs while still showing care and building trust.

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In this week's episode, Pastor Will and Pastor Jerry bring us a culture update!

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Today, we will continue our short series on dating, specifically focusing on dating for sons.

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Join us for a two-part series discussing navigating dating in your student's life. This week, we will focus specifically on dating for daughters!

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Will and Kira are back for part 2 of the discussion about the Social Media resource they have been putting together.

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In this episode, Will and Kira update us on the Social Media resource they have been working on!

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In today's episode, Elijah and Savannah join the podcast to kick off the New Year with a Culture Update!

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Pastor Will wraps up 2023 in this episode with some encouragement and upcoming event reminders.

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This week, we wrap up our current series with part 4 of our discussion on elevating the authority of scripture!

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In this episode, Kira and Will lead us in another discussion about elevating the authority of scripture in our lives, specifically focusing on the topic of hermeneutics.

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We are back with part two of our current series on elevating the authority of scripture in our lives and the lives of our students!

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Elijah and Zach join the podcast today to give us a Culture Update!

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In this 4-part series, we will discuss ways to elevate the authority of scripture in our lives and the lives of our students.

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In today's episode, we continue our conversation on how to talk about sex with your teen.

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Over the next two weeks, our Executive Pastor, Angela Linz, joins us for a conversation on how to talk about sex with your student.

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Pastor Will & Kira talk about a few do’s and don’ts to keep in mind during Halloween this year.

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Lead Pastor John McKinzie is back with us for part two of our discussion on how to navigate political conversations within our families.

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Lead Pastor John McKinzie joins us over the next two weeks as we dive into the hot topic of politics and discuss how to navigate political conversations within our families.

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In today's episode, one of our Unity team leads, Michon, joins us to discuss how to navigate racial conversations with our teens.

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In this four-part series, we will discuss various "Hot Topics" in the world today and offer some tips on navigating these conversations with your teen. In today's episode, we start the series with a discussion on drugs, vaping, and alcohol.

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This week we will wrap up our conversation on Identity.

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Join us for part 3 of our current conversation on Identity!

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Elijah and Katie join today's podcast for a fresh culture update!

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Pastor Will and Kira are back to bring us part 2 of our current series on identity!

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For all of human history, people have asked, "Who am I?" In this series, we'll talk about defining, explaining, rediscovering, and redirecting how students look at their identity.

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We are back with another Culture Update to give you parents some helpful things to know about what's going on in your teens world!

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Today we will wrap up our discussion on purpose by talking specifically about putting purpose to our faith!

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In part 2 of our discussion on purpose, we will focus on purpose for the future of your student's life! 

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The best things in life don't happen by accident. They are built with intentional actions over time. Over the next few weeks, we'll discuss tips to help families add more purpose to everyday rhythms. In today's episode, we will specifically discuss the purpose of the "now" in your student's life.

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In this episode, we will give you some quick tips on how to get your conversations past just "good" with your students.

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What's going on in your teenager's world? Let's talk about it in today's culture update!

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Today we will wrap up our review of the book "Parenting," by Andy & Sandra Santley.

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In this two-part episode, we will review Andy & Sandra Santley's new book, simply titled "Parenting."

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We are back this week to continue the conversation on AI and how we can navigate it! 

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AI is here to stay, and it's already changed a lot in how we live. Here are some things to think about and tips on what we can do to get ahead of the issue.

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Tune in - we have an exciting announcement coming up!

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Elijah and Nate join us on the podcast this week for a Culture Update!

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In part 3 of this series, we will wrap up the conversation on navigating life transitions and setting realistic parenting expectations. 

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Executive pastors, Aaron & Angela are back with us for another episode of the podcast as we continue the conversation on navigating life transitions and setting realistic parenting expectations.

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In today's episode, Hope Fellowship's executive pastors, Aaron Alexander & Angela Linz, start the conversation on how to talk through transitions in life and how to set realistic expectations for your parenting.

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Tune in with us for our final episode with John and Melissa discussing some of the questions you submitted!

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We are back for part 2 of our Q&A session with John and Melissa McKinzie!

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Over the next few weeks, John and Melissa McKinzie will join us for a special Q&A!

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In this episode, we will wrap up our current series, "In The World."

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Today, we continue the conversation on how to lead our students to be in this world, but not of this world!

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This week, we continue with part 3 of our current series, "In The World."

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This week, we continue our series about how to lead our students to be in this world but not of this world. 

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We've reached 100 Teenager Tuesday podcast episodes!

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How can we lead our students to be in this world, but not 'of the world?' Pastor Joseph Kellogg will lead us through a series on helping our students see this world as temporary but our purpose as eternal.

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This week we are back with a culture update, where we will discuss topics helpful for you as parents to be aware of!

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This week we wrap up our series on friends by discussing how to navigate bad friendships.

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We are back with another episode on friendships, where we will tackle the topic of the "friend zone."

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In part three of our current series on friendship, we will talk about making good friends, and what good friendships look like.

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We are back for part two of our current series all about friendship!

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Friends - everyone needs them, and good friendships are hard to make! In this is 5 part series, we will talk through how you can lead your student to have better friendships.

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In the first episode of 2023, we'll talk about what is coming this year and important dates at Hope Students for 2023!

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We hope you have a wonderful holiday season! We will be back with new content for you in January 2023!

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In this episode, we will continue the conversation about traditions and how they can help strengthen your family!

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How can traditions help strengthen your family, and what traditions can you start this year? We'll talk about it for 2 weeks!

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Join us for a Culture Update, where we will discuss some topics we think would be helpful for parents to know!

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This week we wrap up our series on dating!

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Most teenagers want to date and will date. Parents know the topic cannot be avoided. So, how can parents set up their student to date well? We'll talk about this as well as a new parenting resource in this 4 week series on dating!

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Most teenagers want to date and will date. Parents know the topic cannot be avoided. So, how can parents set up their student to date well? We'll talk about this as well as a new parenting resource in this 4 week series on dating!

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Most teenagers want to date and will date. Parents know the topic cannot be avoided. So, how can parents set up their student to date well? We'll talk about this as well as a new parenting resource in this 4 week series on dating!

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What do Christian parents do about Halloween? Let's talk about it!

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We are back with part 2 of Parent Q & A featuring our Executive Pastor, Angela Linz!

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We are back with part 2 of Parent Q & A featuring our Executive Pastor, Angela Linz!

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In today's episode, Executive Pastor Angela Linz joins us to tackle some of the questions you submitted!

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In today's episode, Executive Pastor Angela Linz joins us to tackle some of the questions you submitted!

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We are back with another Culture Update to bring helpful insight into what teenagers are currently talking about!

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We are back with another Culture Update to bring helpful insight into what teenagers are currently talking about!

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This week, we will discuss some quick and helpful tips on how to help your teen become more independent in their faith!

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This week, we will discuss some quick and helpful tips on how to help your teen become more independent in their faith!

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In today's episode, we continue with part 3 of our short series all about leading devo time as a family!

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In today's episode, we continue with part 3 of our short series all about leading devo time as a family!

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This week we continue the conversation on how to lead a Bible based discussion with your family!

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Parents are the biggest spiritual influence in a teenagers life. What can it look like to lead a Bible based discussion or study as a family? Let's talk about it!

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This week Elijah and Will bring us a culture update!

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Today we wrap up our conversation on navigating blended families.

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In today's episode, we continue the conversation on how to best navigate blended families!

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In this 4 part series, author and speaker Summer Butler joins the podcast to talk about blended families.

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In this 4 part series, author and speaker Summer Butler joins the podcast to talk about blended families.

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Josiah Haken, CEO of City Relief, joins the podcast to talk about a heart for serving.

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Josiah Haken, CEO of City Relief, joins the podcast to talk about a heart for serving.

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Josiah Haken, CEO of City Relief, joins the podcast to talk about a heart for serving.

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This week we meet with Aaron Frizzelle and gain insight on how to have tough conversations with our kids.

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Hope's Campus pastors come in to the podcast for a 3 part series gleaning from their parenting experience.

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Hope's Campus pastors join the podcast for a 3 part series gleaning from their parenting experience.

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An uncomfortable truth is that abuse happens. What are some signs to look for in our students friendships and relationships, and how can parents better navigate abuse when it happens?

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An uncomfortable truth is that abuse happens. What are some signs to look for in our students friendships and relationships, and how can parents better navigate abuse when it happens?

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Grant Diamond joins us again this week as we wrap up the conversation about gaming with Jesus!

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We're back for part two of our series all about gaming! Join us as we continue the conversation with pro gamer Grant Diamond.

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Gaming - it's an ever growing industry that young people are diving more and more into. How can you help your student game well? Pro gamer Grant Diamond will join the conversation to talk about gaming with Jesus.

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Why do students stay in church? One research project shows the top 5 reasons!

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Pastor Will is joined by Kira this week with a Culture Update!

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We are back this week to wrap up our current series, "Jesus & Sports!"

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How can parents help their student balance the time in sports with the intention of church? When is it time to pull back? And what mindsets can students have while playing sports that can help them grow even while not being at church? This week we will continue the conversation with part 2 of the series "Jesus & Sports."

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How can parents help their student balance the time in sports with the intention of church? When is it time to pull back? And what mindsets can students have while playing sports that can help them grow even while not being at church? We'll talk about these question in a 3 part series titled, "Jesus & Sports."

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In today's episode, Pastor Elijah will be joined by one of our very own Hope students to bring us a culture update!

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We are continuing with part three of our current series where we will talk about never giving up on our students when it comes to second chances.

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We are back with another episode of "Second Chances," where we will dive into the topic of discipline.

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We're back this week with another culture update for you!

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Join us for a three part series all about second chances and when to show grace!

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In this episode we will wrap up the series "Lost in Translation."

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We are back with episode 3 of our series "Lost in Translation!"

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After surveying parents at Hope, we found out that the #1 thing parents want to be resourced on is helping to connect with their students in conversation. This week we will continue the conversation with part two of Lost in Translation!

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After surveying parents at Hope, we found out that the #1 thing parents want to be resourced on is helping to connect with their students in conversation. In this 4 part series, we'll better set you up to have great conversations with your student. 

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This week we are back with another culture update!

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Everyone sets New Year's resolutions and we are here to give some tips to best set your family up to grow in 2022.

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Everyone sets New Year's resolutions and we are here to give some tips to best set your family up to grow in 2022

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Christmas is wonderful and stressful at the same time. Today, we'll go over a handful of tips on how to best take advantage of the season.

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Christmas is wonderful and stressful at the same time. Today, we'll go over a handful of tips on how to best take advantage of the season. 

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No tips this week, just a friendly reminder that you can do this, you're not alone, God is with you and so are we. 

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Need a refresher of some awesome resources that we've used and given away for parents?

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What's going on in teenager world? We are here to update you on some big things that you should know!

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In today's episode, we will wrap up the series "A Parent's Guide to Failure."

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In part 3 we have 4 practical things that help you answer the million-dollar question, "How can I teach my kids to own their failures?"

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In this episode, we'll see how Gen Z defines success and what research says scares them. Plus, we'll give you 3 lies the enemy is trying to tell our students about their identity. 

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Failure is a pervasive issue. In this 4 part series, we'll give you a step-by-step guide when you walk your student through failure. So what kind of people are we growing our students into thinking they are?

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Would you ever be accused of being a helicopter parent, swooping down to save your student from a situation they could have resolved for themself? In this episode, we'll talk about ways you can help them learn to make wise decisions.

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What's going on in teenager world? We are here to update you on some big things that you should know!

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Terry Kelley, Hope Fellowship's Lead Worship Pastor, joins us for two weeks to have a conversation about how we as parents can lead our students in worshipping Christ.

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Terry Kelley, Hope Fellowship's Lead Worship Pastor, joins us for two weeks to have a conversation about how we as parents can lead our students in worshipping Christ.

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What's going on in the world? What are teens talking about? Pastor Tysha and Elijah have some updates to keep you in the know. 

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We are back this week with some more back-to-school tips to help you and your student start the year off right!

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School has started and we are all getting into the swing of the fall semester. What are some ways you can start well within your family this fall? We got you covered with some back-to-school tips.

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"What do I do when my student doesn't want to go to church?" This tension comes up a lot in families and so we are here to talk about it!

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"What do I do when my student doesn't want to go to church?" This tension comes up a lot in families and so we are here to talk about it!

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What's new in the culture that you need to know? We got you.

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We finish up a three part series sharing what God is doing in Hope students. Pastor Nate talks with one of his students from Prosper!

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In this three part series, we get to sit down with some of our very own leaders and students for a chance to hear their stories. Pastor Elijah kicks this week with one of his students from McKinney, Parker!

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In this three part series, we get to sit down with some of our very own leaders and students for a chance to hear their stories. Pastor Tysha kicks this week off with one of our amazing small group leaders, Holly!

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Milestone moments can serve as memories and moments for students to come back to when they get lost or are tempted. So, here are a few ways and times that you can create lasting and intentional memories with your students.

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What's new in the culture that you need to know??

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We want to help set you up for the best summer for you and your students!

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We want to help set you up for the best summer for you and your students!

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Last week with counselor Rhett Smith talks through when to push and when not to push our students in their growth.

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We are back with Rhett as he talks more practical tips on managing technology and the roles they can play with depression & anxiety.

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We've talked about a few ways to process these thoughts. This week Rhett gives some practical tips on managing depression & anxiety.

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Where does spirituality & emotions clash? And how can we navigate the spiritual aspect of anxiety? This week Rhett Smith guides us once again!

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Counselor Rhett Smith joins the parent podcast to start a 5 week series on depression and anxiety. This week we open the conversation by refraining a way that we think about these topics.

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Megan and Elijah are back to update you on teenager culture! Today they are talking about slang words, TV Shows, & YouTube.

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We continue our discussion with Pastor Broc on Embedding scripture into our student's lives.

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Broc Jahnke joins us this week as we start a two-part series discussing ways we can embed scripture into our student's lives on a daily basis.

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Gaming online is a fast-growing lane prying for student's attention. But, how can you manage some of the tensions that come up in the gaming world? Pastor Elijah and Will talk about it in this week's Teenager Tuesday.

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Pastor Will and Robert Jordan discuss tips to help navigate the topic of pornography with your student.

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This is the first week of a 3 part series on teens & technology. This week we'll tackle some tensions parents feel with cellphones and social media.

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Want to know more about what's going on in teenager world? Elijah Keck and Megan McKinney are here to give us the update!

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Baptisms are a big deal as a public step declaring our faith to the world. So, how can we help emphasize this decision to our students, and what are some ways that we can celebrate the decision they've made? We'll talk about it this week on Teenager Tuesday with Pastor Keaton Larrabee.

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What are some ways that you can capitalize as a parent after a big event? You spend money to send them, so here are some ways you can get even more out of them as a parent.

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Welcome to the first week of our parent podcast called, Teenager Tuesday. This intro will give you some of the backstory to why we are doing this podcast and what we'll be covering week to week. You can do this. You're not alone. God's with you and so are we!