The Collide Kids Podcast: Recent Episodes
Christen Clark
The Collide Kids Podcast is a show for kids and families where fun and faith COLLIDE! We will get to know friendly, interesting people who can teach us something new. Our goal for every episode is to help kids discover they are loved by God! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/collidekidspod/support
Have you ever seen dogs competing in sports and wondered how they got started?
On this fun episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Megan Bohinc, a licensed mental health therapist and dog-sport influencer, to explore the unique world of dog sports and how this has become a family adventure. Megan shares how dog sports transformed her life, what training her high-energy champion dog Rain taught her about spiritual growth, and why inviting others in (just like Jesus did) can enrich your faith at home.
- [00:04:02] Megan’s journey from mental health therapy to dog sports
- [00:07:36] Discovering purpose when one door closes and another opens
- [00:15:14] Inviting people like Jesus did
Resources:
- @rain_the_weim
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Therapy Dogs Have Boundaries Too: "she loves treats and she loves her people, but she doesn't love, like, strangers, like, hugging her. Like, her personal bubble is, like, bigger than most. Most dogs."
— Megan Bohinc [00:04:27 → 00:04:39]
Discovering Dog Training: "I went to a dog training class to show this dog, and that's all I knew. Like, I didn't know that there were other options."
— Megan Bohinc [00:08:47 → 00:08:55]
Agility, Barn Hunt, and Escape Room Fun with Dogs: "And then we do barn hunt, where rats are in tubes and you find the rats in this. Like, so I feel like it's similar to an escape room. So, like, you go in and you have things that you have to accomplish, like, you have to do it."
— Megan Bohinc [00:10:35 → 00:10:50]
Learning by Playing: "I think we learn a lot when we play the actual game. Like, hey, we go into the ring and it's like the timer's going, and we had to, like, make it to the finish line at a certain time. I think I've learned a ton. I feel like just kind of playing the game and figuring out how it goes."
— Megan Bohinc [00:13:50 → 00:14:07]
The Power of Invitation: "having someone invite you somewhere, it opens the door to say, hey, like, we want you here."
— Megan Bohinc [00:15:58 → 00:16:04]
Everyday Faith in Action: "celebrating people and encouraging people, inviting people, I think that that shares Jesus more than anything that I could even say."
— Megan Bohinc [00:17:21 → 00:17:32]
Dog Training Treats That Work: "Yes, but, like, the higher values is like the string cheese and the hot dogs are really go to."
— Megan Bohinc [00:19:42 → 00:19:48]
Getting Started in Dog Sports: "I think finding a local club. So there's dog clubs, like all around the country. And also like dog trainers or dog classes that you can look, you know, around where you're living. That may be an option because they have different specific classes for different either sports or different goals that you want to work on or train on."
— Megan Bohinc [00:21:23 → 00:22:00]
Viral Topic: Teen Self-Teaches Dog Agility and Shines at First Trial: "Like how amazing for a 14 year old to go to somewhere that she's never even gone to and even done and trained herself and is there. I just love that."
— Megan Bohinc [00:22:58 → 00:23:10]
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How can two simple words written during a painful middle school moment inspire families everywhere to wear their faith and love boldly in daily life?
In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Robin Frederiksen, founder of the faith-based apparel company Love Well Brand. Robin shares the origin story sparked by her daughter's experience with bullying, how Christian parenting shaped their family business, and why raising Christian kids sometimes means letting our faith show up in surprising ways, even in a sweatshirt.
- [00:05:35] How Love Well Brand began from bullying
- [00:10:03] The meaning behind Love Well
- [00:14:07] Day-to-day work for Robin
- [00:18:01] Wearing your faith
Resources:
- lovewellbrand.com
- Coupon code for 20% discount: COLLIDE20
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
Clip Finder:
Family Values in Business: "We as a family really just have loved sharing that message with people as our world keeps changing."
— Robin Frederiksen [00:04:04 → 00:04:14]
Origin of Lovewell: "That is where Lovewell began."
— Robin Frederiksen [00:06:45 → 00:06:48]
The Power of Heartfelt Connection: "Loving well has nothing to do with what you have, and that has everything to do with your heart and how you treat other people."
— Robin Frederiksen [00:07:50 → 00:07:59]
Faith in Action: "I should turn the other cheek. I should love. Well, it needs to be a reminder to me. And some of that also came from scripture and it actually is in Philippians 1:9, the message, it says we should love and love. Well, like that is what God is calling us to do."
— Robin Frederiksen [00:09:33 → 00:09:54]
Inclusive Fashion for All Ages: "one of the most difficult things I get to do is try to make things for everyone. And that is a very big challenge when we're talking about comfortable, fun clothing, which is part of what we also. Our mission also is so trying to make something for guys and girls from a very young age, all the way through grandmas and grandpas."
— Company Founder
— Robin Frederiksen [00:10:27 → 00:10:56]
Brand Loyalty Through Comfort: "over a 10 year period we have customers who have closets of Lovewell and the reason they have that is because it's something different and it's comfortable."
— Robin Frederiksen [00:11:47 → 00:12:02]
Supporting Small Businesses: "they're all small local shops, and I love that. So I load stuff in my car and I take it to be printed or I take it to be embroidered and, you know, specify all of that."
— Robin Frederiksen [00:14:39 → 00:14:50]
Viral Topic: The Power of Love Well Across Belief Systems: "We knew that Love well was a message that was very broad and we do have tons of customers who are not Christians necessarily and don't necessarily want to wear anything. That said, this is in the Bible or not in the Bible or, you know, they're just not those people. However, it is such a strong message."
— Robin Frederiksen [00:18:03 → 00:18:30]
Kindness Is Universal: "And I think that has been really the root of this messaging from the beginning is more about treating people the way you want to be treated with kindness and love."
— Robin Frederiksen [00:19:24 → 00:19:37]
Wearing Your Faith: "Wearing your faith really is just about, like I said, bringing your inside out and allowing people to approach you and treating them with, you know, love and kindness when you do that." — Robin Frederiksen
— Robin Frederiksen [00:21:11 → 00:21:26]
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Can encouragement transform you and your family's purpose?
This week on the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Brandon Rushin, Christian speaker, entertainer, and widely considered professional encourager. Together they explore Brandon’s ministry of speaking and encouraging through hilarious, unforgettable characters, and how they open people up to receive Good News.
- [00:05:09] Brandon introduces himself
- [00:07:30] How Brandon’s mom, vacation Bible school, and a chance modeling gig shaped Brandon’s sense of purpose and calling
- [00:20:12] Why laughter, joy, and engaging characters open doors for faith conversations
Resources:
- brandonrushin.com
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Discovering Talents Early: "And my mom and dad still to this day say there was one day that we were at Disney and my dad said, in front of the castle, I just threw up my hands and said, everybody, look here. And he said, I just entertained people right there. And he said, I could tell right from that moment that God had given you a gift that you were going to get to use."
— Brandon Rushin [00:07:36 → 00:08:00]
Divine Purpose in Childhood Summers: "But I really believe that was God crafting and speaking and teaching me that, hey, I'm gonna. What you're getting from me, you're gonna use for my glory in the future."
— Brandon Rushin [00:10:15 → 00:10:26]
Everyone Needs Encouragement: "Because I feel like everybody needs to know that they're important, that they matter and that they're cared for."
— Brandon Rushin [00:14:07 → 00:14:13]
Breaking Down Barriers with Laughter: "I believe that if you get people laughing, it'll break down their walls, and then they're ready to receive good news."
— Brandon Rushin [00:20:12 → 00:20:21]
Creativity and Faith in Character Building: "And the first thing I do is go to prayer and I pray to God and say, hey, God, either let a character that you've already helped me create be that character to fit this. To fit this theme, or give me the words and the thoughts to create a new character. And tried and true, he always comes through either a character that already. That he's already helped me goes to fit it perfectly, or he comes up with a new character."
— Brandon Rushin [00:24:27 → 00:24:51]
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Let’s be honest, how often do we compare ourselves with our people or other families?
This week on the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Liz A. Pitman—award-winning author, former educator, and creator of the Pete the Puzzle Piece adventure series—to talk all about Christian parenting, nurturing faith at home, and helping kids (and parents!) discover their God-given purpose. Liz shares personal stories of family life, inspiration from her own childhood, and practical discipleship strategies to help families grow in identity, faith, and self-worth.
- [00:03:03] Liz shares her journey from classroom teacher to children’s book author
- [00:08:13] The origin story of Pete the Puzzle Piece
- [00:12:26] The traps of comparison for kids and parents
- [00:17:48] Practical tips for ways to help kids embrace their worth and purpose through encouragement, positive declarations, and intentional family time
Resources:
- Liz’s site: petethepuzzlepiece.com
- 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents on Apple Podcasts
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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How Childhood Memories Shape Our Calling: "It's really neat to look back and see how God put the puzzle pieces together symbolically and how he still does do that today in the big picture."
— Liz Pitman [00:06:26 → 00:06:32]
Viral Topic - Finding Purpose in Uncertain Seasons: "if we're truly honest at some point in our lives, I think all of us can feel like that absolutely where we're wondering what our purpose and where we're headed."
— Liz Pitman [00:09:59 → 00:10:09]
Embracing Your Unique Purpose: "It's that we all have our own unique thumbprint. So identical twins even have their own unique thumbprint. And when we can just really let that soak in, that we are one of a kind, that we are an original, that we can't be replaced, God's given us our own unique voice, then we can truly, as we trust in him to give us the strength to do what he's called us to do, really focus, laser focus on our mission and our purpose of why we're here. That's to glorify the Lord and do what he's told us to do and called us to do for Him."
— Liz Pitman [00:13:13 → 00:13:49]
Finding Your Place: "this journey that I will have you read more on involves a journey of discovery where your child, or even you might be encouraged that you have a special place."
— Liz Pitman [00:17:11 → 00:17:22]
Raising Resilient Kids: "But it is so much easier to just set that foundation early in your children so that they don't have to experience as much brokenness that the world can try to throw at them with cracks and you know, the comparison trap and all the things."
— Liz Pitman [00:18:52 → 00:19:07]
The Power of Parental Encouragement: just take those extra moments with your children and encourage them when they come up to you excited with their stories even if it's a busy day because you never know how that could impact them to just continue on in their God given dreams.
— Liz Pitman [00:23:36 → 00:23:50]
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What if God could use the hardest pieces of your family’s story to shape your kids’ faith, purpose, and compassion for others?
On this special episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with the legendary and beloved children’s music leader Charlie Bancroft—known to most as "Uncle Charlie." Together, they dive into the inspiration behind Uncle Charlie’s music ministry and his the powerful story behind the Carlitos4Kids comfort monkey ministry. Don’t miss Uncle Charle’s heartfelt stories, laugh-out-loud moments, and deep wisdom about calling.
- [00:07:26] How Uncle Charlie went from youth pastor to music missionary
- [00:10:41] The story of Uncle Charlie’s ministry in Uganda and how he became “Uncle Charlie”
- [00:17:17] About Carlitos the comfort monkey
- [00:21:02] Powerful testimony of surviving a life-altering car crash and how God uses every piece of our story for spiritual growth and inspiration
Resources:
- carlitos4kids.com
- About Valued By God (VBG) App
- Uncle Charlie: Fruit of the Spirit song
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
Clip Finder:
Bringing Hope to Kids in Need: "it's all about just bringing the light of Jesus into their dark little world, you know?"
— Charlie Bancroft [00:03:47 → 00:03:52]
Transforming Lives of Orphans
"They took orphan children off of the streets that had no parents, no relatives, no nothing. And they built villages for these kids, and they gave them a new mommy that would take care of them."
— Charlie Bancroft [00:10:19 → 00:10:30]
Music as Ministry: "I always kind of labeled Myself as a music missionary, because that was my goal, was to share Christ through my music."
— Charlie Bancroft [00:12:29 → 00:12:37]
The Unique Power of Carlitos the Comfort Animal
"It's okay to have a comfort animal. And I think it's a beautiful thing to, you know, you can go to the store, Walmart, whatever, and buy A comfort animal for a kid. But the thing that separates Carlitos from other comfort animals, number one is his theme."
— Charlie Bancroft [00:19:02 → 00:19:16]
Turning Challenges Into Purpose: "So I quit griping about what I couldn't do and I focused on and the Lord helped me with this, focused on what I could do... And in time, the less frustrated I got about my situation, the more God healed me, you know? And so it became a healing time, and I began to use that empathy to create a ministry for kids with special needs."
— Charlie Bancroft [00:24:13 → 00:24:41]
Comfort Animals and Hospitalized Kids: "But I thought, you know, every kid has a comfort animal. Every kid has a comfort bear."
— Charlie Bancroft [00:26:25 → 00:26:28]
Embracing Self-Worth Through Faith: "you don't have to be perfect to be pleasing to God."
— Charlie Bancroft [00:29:09 → 00:29:11]
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Can family science experiments become powerful tools for discipleship and faith at home?
In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark is joined by Brock Eastman—known to many as Dr. Fizzlebop—to explore how Christian parenting, purposeful family time, and hands-on science can all collide to nurture spiritual growth and inspiration in kids. Get ready for interactive experiments, faith-centered conversation, and creative ways to make raising Christian kids dynamic and fun.
- [00:03:42] Brock Eastman on his passion for science
- [00:08:09] Linking science to faith
- [00:12:46] Bible stories and scientific wonders—finding faith in unexpected places
- [00:15:03] Science experiment demonstrations- straw rocket launch and the fizz inflator
Resources:
- https://www.brockeastman.com/dr-fizzlebop.html
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
Clip Finder:
Family Science Devotionals: "And it's really for parents and kids to do together. It's like a family devotional. And there's 52 super easy experiments to do at home. And you have like 99% of the ingredients in your pantry right now."
— Brock Eastman [00:04:19 → 00:04:30]
Going Viral with Science for Kids: "I think I released these four board books. One is called Super Simple Weather Science, Super Simple Space Science, Super Simple Colors and Counting, and Super Simple Animals and Alphabet."
— Brock Eastman [00:05:04 → 00:05:16]
Discovering Passion in Unexpected Places: "But, you know, reading and writing were the ones I didn't like. And so it's kind of funny because now I've taken that thing I didn't love and became A writer to write books."
— Brock Eastman [00:07:01 → 00:07:09]
Making Spiritual Lessons Memorable: "So my hope is that that's where I put a lot of effort in, is to tie in the experience that kids are going to learn throughout elementary school and high school back to a devotional or a spiritual concept that they can connect to."
— Brock Eastman [00:08:09 → 00:08:58]
Trusting Divine Timing: "God already ordains. He knows the timing of our life, and he already knows, Kristen, in two weeks, in three years, in a decade, a moment you're going to be experiencing and going through."
— Brock Eastman [00:09:00 → 00:09:10]
Unexpected Success: "And funny enough, it's actually my best selling of all my books. It's the one that sells the best."
— Brock Eastman [00:10:33 → 00:10:36]
Viral Topic: Creating Meaningful Bedtime Routines: "It became a very sweet bedtime routine and read. And so Fizzlebop has been a lot of fun connecting family and kids."
— Brock Eastman [00:11:24 → 00:11:30]
Bridging Faith and Science for Kids: "And I believe that when we cement that idea and that concept in these little babies hearts, these toddlers hearts on your lap, around the bed before bed, at the kitchen table early, they are going to keep that, that's going to lock in and they're going to have that as they go through school."
— Brock Eastman [00:12:05 → 00:12:18]
Viral Moments in Miracles: "But in those miracles, in those times when he does things, there's moments where the world changes. Just shows his immense power in creating that."
— Brock Eastman [00:12:57 → 00:13:04]
Viral Topic: The Moon and Creation in the Bible: "You said when God hung the moon and the stars in the sky."
— Brock Eastman [00:13:23 → 00:13:24]
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What if Jesus wants to lead you on a brand new adventure of faith and creativity?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Justin Stuart—co-creator of the wildly popular JStu YouTube channel and now author of the new graphic novel series, The Blobs. Justin opens up about the bold faith it took to walk away from a successful channel, how God led him into a new creative journey, and the ways families can grow closer through shared stories, discipleship, and laughter.
- [00:05:11] Justin’s early YouTube journey and reaching millions
- [00:09:41] Hearing God’s call to change directions
- [00:16:20] About his new book series - The Blobs
Resources:
- Amazon: The Blobs: Vol One: Crash Land!
- www.youtube.com/@itsjustinstuart
- www.instagram.com/itsjustinstuart
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
Clip Finder:
How YouTube Changed Our Lives Forever: "And we had zero intention in turning it into a business. But it did turn into something, because God had bigger and better plans than we could have even came up with on our own."
— Justin Stuart [00:06:11 → 00:06:25]
Breaking Free from the Algorithm: "I just want to take a break from the algorithm and I'm going to get out my iPad, which I haven't done in a while, and just draw. Because as a kid, I drew a lot. I made up characters, I wrote little stories. So I'm going to do that again because at the end of the day, kids, they don't think about the algorithm."
— Justin Stuart [00:10:02 → 00:10:18]
Viral Topic: Bridging Generations Through Storytelling: "And if the parent is enjoying the story, then surely the kids are going to enjoy even more."
— Justin Stuart [00:15:36 → 00:15:41]
Writing Stories That Reflect Faith & Growth: "I'm a Christian telling a cool story. And so the themes throughout the story are going to be apparent because I am a follower of Christ."
— Justin Stuart [00:18:29 → 00:18:37]
Inspiring Creators on YouTube: "I want to be able to use my YouTube channel as a creative hub for other people who are trying to create something so that they can find inspiration for themselves because they're seeing me do it and they hopefully can see themselves doing the same thing and believe in themselves through what they watch."
— Justin Stuart [00:20:44 → 00:21:00]
Viral Topic: Embracing Your Unique Creativity
"God has made you so unique and put abilities in you that he hasn't put in other people for a very specific reason...when you believe in your unique creativity that offers something to the world that is needed to impact the world."
— Justin Stuart [00:21:35 → 00:21:44]
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Who are the teachers that shaped you the most in life?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with educator Breanna Churchill. Breanna shares her journey from teaching preschoolers to becoming an award-winning children’s author to launching the Brown Bear Book Club, explores practical ways families can disciple their kids at home, and offers advice for people who are interested in becoming teachers.
- [00:07:54] How playful teaching fuels spiritual growth and purpose in raising Christian kids
- [00:10:22] What Breanna’s classroom revealed about God’s patience, creativity, and faith woven through every subject
- [00:13:19] The story behind Brown Bear Book Club
- [00:16:51] Inspiration and practical strategies for parents (and kids) to reconnect with God and nurture faith at home
Resources:
- brownbearbookclub.com
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- Episode 156 - Jason Raitz
- Episode 181 - Ryan George
- Episode 193 - Hayley Arceneaux (astronaut)
- Episode 213 - Rousseaux Brasseur (The Quester)
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
Clip Finder:
From Stage to Classroom: "I thought I was going to be an actress and singing, but teaching, I felt like teaching was the perfect place to be creative and teach young children."
— Breanna Churchill [00:06:28 → 00:06:38]
Viral Topic: Preventing Burnout in Parents and Teachers: "it's hard for us to be ready to teach our kids or our students if we're coming from an empty, burnt out and overwhelmed place."
— Breanna Churchill [00:15:46 → 00:15:54]
Morning Routines: "One of the things I do is start my day with God. I start my day with Him. And so it's prayer, it's worship, turning on music, sometimes not turning on music, sometimes it's just singing naturally, journaling, writing things down and just being honest and real with God."
— Breanna Churchill [00:16:51 → 00:17:09]
"Nobody feels totally equipped. I mean, even Moses, everybody's like, what, God? You want me to do what?"
— Breanna Churchill [00:19:45 → 00:19:51]
Viral Topic: The Importance of Experience for Aspiring Teachers: "I highly recommend that teachers, anybody thinking about being a teacher get experience. Experience working with children."
— Breanna Churchill [00:20:25 → 00:20:32]
"One thing I love about God is that he is so patient. I think God is so patient with us. But then I also realized God is so creative. Each child he created so uniquely, and they learn differently and they grasp concepts differently."
— Breanna Churchill [00:10:45 → 00:10:57]
How The Brown Bear Book Club Began: "I realized I wanted to take the things that I learned in the classroom, and I'm like, I still want to share this with the world. And so that's how the Brown Bear Book Club got started."
— Breanna Churchill [00:13:20 → 00:13:30]
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What if the power and hope of Easter could transform your family’s faith and purpose, uniting you around the message of Jesus’ resurrection?
On this special Easter episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark welcomes Dr. Esau McCaulley—pastor, professor, and author of “God’s Colorful Kingdom” and “God’s Colorful Easter.” Dive into a dynamic conversation about Christian parenting, raising Christian kids, and how to cultivate joy, discipleship, and spiritual growth through family time and the diverse beauty of God’s story.
- [00:03:32] Esau McCaulley’s journey as a pastor, professor, dad
- [00:06:52] Why writing for kids matters
- [00:08:03] Diversity in God’s colorful kingdom
- [00:10:09] The meaning of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and why the hope of the resurrection is the heartbeat of discipleship at home
Resources:
- esaumccaulley.com
- Books: God’s Colorful Easter & God's Colorful Kingdom Storybook Bible
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
Clip Finder:
Viral Topic: How COVID Changed My Writing Journey: "Normally I write, like, you know, academic books, but during COVID it was so stressful, and there's. We had kids at home and all of these other things, and I really didn't feel in the mood to write a Big technical, academic book."
— Esau McCaulley [00:06:56 → 00:07:10]
The Meaning of Maundy Thursday and the Love Command: "So on Thursday, we remember the love command, the command that we have to love one another."
— Esau McCaulley [00:11:03 → 00:11:07]
Living With Hope Amid Sadness: "We live in a world that is sad and broken, and we sometimes feel the weight of that sadness, but we never weep as those who without hope, because we trust in the Savior who has come to rescue us."
— Esau McCaulley [00:12:32 → 00:12:42]
Viral Gospel Connections: "So when God, when Mark was written, Mark was saying, hey, if you don't believe this version of the story, go ask Rufus and Alexander. They're in the church."
— Esau McCaulley [00:18:45 → 00:18:54]
Viral Topic: Surprising Clues About Simon of Cyrene's Family Background: "Yeah, Simon, Rufus and Alexander are Greek names, right? So that probably means that Simon at some point became a Roman citizen and he gave his kids names that were Greek. It probably also means that maybe Simon's wife would have been a Gentile, and that Simon, who's married to a Gentile woman, eventually."
— Esau McCaulley [00:19:13 → 00:19:36]
Viral Topic: The Mysterious Journey of Simon of Cyrene
"It's possible that Simon of Cyrene, who's from Northern Africa, who comes to Jerusalem, who is Jewish, who gets converted to Christianity, possibly to a Gentile woman, then has two Gentile sons who become Christians, who are all in the early church."
— Esau McCaulley [00:19:50 → 00:20:07]
Viral Topic: The Universal Message of the Cross
"It's not just the diversity of what the story of Easter contains. It's what it does. Like on the cross, right? It says in three languages, the King of the Jews, right? And all of the gospel writers make a point of saying it's in three languages. So no matter where you're from, you can see on the cross."
— Esau McCaulley [00:21:03 → 00:21:23]
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What if creativity isn’t really about talent, at all?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Brennan McPherson—writer, game developer, and lead producer of the Light of the World animated film. Listen in as Brennan shares his inspiring journey from aspiring rock star to leading a ministry focused on bringing the story of Jesus to kids and families through powerful hand-drawn animation. Discover fresh insights into being a professional artist and why creativity is less about talent than we might think.
- [00:06:12] Brennan’s path from being a professional drummer to leading a media production ministry
- [00:10:09] The heart and vision behind the Light of the World film
- [00:12:10] What it means to be a creative producer
- [00:15:02] Brennan’s real talk about professional creativity and perseverance
Resources:
- Animated Jesus film: www.lightoftheworld.com
- Brennan’s Website: brennanmcpherson.com
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Viral Topic: Transforming Nonprofit Media
"I came into the position of being the president of the organization and decided that we were going to take the nonprofit in a new direction and craft it into a full-blown media company crafting entertainment that makes the gospel simple to understand and impossible to forget."
— Brennan McPherson [00:06:38 → 00:06:53]
Viral Topic: "Why Isn’t There a Great Animated Jesus Movie?": "There's no good animated feature film on the life of Jesus. I couldn't even hardly believe it. For like a couple of years, I was like, are you sure? There's no— I mean, I kept like checking, trying to find if there was one that was, you know, there's a couple that are like really, really, really low budget that no one's ever seen."
— Brennan McPherson [00:10:11 → 00:10:25]
Viral Topic Title: "Reimagining the Disciples as Teenagers"
Quote: "We realized with the research that most of the disciples were likely teenagers. Peter was in his 20s, you know, but he was one of the oldest. So they weren't these old bearded guys that you see in all the representations."
— Brennan McPherson [00:11:16 → 00:11:27]
What Does a Producer Really Do?: "a producer's job is to solve problems before they derail the whole thing and collapse the film. Because if a film— it's like you're starting a business with hundreds of people you've never worked with before."
— Brennan McPherson [00:12:46 → 00:12:56]
The Secret to Creative Success
Quote: "my advice to anyone who wants to be creative is find the thing that you love doing. And then approach it in a systematic way."
— Brennan McPherson [00:17:57 → 00:18:05]
Success at Movie Guide Awards: "We just won Best Children's Film at the Movie Guide Awards and beat out King of Kings from Angel Studios and Zootopia 2 from Disney for that award, and so we're very, very proud of it, but really for us, this film is a long-term ministry initiative."
— Brennan McPherson [00:21:48 → 00:22:06]
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What if God could use even your brokenness to create something beautiful and inspire your whole family’s faith journey?
This week on the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Jamie Statema—award-winning songwriter, producer, and GO FISH! co-founder—to explore how families can nurture spiritual growth, purpose, and discipleship at home. Jamie shares behind-the-scenes stories about being a Christian artist, raising Christian kids through music, and his powerful new children's book, "A Broken Crayon," a reminder that God uses every part of our stories—even the hard parts!
- [00:02:25] Jamie Statema’s musical journey with GO FISH!
- [00:09:27] The story behind "A Broken Crayon"
- [00:13:45] Real talk: Overcoming performance and embracing brokenness
- [00:16:02] Making home and church safe for authentic conversations
Resources:
- gofishresources.com
- Jamie’s New Book: A Broken Crayon
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Viral Origin Stories: "I'm the OG GO FISH! guy. But when we originally started, it was myself and a friend from my church up in Minneapolis, Minnesota had this idea to do like an a cappella group."
— Jamie Statema [00:06:12 → 00:06:24]
Viral Topic: "Kids Can Handle Deep Truths — Music for All Ages": "The key, I feel, to making great music for kids that won't drive parents bonkers is to not talk down to kids because kids are way smarter than most people give them credit for."
— Jamie Statema [00:07:33 → 00:07:43]
Viral Topic: How Music Helps Memory
"It's amazing how music does, you know, it helps you remember things. It's a great way to learn things."
— Jamie Statema [00:08:38 → 00:08:43]
Viral Topic: Turning Brokenness into Beauty
Quote: "It's all about how God can take broken things and turn them into beautiful things."
— Jamie Statema [00:09:59 → 00:10:04]
The Danger of Too Much Information: "Sometimes you just got to follow God's leading, just do the next right thing. And then just see what happens."
— Jamie Statema [00:11:56 → 00:12:02]
Redefining Greatness in Faith: "Being a good dad is doing a great thing for God, you know, being a good husband, serving in the church, serving others, whatever it may be. It doesn't have to be in the spotlight to be considered great, and that's something I talk about a lot."
— Jamie Statema [00:13:31 → 00:13:45]
Viral Topic: Redemption Through Brokenness: "That’s really the message of the book, that even when you feel broken, it’s not over."
— Jamie Statema [00:15:51 → 00:15:55]
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What does it look like to make Jesus the star of your daily life?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark welcomes Brock Eastman and Shaun Stevenson—co-authors of the Parable Port book series—who share how their friendship started with with a critical book review and how wanting to learn and get better turned into a writing partnership. This episode has tons of laughs, stories, and practical ideas for raising Christian kids, building faith at home, and inspiring spiritual growth through creativity and discipleship.
- [00:05:32] How Brock and Shaun became friends
- [00:13:02] Turning parables into a book series for kids
- [00:22:11] Parable Port’s bonus resources and podcast
- [00:27:41] Childhood memories and creative inspiration
Resources:
- Book Website: parableport.com
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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The Power of Collaboration in Creative Projects: "that collaboration has been building over, I don't know, 5, 10 years, Sean. It's been a long time."
— Brock Eastman [00:09:18 → 00:09:22]
Modern Storytelling and Ancient Parables
"We're not creating something new. We're using stories that Jesus has already told and helping kids understand them in different ways or look at them from different angles or help them find characters in the book that they can relate to and see how it applies to their life."
— Brock Eastman [00:17:36 → 00:17:49]
Why We Chose Not to Write a Picture Book: "I know just based on the word count and the, the, we could have never explored the story in the way that we are right now."
— Brock Eastman [00:18:22 → 00:18:27]
Viral Topic: The Power of Collaboration in Children's Storytelling: "It's about collaboration, it's about building and growing and creating a really great immersive story that kids can read and get into. And that's the ultimate goal."
— Brock Eastman [00:21:54 → 00:22:02]
How Unexpected Friendships Start: "We met because I actually left Brock a— I wouldn't say it was a bad review. It was a like middle of the road review on one of his books online. And he actually messaged me... So we started emailing back and forth, and after that we started working on different projects together and just became friends and had a great time."
— Shaun Stevenson [00:07:02 → 00:07:14]
Viral Topic: Creating a Parable Book Series for Kids: "And she said, nope, I can't find anything. So we talked about it like, oh, what if we made like a book series about parables?"
— Shaun Stevenson [00:12:43 → 00:12:50]
Viral Topic: The Power of Parables
Quote: "parable, it's this word that we use kind of a Bible-y word, but it's a word that helps us understand something using everyday objects all around us."
— Shaun Stevenson [00:14:45 → 00:14:53]
How Everyday Objects Teach Us About Faith: "That to me is the power of like everyday items helping us learn about Jesus."
— Shaun Stevenson [00:17:14 → 00:17:18]
Empowering Young Storytellers: "And I think even as a kid, like you can tell stories too. Like if you love telling stories, do it. It's so fun."
— Shaun Stevenson [00:27:35 → 00:27:42]
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Can a giant tub of cheese balls and a heart full of faith truly change lives and spark unexpected spiritual growth?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Molly Sanborn, also known as the "Cheeseball Chick," a speaker, influencer, and author whose hilarious, heartfelt adventures connect faith, purpose, and family life in surprising ways. Molly shares how raising Christian kids, embracing spiritual growth through hardship, and bringing joy to everyday moments collide with God's purpose—even when life gets messy, cheesy, or a little unexpected.
- [00:07:04] How Molly's cheeseballs journey started
- [00:15:14] Molly’s open-heart surgery and how God gave her purpose in pain
- [00:13:48] Using everyday life for discipleship and connecting with others
- [00:30:24] Molly’s childhood journals and the importance of honest faith
Resources:
- Molly’s Book on Amazon: Cheese Balls for Jesus
- Instagram: @cheeseballchick
- Website: craigandmolly.com
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Viral Topic: When Cheese Balls and Faith Collide "It is kind of funny, like cheese balls and Jesus collided, and it is like this beautiful thing."
— Molly Sanborn [00:07:08 → 00:07:13]
Viral Acts of Kindness: Oh my word, cheese balls are bringing the world together.
— Molly Sanborn [00:10:49 → 00:10:51]
Spreading Joy in Everyday Life: "I just wanna make, I wanna make you smile and spread joy and encourage people. Life is hard, you know, we need to laugh more."
— Molly Sanborn [00:13:26 → 00:13:32]
Finding Purpose in Pain: "God will not waste your pain, and that there is purpose in the pain."
— Molly Sanborn [00:17:39 → 00:17:43]
Unexpected Connections in Difficult Times: "One of those exchanges happened right before my third surgery with a nurse named Jen at Mayo Clinic who was not even my nurse. She came in 'cause she heard there was a patient who had cheese balls and she was from Wisconsin and thought I was a cheesehead too."
— Molly Sanborn [00:18:13 → 00:18:27]
Hearing God in Everyday Moments: "I'm guessing maybe most people haven't heard the Holy Spirit say, bring the cheese balls, but I did. It was like, yeah, this still small voice, just like not an audible voice, but I knew I was supposed to bring the cheese balls."
— Molly Sanborn [00:24:33 → 00:24:43]
Building a Strong Spiritual Foundation: "I would love to encourage all of you kids and anyone of any age to invest first and foremost in getting to know Jesus and being open and honest with him."
— Molly Sanborn [00:30:11 → 00:30:18]
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Should you pay your kids an allowance for doing their chores?
This week on the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Dr. Stephen Day—economics professor, author, and Christian dad—for an energetic and practical discussion on raising Christian kids who are confident with money, generous in spirit, and purposeful in their spending and saving. Discover how to create “mini economies” at home, teach your children to save in meaningful ways, and use ordinary chores to spark spiritual growth and discipleship in your family.
Resources:
- drstephenday.com
- Book: Teach a Kid to Save
- @_paperrobots
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Teaching Kids About Value
"So it's not just about bugging the parents for screen time. It's about, you know, do I want to save up to get something better later, like a toy, or do I want to spend my money on screen time now?"
— Stephen Day [00:09:18 → 00:09:30]
Building Lifelong Habits
Quote: "changing your habits can be a little bit intimidating, but kids need to start setting different habits, and it starts with the family practice together so that it's not just deciding at the last second, do we buy this, do we buy that? No, like, you have plans ahead of time. And you're a little more intentional about what you do. And I think the kids carry those habits on into adulthood. I know I did."
— Stephen Day [00:09:50 → 00:10:11]
The Importance of Skill in Chores
"What I find is that chores work better when there is some skill involved. That's something parents often miss."
— Stephen Day [00:10:43 → 00:10:49]
Teaching Kids Responsibility
"You can, right, have categories where you say this work is family work, you do it because it's your responsibility, and this work is your job and you do it because, because kids need to learn the connection between work and money and their choices. It's a, it's a teaching thing."
— Stephen Day [00:12:12 → 00:12:27]
Parenting Hack
"When you're trying to teach your children, involve them, and it'll take longer at first because they're learning their skill, but over time they're able to do it, and that can be part of their household job that they get paid for."
— Stephen Day [00:14:14 → 00:14:26]
Teaching Kids About Money Management
"The first fruit of everything that we make goes to God. Next, we had to save, you know, and you can either have the kids save for a goal or you can have them save a certain percentage."
— Stephen Day [00:17:32 → 00:17:41]
Training Kids to Avoid Impulse Buying
"I want to take away their ability to do impulse buys when they're a small child because they're still developing control of their impulses. And so they need to get those habits that all good spending is planned spending."
— Stephen Day [00:22:02 → 00:22:17]
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What if your family could discover new purpose and spiritual growth this Lent by wondering together about the Easter story?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Vanessa Myers, children's minister, author, and founder of Family Faith Builders, for an inspiring conversation about raising Christian kids, faith at home, and meaningful family time during Lent. Vanessa shares practical ways families can build discipleship, nurture spiritual growth, and live out their faith—plus, insight into her latest devotional that invites kids and parents to dive deeper and wonder through the Easter story.
Resources:
- familyfaithbuilders.org
- Wondering to Jerusalem on Amazon
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
*Special thanks to our editor Jay Lee from provisionpods.com!
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Empowering Families to Live Out Their Faith: "That's what my heart is for, is for families, moms and dads, grandparents, whoever, you know, at home to spend time together in the word, praying together and talking and living out their faith, you know."
— Vanessa Myers [00:03:32 → 00:03:42]
Using Imagination to Explore Historical Stories: "God doesn't give us, He doesn't always give us all the details of things. So I help kids use their wonder and imagination and thinking more about the story...
— Vanessa Myers [00:10:36 → 00:10:55]
Why Did People Recline at the Table?: "When I was doing my research, you know, they [reclined at the table to eat]. They really embraced the Roman style of dining because they were under the Roman rule at that time in history. And so Romans, you know, set up long tables, low, long tables, and they reclined like this, you know, so like with their feet facing away. And just that really was interesting to me."
— Vanessa Myers [00:12:22 → 00:13:03]
Viral Topic Title: Lent Sacrifices and Their True Purpose
Quote: "It's not just giving up and, oh, I'm gonna give up this food because I wanna lose weight, you know, or whatever. Like, it's really taking that sacrifice and focusing it on the Word and reading the Word, you know? So that's what I tell kids. It's not just giving up something for fun."
— Vanessa Myers [00:18:05 → 00:18:20]
Title: The Most Important Decision
One of my favorite parts about the book at the end is really helping them to understand what it means to make the greatest decision of their life, and that's to follow Jesus, and what that looks like, and why it's important, and how to live that out.
— Vanessa Myers [00:19:40 → 00:20:00]
Viral Topic – Nostalgic Easter Traditions: "We would walk to church every Sunday, Easter Sunday morning. And we would come home and we'd have our big Easter meal, which consisted of pot roast and potatoes and carrots. And everybody had their own seat. Cousins, aunts, uncles, we all were there. I just remember those, the egg hunts that we had at the church."
— Vanessa Myers [00:21:59 → 00:22:16]
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What if God could use creativity in your family to spark faith, purpose, and discipleship in your everyday life?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with legendary animator, writer, and pastor Butch Hartman—creator of The Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom, and most recently, The Garden Cartoon. Hear how Butch’s journey from a chaotic childhood to Hollywood success and Christian parenting led him to inspire families through cartoons.
Resources:
- Show: gardencartoon.com
- Website: butchhartmanstudies.com
- Instagram: @butchhartman
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Kids’ Cartoons and Faith: "And the Garden Cartoon teaches kids all about the Bible and Jesus Christ. And it's like, I looked at the Christian marketplace and I realized that there's some cool cartoons out there, but there's not enough."
— Butch Hartman [00:04:15 → 00:04:24]
Nostalgic TV Moments: "So if I used to love the Charlie Brown Christmas special and things like that, but if they only showed it once a year, you had to be right in front of that TV when it came on and you couldn't see it anyway."
— Butch Hartman [00:06:32 → 00:06:41]
Imposter Syndrome in the Animation Industry
"I got to the animation world and everybody is incredible. Like, my gosh, I could never, how do these people do this? So I, I either had two choices. I could run away or I could stay."
— Butch Hartman [00:08:40 → 00:08:50]
Viral Topic: The True Meaning Behind "Apple of My Eye": "What it means is you're so close to someone, you could see your own reflection in their eye."
— Butch Hartman [00:10:05 → 00:10:11]
Viral Origins of Fairly OddParents: "If I could just create my own show, I would have a job, right? So I came up with a show about a little boy, uh, who had two fairy godparents, and I sold it to Nickelodeon as one cartoon, one episode."
— Butch Hartman [00:15:13 → 00:15:24]
Hidden Christian Themes in Danny Phantom: "I love this show because there's a huge Christian theme running through it. You'll never see it when you watch the show unless you know what to look for. Danny's the light coming into the darkness and he's fighting all these, you know, A lot of Christians will miss out on fun stories sometimes. Oh, you can't watch that, they'll turn it off. Sometimes there might be a message in there you might want to see."
— Butch Hartman [00:15:39 → 00:15:57]
The Power of Christian Cartoons for Kids: "Had I had a Christian cartoon to watch at that time, I might have thought differently. I might have learned differently. I might have understood things differently and not let so many things scare me or upset me."
— Butch Hartman [00:19:03 → 00:19:13]
Viral Topic: The Power of Practice in Artistic Growth
"And by the way, All your drawings aren't going to be great, but as you get, as you practice, they're going to get better and they're going to, and they're, you're going to see improvement, but you got to practice."
— Butch Hartman [00:20:27 → 00:20:37]
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Could simple faith rhythms at home radically transform the way your family grows spiritually this year?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Adam Griffin—pastor, author, and host of the Family Discipleship Podcast—to explore the power of Christian parenting and raising Christian kids through intentional family time and everyday discipleship. Together, they unpack practical tips for making faith a natural part of family life, why starting simple matters, and how spiritual growth shapes your family's purpose and inspiration—even in busy seasons.
Resources:
- www.familydiscipleship.com
- @familydiscipleshippodcast
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Unexpected Callings in Life: "about eight years, nine years ago, the Lord laid it on our hearts to plant a church, but none of that was planned."
— Adam Griffin [00:07:07 → 00:07:12]
Podcast Beginnings and Leadership Transitions: "Matt Chandler had started that podcast and then he stepped away and I took over with a co host, also named Adam, who's still doing it today."
— Adam Griffin [00:08:41 → 00:08:49]
Filling the Gap in Family Spiritual Leadership Podcasts: "But what we saw, there's a ton of family podcasts, there's a ton of parenting podcasts, but there wasn't one that we really admired that was like, hey, this one focuses on how to lead your family spiritually."
— Adam Griffin [00:09:20 → 00:09:31]
Rethinking Discipleship
"If you combine both of those, that's closer to the definition we would use is saying, for our kids who do not follow Jesus, and for our kids who do, how are we pursuing a life of following Christ? That's much more than just familiarity with the Bible characters and Bible stories. It's more like, how does my faith apply? How do I see the world through a biblical worldview lens, and how do we form that?"
— Adam Griffin [00:10:55 → 00:11:19]
Family Discipleship Without Shame: "I want this to feel like I'm inviting you to a party that you've wanted to go to."
— Adam Griffin [00:16:28 → 00:16:31]
Viral Topic: Embracing the Invitation to Lead
"I pray that as families hear an invitation to lead their homes, they go, oh, I've always wanted to do that."
— Adam Griffin [00:17:07 → 00:17:13]
Viral Topic: Unbreakable Family Traditions
Quote: "One of the great things about my dad is he told us always that we don't wake up on Sunday morning and decide if we're going to church. That decision was made a long time ago."
— Adam Griffin [00:18:21 → 00:18:29]
Viral Topic: The Discipleship Drop-Off in Middle School
"If there's any season of life where it is critical that we are helping our family not just be familiar with Bible stories and Bible characters, but know how their faith applies to decision making, isn't it middle school and high school?"
— Adam Griffin [00:20:12 → 00:20:24]
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What if your family’s favorite Christmas traditions are powerful tools for discipleship and faith at home?
In this festive episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Justin Herman—online pastor at Mariners Church, father of four, and creator of the “Carpooling with Jesus” podcast. Listen in as they swap jokes, share inspiration for Christian parenting, and dive into practical ideas for raising Christian kids, making family time meaningful, and nurturing spiritual growth through everyday life and holiday fun.
Resources:
- Carpooling with Jesus: @carpoolingwithjesus
- Home Alone a Christian Movie Theory: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mpkVVrecsNE
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
- Christen’s Amazon Recommendation List
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Breaking the Routine: "Dad coming to school was not part of the routine."
— Justin Herman [00:07:51 → 00:07:53]
Viral Topic - Turning Complaints into Creation: "And she's like, well, why don't you start your own? And I thought about it for, like, three months, and I put a lot of work into it. And we launched last January, Carpooling with Jesus, which is a daily, short devotional podcast for kids."
— Justin Herman [00:08:28 → 00:08:43]
Viral Topic: What Would Jesus Say at Your Breakfast Table?
Quote: "if Jesus were sitting with you at the breakfast table or riding with you on the way to school, like, what would he say? Like, what would be that thing he would give you to help you start your day?"
— Justin Herman [00:08:52 → 00:09:00]
Viral Topic: Faith-Based Parenting Communities: "It embeds some automatic community of like minded parents who want the best for their kids, knowing that the best for their kids is Jesus."
— Justin Herman [00:12:00 → 00:12:07]
Viral Podcast Giveaway: "If they message me on Instagram and say, hey, you know, I started listening because of Collide, I will mail them some limited edition Carpooling with Jesus stickers for their kids."
— Justin Herman [00:12:50 → 00:13:01]
Viral Holiday Tradition: "When you drive around and see Christmas lights, I think that's a really easy, cheap thing to do, right? Like, it costs no money at all, right? Getting the. Get in the car, bring some snacks, drive around neighborhoods, see Christmas lights, the whole thing."
— Justin Herman [00:17:24 → 00:17:34]
The Real Family Tradition: "So it might not be the same thing we do every year, but every year we do it as a family."
— Justin Herman [00:18:20 → 00:18:25]
How Growing Up Among Bills Fans Shaped My Faith: That one thing shaped more of my thinking around people and around, you know, now as an adult, around ministry that planted seeds that grew into big, beautiful trees of faith, trees of ministry, trees of care for others.
— Justin Herman [00:21:09 → 00:21:25]
The Importance of Parental Guidance: You want more on the ledger of things that your kids experience for the first time to be with you than to be with anyone else.
— Justin Herman [00:23:04 → 00:23:12]
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What if practicing just one tiny habit together could spark powerful spiritual growth in your family all year long?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Christie Thomas, veteran children’s ministry leader, author, and fellow mom, to talk about raising Christian kids, faith at home, and making discipleship doable... even during the busiest seasons! Hear practical inspiration for building faith-filled family time, why you don’t need to be a spiritual “expert,” and fresh ideas for simple but meaningful spiritual habits during Christmas and all year.
Resources:
- Christie’s Website: littleshootsdeeproots.com
- Book Amazon List: amazon.com/shop/christenclark/list/1RLTNBPSOOZY5
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Finding Your Calling: "But when it kind of became official as something that I actually got paid for, when was during my term as a children's ministry director, I did that for most of 12 years. Had a few babies in there, but Most of the 12 years I was doing that. And in that time I started writing things for families to take home and I ended up publishing those take home pages as a book."
— Christie Thomas [00:05:32 → 00:05:55]
Changing Career Dreams: "But yeah, it is very cool that God did take what I loved when I was a child and kind of, I stopped writing probably for 15, 20 years, like creatively and. But then he brought it back into my life."
— Christie Thomas [00:07:49 → 00:07:59]
Letting Go of Parenting Pressure: "I started talking to other families and realized, you know what? This looks different in every family. So even though books are, you know, the, the big names of the day, it doesn't have to look like that."
— Christie Thomas [00:08:55 → 00:09:31]
The Power of Little Things in Discipleship: "I can't take my child's heart of stone and turn it into a heart of flesh, or only God can do that. So I started realizing, well, what can I do? Well, I can do these little things."
— Christie Thomas [00:09:31 → 00:10:07]
Going Beyond Sunday School: "And his teacher, who'd been teaching there for like 20 years, during parent teacher interviews, she says, he knows a lot about the Bible. And I thought, okay, doesn't everybody? Like, we're all Christian school kids here. But he stood out for that."
— Christie Thomas [00:10:29 → 00:10:42]
Viral Parenting Strategies: "I could take that to God and I could say, what's something small? That I could do something that takes like 30 seconds and he would give me ideas."
— Christie Thomas [00:11:41 → 00:11:50]
Parenting Hack for Faithful Families: "the purpose of it is to be an interactive play based devotional...it's also designed for you to sit on one Bible story for a whole week because I originally wrote it to go along with my Sunday school lessons so that families would take this home, they'd have five days of really simple things to do at home that they would actually remember to do because it was simple and short and, and consistent."
— Christie Thomas [00:22:37 → 00:22:56]
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Can worship shape your family’s purpose and inspire lifelong faith for your kids?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark welcomes David Ray—pastor, worship leader, and co-founder of Doorpost Kids Worship—for an encouraging and funny conversation about raising Christian kids, building faith at home, and helping children discover the true meaning of worship. From middle school slang to practical ideas for family discipleship, David and Christen dive into simple ways families can nurture spiritual growth, serve together, and prioritize faith in everyday family life.
Resources:
- David’s Website: doorpostsongs.com
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
- Email christen@collidekidspodcast.com for the resource page "100 Ways for Kids to Serve"
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Why Early Childhood Shapes Our Worldview
"The reason that it's so important for kids is because increasingly we are finding just how much of the way we view the world is formed during our childhood. You know, Barna is telling us that, you know, the way we view the world sort of morally is basically formed by about age 9, and we're kind of locked into a worldview by about age 13."
— David Ray [00:08:49 → 00:09:11]
"Why Worship Is Like Riding a Roller Coaster"
Quote: "A roller coaster almost demands that kind of response from us. And that's like a little picture of what it means to worship God because of who he is, because he's so worthy, he's so deserving of praise. He demands a response from us."
— David Ray [00:10:11 → 00:10:28]
Habits That Shape Kids' Faith for Life
"Lifeway Research did a study recently about what are those activities that kids can engage in, those behaviors that they can learn that are going to result in spiritual health in adulthood."
— David Ray [00:14:49 → 00:15:01]
Empowering Kids to Serve in Church
Quote: "I really just have a heart for churches to expand their vision for finding places for kids to serve in the church."
— David Ray [00:17:33 → 00:17:41]
Is Church Attendance Enough for Spiritual Growth?
"Mere attendance is sort of in a spiritually neutral category when it comes to our children's future, according to this Lifeway study."
— David Ray [00:21:20 → 00:21:30]
The Ultimate Hope for Our Children
Quote: "the thing we really want most for our kids is that they would grow up to follow Jesus and have a relationship with Jesus and be invested in what he calls us to as believers. And so if we want to do that, we got to develop that when we're kids."
— David Ray [00:23:35 → 00:23:51]
Parents and the Power of Early Worship
"One of the things I'm so grateful for is the example that my parents set for me and that they, that they put me in positions to start learning what it means to worship."
— David Ray [00:28:28 → 00:28:37]
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How can compassion and faith shape your child’s courage and kindness especially in the face of bullying?
In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Dr. Heather Thompson Day, bestselling author and communication expert, to discuss her new book "Can I Sit Here?" and covers Christian parenting and navigating tough topics like bullying and lonliness from a faith-filled perspective. Get ready for an authentic conversation about family life, the power of compassionate communication, and practical ways to build spiritual growth and purposeful faith at home, even during life’s hardest moments. Just in time for the holidays!
Resources:
- Heather's Resources: heatherthompsonday.com
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Bullying and Empathy in Children's Books: "And it's called can I sit Here? And it is literally a true story of her experience going up to a group of kids in the cafeteria with her little lunch tray as a new student and asking, can I sit here? And they all looked at her and got up and left."
— Heather Thompson Day [00:06:25 → 00:06:38]
The Power of Compassionate Communication: "How do I allow my heart to remain soft despite a situation that is very, very hard?"
— Heather Thompson Day [00:08:25 → 00:08:32]
Facing Rejection After Bravery: “Kids were saying her body was made wrong. Kids just making fun of her. Tons of stories of exclusion.”
— Heather Thompson Day [00:09:51 → 00:09:58]
Viral Parenting Insight: "If you yourself, as an adult, with all of your communication strategies and resources, would not stay in a situation in which you are being repeatedly targeted, harassed or bullied. Do not ask an 8 year old child to stay in a situation with very little resources, right? Very little help, very little safety or security to just keep going back."
— Heather Thompson Day [00:10:07 → 00:10:30]
Viral Parenting Insight: "Your brain is never going to tell you what went right. Your brain is wired in the negative. It's only going to tell you what goes wrong."
— Heather Thompson Day [00:13:38 → 00:13:47]
The Power of Documentation in School Issues: "documentation is your best friend. And all that means is write down the date and try as hard as you can to have a few sentences as to what happened and just keep a little journal documenting... so that the school administration can see, oh, my goodness, this is a kid who has been trying to get help, and nobody's listening to them"
— Heather Thompson Day [00:14:47 → 00:15:20]
Viral Topic: Technology and Social Struggles Among Kids
"It seems like even my young kids are struggling socially in way, I think because of technology, we're struggling to make connections that human beings are actually wired to experience."
— Heather Thompson Day [00:20:40 → 00:20:52]
Building Connections by Trying New Things: "You have to be willing to step into other people's world. And so looking for shared experiences."
— Heather Thompson Day [00:21:39 → 00:21:43]
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Can one simple act of generosity change a child’s life and spark faith and purpose for an entire family?
In this inspiring episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Izabella McMillon to share her incredible true story of growing up in communist Romania, finding faith in secret, and receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox that transformed her life forever. Together, they explore the power of Christian parenting, raising Christian kids, and how participating in Operation Christmas Child can be a means of discipleship for your family.
- [00:05:04] Izabella shares what life was like under communism in Romania
- [00:09:17] The miraculous moment Izabella discovers a hidden Bible in her home
- [00:13:00] How an underground church impacted Izabella’s faith
- [00:25:13] Practical tips for families on packing shoeboxes
Resources:
- samaritanspurse.org/occ
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
For more stories of Operation Christmas Child, listen to episodes #187, #145, #105, and #52.
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Life Under Rationing: "And one of my most vivid and fun memories from my childhood is running on the streets and getting in line and standing in line to get something at the grocery store. I know that might sound really strange to a lot of our listeners, but standing in lines, for us, that meant that we would get something we didn't have."
— Izabella Mcmillon [00:05:57 → 00:06:15]
Growing Up Under Communism: "So what communism tried to do is to make sure we didn't stand out as individuals."
— Izabella Mcmillon [00:08:13 → 00:08:18]
The Unexpected Power of Reading Scripture Without Understanding
Quote: "We kept reading these stories because I believe that when we read God's word, even when we don't fully understand it, he starts working in us."
— Izabella Mcmillon [00:12:51 → 00:12:59]
Faith Under Threat
"And even when someone like my brother and I came as newcomers, he didn't know if we were innocent newcomers or we were spies who were built in by the government. So he had to be very careful to protect all the children who were there."
— Izabella Mcmillon [00:15:14 → 00:15:28]
Childhood Memories Without Electricity: "So the only way that mom and dad would let us go outside to play is if it snowed outside because then it wasn't pitch dark and there was something for us to do."
— Izabella Mcmillon [00:18:00 → 00:18:10]
How to Participate in National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child
Quote: "From now on until the 24th of November, we are in National Collection Week. So if you even go on the website samaritanspurse.org occ you just type in your zip code and you can find the closest drop of location to you and you can drop off your shoeboxes."
— Izabella Mcmillon [00:35:55 → 00:36:11]
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What if a simple family tradition could transform holiday excitement into lifelong purpose and faith?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark welcomes Tim Penner and Jo Rivard, the creative minds behind Tiny Truths, for a conversation filled with laughs, inspiration and practical ideas for raising Christian kids. Discover fresh ways to make Advent meaningful, nurture spiritual growth during family time, and help your family shine their light not just in December but all year long.
Resources:
- Tiny Truths website: https://tinytruthsbible.com/
- CTA Kids: https://www.ctainc.com/collections/tiny-truths
- Podcasting with Purpose Webinar Nov. 18: https://subscribepage.io/nGKK4E
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
Special thanks to Minno** for sponsoring this episode! Visit gominno.com to learn more about this amazing streaming service.
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The Power of Creative Partnerships: "I've never had a creative partnership like this that just seems to work so well. There's so much joy in it and there's so much fun in it, but also we're doing this meaningful work."
— Tim and Jo - Tiny Truths [00:08:27 → 00:09:05]
Adapting to Change in Animation: "I studied classically hand drawn animation, right as everything was going digital... I was fortunate enough to find a studio that liked my drawings and liked my ideas enough to say, we'll teach you how to do this on a computer... So it was an incredible."
— Tim and Jo - Tiny Truths [00:09:57 → 00:10:35]
Joining Forces for Animated Kids Books: "I had always wanted to make kids books. And it just seemed like we had the perfect combination of skills to come together and make little funny, silly animated kids books with little simple animations and funny sound effects."
— Tim and Jo - Tiny Truths [00:11:28 → 00:11:48]
Viral Parenting Inspiration: "I think it's an opportunity for parents and kids to start to discover all of the ways there are to really live out the way we're meant to Live and to reflect God's love in the world the way we're meant to."
— Tim and Jo - Tiny Truths [00:14:07 → 00:14:18]
Viral Family Holiday Traditions: "We sort of try to have a good mix of all the ways in which we think that you can shine your light in the world and share God's love with your neighbors, with each other, in your Family. There are intentional days of rest put in as well, which we think is very important."
— Tim and Jo - Tiny Truths [00:16:37 → 00:16:50]
Viral Topic: The Beauty of Advent's Pause
"It's a chance to slow down, to remind ourselves of what's important in the season, to remember the Christmas story and to remember what our role is in it."
— Tim and Jo - Tiny Truths [00:18:56 → 00:19:08]
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Can embracing weakness actually make your family stronger in faith and purpose?
This week on the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Joel Conwell Arcieri, a tech professional and children’s author, for a deeply encouraging chat about spiritual growth, vulnerability, and family life. Joel opens up about his journey from pastor’s kid to author, how his own challenges with anxiety inspired his new book for kids, and practical ways Christian parenting can nurture emotional intelligence, faith at home, and true discipleship.
- [00:10:30] Joel shares the childhood experience behind his book
- [00:13:36] Why weakness and failure are vital for spiritual growth
- [00:21:47] How reading children’s books as a family can inspire honest faith conversations and strengthen purpose in raising Christian kids.
Resources:
- Website: jconwell.org
- Amazon: The Boy in the Tree
- Podcasting with Purpose Workshop - Online Nov. 18
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
Special Thanks to MINNO for sponsoring this episode!
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Vulnerability and Emotional Intelligence: "When Weak Is okay is just such a beautiful story about vulnerability and emotional intelligence."
— Joel Conwell Arcieri [00:02:33 → 00:02:40]
Parenting & Mental Health
"When we're open and honest about the things that we are struggling with or things that we're having a hard time with, or maybe we have some anxiety and just having an open conversation with our kids about that to the level that they can understand, I think that's helpful for them to process what they're going through, because they might think, mom and dad don't understand this because I'm going through something in my mind."
— Joel Conwell Arcieri [00:20:58 → 00:21:19]
The Power of Weakness
"When we stop fighting our weaknesses and let God work through them, that's when his power really shows. That's when others can see it too, and be encouraged by how he works in our story and works through our lives."
— Joel Conwell Arcieri [00:33:55 → 00:34:08]
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What if the time your family spends together watching shows or reading books could spark spiritual growth and lifelong faith?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Jess Wolstenholm,VP of Education and Research at Minno Kids, a leading Christian streaming and publishing platform for families. Together, they dive into Christian Parenting, raising kids who abide in Christ, practical discipleship ideas for family life, and how to fill your home with inspiration and purpose through age-appropriate faith-filled media. Plus, Jess reveals some exciting new projects coming to Minno that will encourage family time and make Faith at home fun and meaningful.
Resources:
- Website: www.gominno.com
- Youtube: @minnokids
- "Podcasting with Purpose" Webinar Nov. 18, Follow on social media for more infrmation: see @christenclark
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Making Faith Matter in Children's Media: "We just really want to help kids and families experience Jesus together through the media that they consume. Because we know kids are consuming lots of media, and parents, you know, it's a struggle because you want it to matter. You want it to be good media."
— Jess Wolstenholm [00:05:31 → 00:05:44]
Why Are Families Staying Faithful?
"All these people are leaving the faith. Why aren't we? I mean, we experienced a lot of loss. We lost four babies and two moms, and both of our moms in the span of five years."
— Jess Wolstenholm [00:08:50 → 00:09:03]
Elevating Christian Kids Media
Quote: "We're so focused on making sure that kids have all of the same really excellent, educationally appropriate, age appropriate shows that you would see on a PBS Kids or a Sesame, but through a faith lens."
— Jess Wolstenholm [00:14:55 → 00:15:11]
Dual Language Kids' TV Shows
"We have a brand new show called Guillermo and Will and it is a dual language preschool show with two little puppet worms. Guillermo speaks Spanish and Will speaks English and they're the best friends... kids are going to learn in every episode three to four words in English and Spanish so they can understand both languages."
— Jess Wolstenholm [00:15:12 → 00:15:40]
Jesus’ Love for Children: "one of my favorite things about the show is just the really sweet, gentle interaction between Jesus and the children. And I really hope that's something that kids take away... To know, like, that is how Jesus feels about children."
— Jess Wolstenholm [00:20:51 → 00:21:10]
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What if every question your child asks could launch your family into a quest of deeper faith and purpose?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark chats with Rousseaux Brasseur—children’s author, YouTuber, and founder of the Quester Community—about how curiosity can turn into spiritual growth at home. Get inspired as they swap rapid-fire questions, share stories of surrender and faith, and offer fun, practical wisdom for helping your kids discover God’s big answers to life’s biggest questions during family time and beyond.
Resources:
- Youtube: The Quester
- Website: www.questercommunity.com
- Amazon: Rousseaux Brasseur
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Helping Kids Navigate Life’s Biggest Questions: "So we take kids on an adventure, a big quest to find God's big answers to all of life's biggest questions."
— Rousseaux Brasseur [00:04:33 → 00:04:39]
Viral Transformation: "I moved down to Mexico to live at an orphanage for a year and a half and just that's where I ended up meeting Jesus and really surrendering my heart and my life to him."
— Rousseaux Brasseur [00:06:04 → 00:06:12]
Surrendering Dreams to Faith: "And then surrendering it to the Lord and him saying, actually, no, I want you to do this, but do it for my glory. And so that's what I love to get to do now. Just point people to Him."
— Rousseaux Brasseur [00:06:46 → 00:06:54]
The Power of Curiosity in Childhood: "And there was a study done in Great Britain a few years ago that said, on average, children ask one question every two minutes and upwards of 300 questions a day."
— Rousseaux Brasseur [00:14:35 → 00:14:46]
Embracing Uncertainty in Learning: "I don't think our answer is to know the answers and have all the answers, but it is our job to be okay with there being big questions and to say, hey, we know who does have the answers to all these questions and the one who is the answer to all of the ultimate questions and we know where he's given us the best answers to our big questions in his word."
— Rousseaux Brasseur [00:17:47 → 00:18:06]
The Never-Ending Quest for Meaning: "I thought that finding the answers would bring my quest to an ending, but I find out now that it's just a brand new beginning."
— Rousseaux Brasseur [00:21:06 → 00:21:06]
From VBS Play to Published Author: "So in 2015, I started writing a play version of the Pilgrim's Progress for our VBS at church. And then that ended up that manuscript got picked up by a publisher, and they did an illustrated version of the Pilgrim's Progress. It's called Poetic Retelling of John Bunyan's Classic Tale is the subtitle."
— Rousseaux Brasseur [00:21:56 → 00:22:14]
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Can conflict really help your family grow closer and reflect God’s purpose in everyday life?
This week on the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Bill High, founder of Legacy Stone and expert in Christian parenting and family discipleship. Bill shares insightful wisdom on raising Christian kids, embracing conflict as an opportunity for spiritual growth, and creating a code of conduct that inspires faith and restoration within your family life. This episode is packed with practical strategies and inspiration for strengthening faith at home during family time
Resources:
- legacystone.com
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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The Purpose of Conflict
"When your family manages conflict well, then people will look at you and say, hmm, that's a reflection of the gospel, because conflict managed well brings about redemption and restoration. And that is the heartbeat of scripture. Redemption and restoration throughout the scripture."
— Bill High [00:09:00 → 00:09:21]
The Most Common Conflict Styles
"The most common conflict style is actually avoidance. So we want to sweep it under the rug and not talk about it. The second most common style oftentimes is eruption. You know, we just blow up and there's actually a really healthy middle in there."
— Bill High [00:10:00 → 00:10:15]
The Power of Mirroring in Communication: "if I mirror the conversation, if I actually can repeat back what you say to me, it's like 86% increase in comprehension because you know you're being heard and you actually are appreciating and feeling it."
— Bill High [00:11:49 → 00:12:03]
Redefining Legacy
"legacy is what you set in motion. And what that actually goes to is 2 Corinthians 5, 10 says that we will all stand before the judgment seat of Christ and be held accountable for our deeds in the body, whether good or bad. We're all going to stand there. That's what we're setting in motion that day in heaven, where every single one of us, moms, dads, kids, everything, we're going to stand there in heaven and we're going to get to see the fruits of what we invested in."
— Bill High [00:22:08 → 00:22:38]
The Power of Regular Family Meetings in Resolving Conflict: "when you're going to navigate family conflict, you want to have a regular family meeting. And on the family meeting agenda, have conflict on there. Is there anything we need to talk about? Is there anything maybe that didn't get resolved?"
— Bill High [00:24:25 → 00:24:39]
Parenting and Asking for Forgiveness: "So sometimes I've had to go to my own kids. I've got adult kids now. But you know, man, if I let my tone get out of the way, do I need to go back to them and ask for forgiveness too?"
— Bill High [00:25:54 → 00:26:06]
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How can ordinary family moments become powerful opportunities for Faith at home and raising Christian kids?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Brittany Nelson—mom, former children’s pastor, and the creative force behind Deeper KidMin. From her journey in kids ministry to practical tips for weaving Faith, Purpose, and Spiritual growth into everyday family life, Brittany brings thoughtful encouragement and hands-on inspiration for every family longing to disciple their kids beyond Sunday mornings.
- [00:04:21] Brittany's calling to children’s ministry and starting Deeper KidMin
- [00:10:19] Realistic ways families can make faith part of daily family time and routines
- [00:16:06] How kids themselves can grow in discipleship and participating in spiritual habits
- [00:18:38] The impact of play, togetherness, and building intentional family traditions for raising Christian kids
Resources:
- Crowd Control Training curriculum: Coupon Code: kidzmatter
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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When Life Changes Your Calling
"I really felt God saying, hey Brittany, I called you to be a teacher and it never said what kind. And I was like, are you sure, God? Like, are you sure? Because we had this other plan. And he was like, no, no, I called you to be a teacher. I never said what kind."
— Brittany Nelson [00:06:54 → 00:07:06]
Starting Your Own Thing: "He came up to me and he was like, brittany, I think you should start your own thing, and I want to help you do it."
— Brittany Nelson [00:08:36 → 00:08:40]
Empowering Creativity in Children's Ministry: "children's ministry leaders are some of the most creative people I know. And so I wanted it also to be a platform for them to be able to share and sell the resources that they've created for Their ministries, too."
— Brittany Nelson [00:09:11 → 00:09:22]
Faith Beyond Sundays: "But really, what does it look like to live out our faith kind of in the day to day and throughout the week, and not just letting our faith and our relationship with Jesus be something that happens on Sunday mornings when we're reading the Bible at church or when we're singing a worship song."
— Brittany Nelson [00:10:38 → 00:10:52]
Simple Family Habits: "For us, a little simple habit that we've started with our family is anytime we get in the car and we're pulling out of the driveway, we just say a quick prayer."
— Brittany Nelson [00:12:12 → 00:12:20]
Viral Topic: Building Faith Habits with Kids: "So, yeah, so start with what you're already doing. Like, look at what you're already doing and think about how you can add something simple to those moments."
— Brittany Nelson [00:12:45 → 00:12:51]
Viral Memory Hacks for Bible Verses: If you write the first letter of every word from a Bible verse, that's a really easy way to remember it.
— Brittany Nelson [00:17:11 → 00:17:16]
The Power of Family Fun in Faith
"There's a lot of research coming out now about how family warmth and, like, feelings of love and feeling loved are some of the biggest influencers of faith and faith formation at home."
— Brittany Nelson [00:18:38 → 00:19:18]
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Can faith, creativity, and extreme sports collide to help your family discover true purpose and character?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark chats with renowned action sports artist Lynne Ruttkay, whose career designing for top skateboard and surf brands shaped both her artistry and her journey of raising a Christian kid in Southern California’s action sports culture. Hear how Lynne’s faith was deepened by a unique community, why character matters in family life, and how her imaginative audio-fiction podcast, "Shred: The Legend of Kid Z," inspires spiritual growth, discipleship, and intentional Christian parenting through adventure.
- [00:03:05] Lynn’s unexpected path from single mom to action sports artist
- [00:09:29] Using art, design, and family life as a platform for discipleship and faith at home
- [00:11:39] The creative heart and faith behind The Shred Games Podcast
Resources:
- Lynne's Podcast sites: shredgames.com, @shredgamespodcast
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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What is an Audio Fiction Podcast?: "And a lot of people don't know what is an audio fiction podcast. And now I've kind of come up with this. Makes it simple."
— Lynne [00:03:41 → 00:03:49]
Inside the Action Sports Industry: "A lot of times I'd have to do R and D research and development and you go into the local shops and you see what's kind of trending with the youth so that you can design artwork for surf and skate and snowboard companies."
—Lynne [00:04:27 → 00:04:40]
Staying Ahead of Industry Trends
"I was kind of knowing what was cool before the industry had. Would shift toward it, which, that was pretty neat."
— Lynne [00:10:10 → 00:10:48]
Finding Self-Worth Beyond Physical Limitations: "The controlling idea is what gives you your worth, because that's what all of us, every single person alive, that's the thing you're searching for. What is it that gives me value?"
— Lynne [00:15:07 → 00:15:21]
Hollywood and Faith: "The lead character in real life is a pastor, but none of us ever knew that, you know, so they don't. They leave out."
— Ashley Bohinc [00:17:04 → 00:17:13]
Creating Magic for Others: "It was just fun to make things magical, you know, for another person to be having that uplift of joy, you know?"
— Lynne Ruttkay [00:20:13 → 00:20:22]
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What if understanding your story and God’s purpose for it could change your family’s perspective on faith, adoption, and belonging?
In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark is joined by Emmanuel Jean Russell: first-time author, adoptee from Haiti, and son of bestselling author Karen Kingsbury. Emmanuel opens up about his “shadow memories” of childhood in Haiti, the incredible faith journey of his adoption, and how every child, adopted or not, can discover purpose and position through Christ. They explore international adoption, supporting adoptive families, and how discipleship and family time shape kids to know God’s love in tangible ways.
- [00:05:49] Emmanuel’s early memories in Haiti, and his grandmother
- [00:09:27] The meaning behind Emmanuel’s name (“God with us”)
- [00:13:30] Adjusting to family life in a new country
- [00:14:13] Writing his new children's book: “Hello, My Name Is Emmanuel”
Resources:
- https://www.emmanueljeanrussell.com/
- https://www.tyndale.com/p/hello-my-name-is-emmanuel
- https://www.karenkingsbury.com/onechancefoundation
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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The Nature of Faded Childhood Memories: "I call my memories in Haiti shadow memories, because I can't fully remember them. But like, if you're like on a beach, you can see the shadow and you know, like, kind of maybe if the person's tall or like if it's a female or male, but you can't see the details. And so my memories in here are like shadows."
— Emmanuel Jean Russell [00:05:56 → 00:06:12]
Dreams That Shape Destinies: "And so for that dream to come true, she gave me up to an orphanage."
— Emmanuel Jean Russell [00:06:57 → 00:07:01]
Honoring Family Through Storytelling: "Well, there are a lot of reasons, but one of the main was, like, as I said, I don't remember what happened to my grandma, but I believe by telling her story and giving her an image, because I don't actually even remember what she looked like, but by giving her an image in this picture book, that it would help the memories become more clear."
— Emmanuel Jean Russell [00:08:54 → 00:09:12]
Finding Purpose Beyond Circumstances: "So by having my story, that it can help kids and adults know that there is purpose and you can find it through him who is Jesus."
— Emmanuel Jean Russell [00:10:59 → 00:11:08]
Helping Orphanages Without Adopting: "But you can always give to those companies that are helping people get the chance to adopt."
— Emmanuel Jean Russell [00:16:04 → 00:16:10]
The Beauty and Caution in Adoption: "But I believe there's beauty in everything. And so if you are willing, if you're looking into it, ask other families who have done it, do research, because you do have to be careful on sometimes where you adopt to."
— Emmanuel Jean Russell [00:16:36 → 00:16:49]
Childhood Mischief Gone Wrong: "And by the time it was 20, we realized we were all getting stung. And so we had to run back to our yard, back to our house."
— Emmanuel Jean Russell [00:19:55 → 00:20:03]
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What if the next generation’s favorite toys could help ignite faith and purpose at home?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark welcomes Howard Quiggly Chang, original designer for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toys and creator of Ancientz—a new collectible toy line based on biblical heroes. Howard shares his story of rediscovering faith, using creativity for inspiration in Christian parenting and discipleship, and how meaningful toys can point kids and families toward spiritual growth.
- [00:02:49] Howard’s journey from young artist to Ninja Turtle toy designer
- [00:09:07] A personal awakening: giving struggles to God and finding new purpose
- [00:12:41] How Ancientz blends faith, imagination, and biblical stories for family time
- [00:18:47] Building faith at home: the importance of faith-filled heroes in raising Christian kids
Resources:
- Kickstarter page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ancientz/ancientz
- Website: www.ancientz.com
- IG: @ancientz_official
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Viral Topic: Creative Ninja Turtle Mashups
"I would come out with the Navy Seal Turtle. I would revisit some of the characters that they had and match them up into something fun and creative. And I would come up with all these fun, creative mashups of the Turtles with something else."
— Howard Quiggly Chang [00:08:04 → 00:08:17]
Finding Faith in Hard Times: "And when I gave my problems, literally to God, I encountered him for the first time. And I learned how to pray. I learned how to depend on something more than myself."
— Howard Quiggly Chang [00:09:27 → 00:09:39]
Making Bible Stories Accessible to All: "You don't have to be a believer, you don't have to come from faith household. But just love the characters. They look cool, the story's good, but they all have a story that come from the Bible."
— Howard Quiggly Chang [00:21:22 → 00:21:34]
Breaking Religious Stereotypes in Pop Culture: "But I really feel these characters, the stories that could be made, is strong enough that it could get into pop culture. People might love it as much as they like. The Ninja Turtles, the X Men."
— Howard Quiggly Chang [00:22:54 → 00:23:08]
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What if the secret to raising strong Christian kids is dependent on their relationship with their grandparents?
On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark talks with Josh Mulvihill about how grandparents play a vital role in Christian parenting, family life, and spiritual growth. They discuss discipleship at home, the lasting influence of intentional grandparents, and practical ways families can nurture faith across generations—even when grandparents aren’t nearby.
Website:
- renewanation.org
- gospelshapedfamily.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
- collidekidspodcast.com
Thanks to Jay Lee from provisionpods.com for editing this episode!
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Viral Topic - Lessons from the Farm: Now living on a farm and having to care for animals, it brings a greater appreciation for all that imagery in scripture and what it means to truly be a good shepherd and to, to care for, to defend.
— Josh Mulvihill [00:05:21 → 00:05:36]
The Vital Role of Grandparents in Faith: "Well, two things. One is the Bible and two is research. So the Bible has a lot to say about grandparents and their role and it's kind of God' that grandparents have a purpose, an important role to play in our coming to know and love Jesus."
— Josh Mulvihill [00:07:45 → 00:08:02]
The Surprising Power of Grandparents: "Grandparents are the one of the very few people that are, are present in a person's life from the little years all the way up through the adulthood years."
— Josh Mulvihill [00:09:52 → 00:10:03]
The Untapped Power of Christian Grandparents: "But if you think there's like 30 million Christian grandparents in America, that is like mind blowing that number. And if you think about what if even just a percentage of those individuals captured a vision for God's design for grandparenting man, the impact could be huge."
— Josh Mulvihill [00:10:24 → 00:10:46]
Viral Topic: The Irreplaceable Role of Grandparents
"You can, you can supplement some, but it never is a full replacement."
— Josh Mulvihill [00:14:03 → 00:14:07]
The Power of Adoptive Grandparents: "if you don't have a grandparent that is alive or is active in your life, the, the body of Christ is, could potentially be that and, and supply some of what's not there. You know, the adoptive grandparent kind of thing."
— Josh Mulvihill [00:15:08 → 00:15:23]
Viral Topic: Honoring Grandparents in Faith Communities: So just hearing thank you and we honor you, we celebrate you, you matter, whether that's from you or your church is, that's a huge blessing.
— Josh Mulvihill [00:16:52 → 00:17:01]
Generational Faith: "That's a hundred year discipleship vision for a family to perpetuate faith from one generation to the next."
— Josh Mulvihill [00:20:41 → 00:20:48]
Viral Topic: The Role of Grandparents in Christian Families: "I think it's honoring to the Lord to open the gate or the gatekeepers of our kids and allow grandparents to have a role."
— Josh Mulvihill [00:21:11 → 00:22:11]
Viral Topic: Redefining the Grandparent Role in Family Ministry: "For a long time, family was, you know, we think of, we kind of think of family as parents and children. And that's an incomplete picture of the family according to the Bible. The Bible defines family as extended family, intergenerational in its nature."
— Josh Mulvihill [00:25:01 → 00:25:20]
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What if revival could begin in your living room through simple moments of faith with your kids?
In this kickoff episode for the new season of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Mutheu Esilaba, family ministry director and lifelong disciple-maker from Nairobi, Kenya. Together, they dive into practical ways Christian parenting can ignite purpose, spiritual growth, and inspiration in family life—revealing how even the busiest families can make time to raise kids rooted in faith at home and spark a hunger for God across generations.
- [00:02:49] Mutheu’s journey: From Nairobi, Kenya to family ministry in Michigan
- [00:13:18] What “revival” means for Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and Christian families today
- [00:20:28] Practical steps for discipleship and spiritual growth in the home
- [00:27:41] Real stories of transformation—kids, parents, and revival at church
Resources:
- Website: collidekidspodcast.com, upeoshop.com
- Instagram: @collidekidspod
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Cultural Perspectives on Poverty: "And we went to this like soup kitchen and all the Westerners are like, this is so sad. And we're like, this is great food. What's the problem? So it was just so interesting."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:08:16 → 00:08:27]
Viral Topic: Kids Want a Bigger God
"And began to watch kids and students desire a bigger God than we were offering and need a bigger God than we were offering because they were going through heavy things. And this cute little plastic one that fits in your pocket wasn’t big enough."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:15:06 → 00:15:19]
Gen Z's Spiritual Hunger: "she's an expression of this, like, hungry, running to Jesus. I just want to give him my whole life."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:17:07 → 00:17:13]
Viral Topic: The Power of a Simple Invitation
Quote: "there's all these things we try to do to get kids to read the Bible. She's not even come to our student programming at this point."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:18:00 → 00:18:05]
Viral Baptism Moment: "And this little boy came up and he was 10 years old and there were so Many baptisms that I had to go back there and help the community life team. So I'm looking at this kid, big eyes, he has tears in his eyes. And he's like, I want to get baptized."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:24:28 → 00:24:40]
The Importance of Family Worship: "What we miss though is worshiping as a family."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:28:14 → 00:28:17]
Viral Prayer for Community Impact: "I pray that there would be kids, students, parents, leading people to Jesus, that we would just start praying specifically by name for people you bring into our lives who don't know you or who are hurting, hurting. And that we would watch you work and be on the front row seat of that Lord."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:34:07 → 00:34:07]
Viral Topic: How Faith Inspired My Social Enterprise Journey: "And then about a year and a half ago I just felt God saying it's time to dream again. So I just started dreaming and kind of followed Hansel and Gretel, Holy Spirit, Breadcrumb Journey and ended up starting an online store called Upeoshop."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:35:11 → 00:35:26]
Family Business with a Purpose: "My kids have been super involved, and I think, I love that the vision of if this does well, it builds up people and can, you know, so they catch the vision."
— Mutheu Esilaba [00:36:44 → 00:36:54]
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Welcome to a special season finale episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark is joined by Brian Dixon—author, podcaster, business coach, and co-founder of Hope*Writers—for an episode packed with encouragement, practical tips, and a dose of hope just in time for summer.
Brian shares his journey from being a teacher to helping writers share their message through Hope Books. Learn why “hope” is at the heart of everything Brian does, both in his faith and in his work with authors.
Listen in for Brian’s step-by-step advice on how to build, not just write, a book—including planning, mapping, and sticking to a goal (with a deadline!). Discover why everyone, even kids, has a story worth sharing, and how tough moments in your life can be transformed into hope-filled messages for others. Plus, we get a sneak peek of Brian’s upcoming children’s book “Ruby May Writes a Book,” and practical ways families can make time for big dreams.
Thank you for tuning in all season! Be sure to check the show notes for links, discussion questions, and more resources. Wishing you an amazing summer—remember, God loves you so much!
Go to https://yourhopestorybook.com/to download a digital copy of Brian's book for aspiring writers!
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Viral Evangelism Strategies: "It's giving a reason for the hope that you have."
— Brian Dixon [00:06:51 → 00:06:53]
Viral Topic: Write the Book You Needed
"Generally what I recommend is you write your book for yourself two or three years ago."
— Brian Dixon [00:16:46 → 00:16:51]
Viral Topic - The Gift of Time: "But yet we look at our hours in the week, 168, and we say, lord, we don't have enough. No, he's given you everything you need, right? Everything you need to live a life of godliness, to live the vision and the mission that he's put you on this earth to do."
— Brian Dixon [00:19:46 → 00:20:01]
How to Structure a Bestselling Book Chapter: "Every chapter follows the same structure. So it might have a quote at the beginning, then a story, then some teaching points, then maybe some application questions, and then maybe a journal prompt. That's what's called the chapter outline."
— Brian Dixon [00:23:42 → 00:23:55]
Longing for Acceptance as a Kid: "For years I wanted Eddie to come to my house and play with my Lego. Like, that was like, the vision is like, one day Eddie will come to my house and I'll finally fit in and I'll finally be cool."
— Brian Dixon [00:28:52 → 00:29:01]
The Power of Belonging: "But what I realized in sharing that is that that is part of my hard story is not feeling like I belong. Right? And so I believe that God can use a story like that to encourage me to make sure nobody else ever feels that way."
— Brian Dixon [00:30:11 → 00:30:26]
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Get ready for another fun and faith-filled episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark sits down with Aaron Collier, a husband, dad, Disney enthusiast, and manager at WinShape Camps. Aaron shares all about his journey from children’s pastor to camp leader, his love for shaping kids’ faith, and why summer camp is such a big deal for families.
Discover the amazing story behind WinShape Camps and how camps now reach over 100 cities and even stretch internationally! Aaron explains what makes camp so special, why partnering with local churches is key, and how camp experiences help kids find their gifts and deepen their faith even after summer ends.
You’ll laugh at Aaron’s “shaken, not stirred” Diet Coke memory, and learn how you can join camp, support local campers, or land an awesome summer job. Christen also wraps up with three great family discussion questions so you can keep learning and growing together.
So, whether you’re a camp veteran or totally new, tune in for camp stories, encouragement, and a whole lot of fun!
Go to camps.winshape.org to learn more about their overnight camp or a day camp experience in your area!
Know a college student looking for a summer job? check out workatwinshape.org !
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Making Life Decisions After College: "My wife and I wanted to settle down, have kids, and you can't really travel on the road and do that. Like, as a married couple, it's a little hard."
— Aaron Collier [00:05:18 → 00:05:26]
Dream Jobs and Unexpected Journeys: "And then just a few years ago, a role opened up for me to oversee church partners at WinShape Camps, and it's like a dream role."
— Aaron Collier [00:06:03 → 00:06:12]
Empowering Communities Worldwide: "They do what we call a catalyst model where they launch the city to be able to do it on their own eventually, which is just so such a cool equipping thing that we get to do."
— Aaron Collier [00:11:08 → 00:11:18]
How Summer Camp Changed My Life: "camp truly did change my life."
— Aaron Collier [00:13:46 → 00:13:48]
Finding Purpose Through Camp: "And I wouldn't be doing something for around fourteen years if I didn't fall in love with it."
— Aaron Collier [00:13:48 → 00:14:20]
Finding Your Calling: "You're so good with kids and, like Mhmm. Can't truly help me discover, like, what my calling was in life. And it was just so instrumental to me."
— Aaron Collier [00:14:36 → 00:14:45]
Viral Camp Experiences: "Coolest part of the week, though, for our Winshape Communities teams is, like, on Friday, we do what we call Friday Family Fun Day Mhmm. Where at lunchtime, we invite parents to what we call the closing party, and they get to come and see the recap of the entire week and get to dance with their kids as they're doing the theme song."
— Aaron Collier [00:17:47 → 00:18:04]
The Importance of Local Church Partnerships: "if we're not partnering with a local church, we're actually not doing a service for the local church and connecting them with their community."
— Aaron Collier [00:22:02 → 00:22:09]
Partnership with Local Churches: "We're not the church. And so we get to come within the local church and partner with them."
— Aaron Collier [00:22:34 → 00:22:39]
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Welcome to another fun and inspiring episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! This week, host Christen Clark is joined by Jared Greer, known for his appearances on "American Ninja Warrior" and as the founder of Overcoming Obstacles Ministries.
Jared shares his incredible journey from youth pastor to American Ninja Warrior competitor and explains how his passion for Jesus and overcoming challenges led him to create a traveling ninja obstacle course ministry. With honesty and humor, Jared tells behind-the-scenes stories of his TV appearances—including funny fails, tough training, and how God used every win and wipeout for His glory. He also offers practical advice on facing your fears, bouncing back after setbacks, and sharing your faith with friends.
Families will love hearing how Jared’s ministry has helped over 180,000 kids hear about the hope of Jesus, and how anyone can start practicing sharing the gospel right where they are. Plus, you’ll enjoy some ninja jokes and thoughtful discussion questions perfect for sparking conversation at home!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from provisionpods.com.
Check out obstacleministry.com to learn more about Jared, Overcoming Obstacles events, and Jared's amazing trick shots!
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Following Multiple Passions vs. Specialization: "You really need to kind of specialize in something to, like, become the best."
— Jared Greer [00:04:54 → 00:04:57]
Resilience After Failure: "What do you do when you fall? You get back up. And I just keep getting back up and saying, okay, God, how can you use my failures for your glory? How can you use success for your glory? Whatever happens, First Corinthians 10:31, whether you're eating or drinking or whatever you're doing, do it all for the glory of God."
— Jared Greer [00:10:56 → 00:11:09]
Understanding the Gospel Basics: "God is real, God loves us. Sin entered the world."
— Jared Greer [00:21:29 → 00:21:32]
Viral Topic: The Human Condition and Redemption: "God showed his love in this way that while we were sinners, Christ died for us."
— Jared Greer [00:21:58 → 00:22:03]
Viral Topic: "How to Receive the Good News According to Jesus": Jesus said that, you know, with two words is how he described to receive the good news, the gospel, to repent and believe.
— Jared Greer [00:22:06 → 00:22:55]
Viral Topic: Sharing Faith with Family
"just share out of the overflow of your relationship with Jesus seems to, to be what has worked best for me, you know, like just to, to you're reading the Bible and just talk about it, you read it with them."
— Jared Greer [00:23:33 → 00:23:43]
Viral Topic: The Greatest Leadership Tip
"Really? Just that your walk with Jesus is the most important thing. He's like, that's. That's the most important thing. Like, if we can keep that at the forefront of our lives, then, you know, there are other things we have to figure out, but, like, they'll fall into place."
— Jared Greer [00:25:58 → 00:26:11]
Viral Nostalgia: "I can smell it, you know, like, it was like such a tangible cool experience because I was like die hard baseball fan and so super special times with my dad and my whole family."
— Jared Greer [00:28:41 → 00:28:42]
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Welcome to a very special Mother’s Day episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark is joined by two incredible guests—Brooke McGlothlin, founder of Million Praying Moms and author of Praying for Teen Boys, and Stacey Thacker, writer, speaker, and author of Praying for Teen Girls. These two moms share candid stories and heartfelt wisdom about the power of prayer in parenting, reminding listeners that prayer isn’t a last resort—it’s the first and best thing we can do for our kids.
Brooke and Stacey talk about their new books geared specifically for parenting teen boys and girls, sharing why boys and girls need unique prayers and support. They open up about tough parenting moments, how God sometimes says “no” for a greater purpose, and why letting go and trusting God is the ultimate act of faith in motherhood.
Don’t miss this encouraging and hope-filled episode—perfect for moms, dads, and anyone wanting to leave a legacy of faith. Happy Mother’s Day!
LINKS:
www.millionprayingmoms.com
https://brookemcglothlin.net/
http://staceythacker.com/
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Viral Topic: The Hidden Value of Motherhood: "Those little faithful things you're doing right now with your little ones, if that's you... those little faithful steps of obedience that you're taking, God sees them and they matter. They truly matter."
— Stacey Thacker [00:18:11 → 00:18:17]
Title: The Power of Faithful Routine
Quote: "He does not despise the ministry of the small things. And step by step and day by day, as you show up in our faithful, with your family and doing the things God has called you to do, he will work that ministry out, because that's something that he is."
— Stacey Thacker [00:18:19 → 00:18:31]
Viral Topic: The Importance of Recognizing Gender Differences in Parenting
"We're actually making a statement that we think that there's differences and those differences matter. Especially when you're getting into the nitty gritty of praying for their hearts and their walks with God and their futures and their hurts and their hopes."
— Stacey Thacker [00:20:34 → 00:20:47]
When God Says No: "I do believe when God says no, it's a mercy and I don't always have the explanation."
— Stacey Thacker [00:33:08 → 00:33:12]
The Power of a Mother's Prayers: "Her faithfulness to pray has just, you know, I am the fruit of those prayers and what God has done in my life and through my life."
— Stacey Thacker [00:35:23 → 00:35:30]
Generational Impact of Prayer: "if we could just get moms praying that literally God could use it to change generations."
— Brooke McGlothlin [00:15:00 → 00:15:05]
Viral Topic: The Power of Prayer in Parenting: "But I think that our prayer lives is this unique way that God has given only to believers that we can literally partner with him for the hearts of our kids."
— Brooke McGlothlin [00:23:04 → 00:23:16]
Viral Topic: The Power of Prayer in Parenting: "stand up, because prayer is the long game."
— Brooke McGlothlin [00:30:34 → 00:30:38]
Power of Family Prayer: "And my grandmother and my mom and my aunt were all literally on their knees, face down on the floor in the bedroom, praying and crying out to the Lord for my grandfather."
— Brooke McGlothlin [00:38:12 → 00:38:25]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark welcomes Darren Goodrich, children’s pastor at LifePointe Church, longtime ministry leader, and dad of three, for super practical conversation all about prayer and how it can shape family life.
Darren shares his inspiring path to children’s ministry, the importance of finding your unique “life point,” and how God patiently led him from business success to faithfully serving families. Together, Christen and Darren discuss why prayer doesn’t have to be complicated or intimidating—even if you’re starting today! Darren introduces his simple “Pray WITH God” method using the acronym WITH (Wow, I’m Sorry, Thank You, Help), making prayer easy and memorable for both kids and parents. Darren encourages every family to simply “start where you are,” reminding us that there’s no wrong time to begin making faith part of daily life.
Special Thanks to our editor, Jay Lee from provisionpods.com
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Finding Clarity in a Life Calling: "God began to, he began to reestablish his calling on my life, not to just serve in the marketplace, but to pastor his people through the local church."
— Darren Goodrich [00:06:12 → 00:06:22]
Finding Purpose in Uncertainty: "And that while I was following the right calling, I still hadn't found the right fit."
— Darren Goodrich [00:07:10 → 00:07:15]
Viral Parenting Insights: "You just got to start where you are."
— Darren Goodrich [00:09:27 → 00:09:28]
Viral Friendship Goals: "Kids like having friends that close and love you so much that they would do that for you. That's awesome."
— Darren Goodrich [00:10:19 → 00:10:27]
Viral Topic: The Simplicity of Jesus' Instructions
"Jesus simply said, get up, take your mat, and go home. Three simple instructions. That was this man's next right step. That was where his new journey began."
— Darren Goodrich [00:10:49 → 00:11:01]
Viral Topic: Comparison and Calling
Quote: "We see this friend getting an award, or this family's taking a big vacation, or someone's getting a promotion, and we forget what God has called you to, what he's called me to. And he's called each of us to something special. We have to start where we are."
— Darren Goodrich [00:11:07 → 00:11:16]
The Power of Daily Prayer: "And so praying with God really kind of sets my tone for the day. I notice when I'm like, the way I respond or talk to my kids, I'm like, oh, that was. That was a little harsh. You know, I need to."
— Darren Goodrich [00:18:03 → 00:18:19]
Creating a Prayerful Home: "I wanted to equip parents to help help their children pray and help provide a method that they are going to be able to remember easily so that they could take this model and it can just be a rhythm in their home of just creating an atmosphere and an environment of prayer."
— Darren Goodrich [00:20:35 → 00:20:54]
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We’re celebrating a huge milestone on the Collide Kids Podcast—episode 200! Host Christen Clark throws a sparkly, joy-filled party with two of her favorite friends and ministry leaders, Christie Penner Worden and Kim Hudson. This episode is all about friendship, following God’s call beyond the church walls, and discovering how faith and fun intersect in all parts of life.
Christie and Kim share about their beautiful Christ-centered friendship and what to look for in good friends. They also talk abou their unique jobs at CTA (Christ To All), helping equip churches and families to disciple kids during the week—not just on Sundays. They give personal stories of how God led them into unexpected ministry roles and how being a “pastor” can look very different than a church stage. They encourage both kids and grown-ups that God uses a wide variety of gifts, passions, and vocations to build his kingdom.
Stick around for Christen’s signature Family Discussion Questions to keep the conversation going at home, and details on 2 exciting giveaways for families and kids ministry leaders in celebration of 200 episodes! (find out how to enter on social media @collidekidspod).
Special thanks to our amazing editor, Jay Lee, from provisionpods.com!
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Viral Topic: The Value of Non-Ministry Work for Jesus: "Well, then that discounts all the doctors and nurses and firefighters and plumbers and shop workers and butchers that also love Jesus and find ways to minister to others and be ministered to in their jobs."
— Christie Penner Worden [00:10:37 → 00:10:50]
Viral Topic: Pastoring Kids Beyond the Classroom: "How can we pastor you when I don't get to sit right in front of you? So it's been a different, season, but it's been an incredible season, and I love it."
— Kim Hudson [00:14:09 → 00:14:18]
Fashion Fails: "We did not look like reasonable people. We did not people you could wanna message or even ask what are you doing because the answer was going to be too weird."
— Christie Penner Worden [00:17:41 → 00:17:52]
Viral Hotel Lobby Drama: "I have never experienced a more dramatic lobby employee in my entire life with a Manila envelope, and he's got it."
— Christie Penner Worden [00:19:58 → 00:20:06]
The Power of Openness to New Connections: "What God showed me is sometimes he wants you to be in places where you don't know anybody so that he can bring new people into your lives and fill a hole that you didn't even know existed."
— Kim Hudson [00:23:34 → 00:23:44]
Viral Topic: The Importance of Trust in Friendships: "How do you pick friends? You pick friends who are gonna keep your trust, who are gonna keep you know, grown ups might say, keep your confidence."
— Kim Hudson [00:29:59 → 00:30:05]
Viral Topic: Sharing Joy in the Midst of Pain:
"having someone who will sit with you and hand you Kleenex with one hand and hand you confetti in the other hand, I think it's really special to be able to trust someone enough to know that they're not making light of your situation when they're trying to help you find joy."
— Christie Penner Worden [00:32:11 → 00:32:24]
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Welcome to this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark welcomes Korey Klein, director of SuperStart at Christ in Youth, who provides his insights into nurturing faith in Gen Alpha pre-teens.
Korey shares about the dynamic SuperStart events, where fourth through sixth graders experience energetic worship and gospel lessons. Highlighting Gen Alpha's digital-native upbringing and strong family influences, Korey stresses the essential role of parents and other family members in shaping faith, noting that 40% of Christian Gen Alpha kids never read the Bible.
Tune in to hear Korey's advice on using gifts to serve God, regardless of age, and join in on the family discussion questions provided to spark meaningful conversations.
Special Thanks to Jay Lee from provisionpods.com for editing this episode!
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Fostering Faith in Youth: "We get to put on fun events from January through April every year on the weekend for children's pastors, preteen pastors, to bring their kids for a weekend so they can intentionally just sit right by them, worship with them, hear from the word, hear the gospel, and give them a takeaway for kids to really know what the gospel is about and to share with others and to really grow in their faith."
— Korey Klein [00:04:40 → 00:05:00]
"Tired Eyes, Full Heart": "I say it's a tired eyes, full heart. That's kind of a season that we're living in and I couldn't be happier."
— Korey Klein [00:05:15 → 00:05:51]
The Power of Interactive Teaching: "It's not like, hey, someone just comes out and I'm going to talk to you for 20 minutes."
— Korey Klein [00:07:53 → 00:07:56]
Guarding Your Heart: "Guard your heart above all else. It determines the course of your life."
— Korey Klein [00:08:22 → 00:08:25]
"Gen Alpha's Open-Mindedness: 'They're kind of open. They're very open to things too. But like only about 16% of the study that I've read through about Gen Alpha showed that they, they were actually committed to a faith.'"
— Korey Klein [00:12:12 → 00:12:22]
"Gen Alpha and Faith Engagement": "For about 40% of Gen Alpha from this study that I'm going off of that, this place called One Hope, did they. Who would say. They who are Christians, 40% of them actually never read the Bible."
— Korey Klein [00:13:58 → 00:14:10]
"Modern Parenting and Digital Connection: Even in a game like Minecraft or Fortnite."
— Korey Klein [00:15:13 → 00:15:16]
"Be the Main Voice in a Sea of Influences": "But I think if we're talking about kids right now and a younger age, I would say, man, go for it. Even if it feels weird and you're like, man, they have so many other voices. Well, that's the thing, they do have so many other voices. So just be a voice in that and be the main voice."
— Korey Klein [00:18:32 → 00:18:48]
"Gen Alpha and Trust": "They trust family over institutions way more right now."
— Korey Klein [00:20:08 → 00:20:11]
Trust and Faith: "But it's like, you know, thinking about now in life as I get older, it's like, hey, what is that? What's that diving board in life, you know, now what's that thing? In life as we as adults, maybe it's like that to remember that God's got us, that he's not gonna. If we just put our focus on him. Just like Peter walking on water when he just focused on Jesus, he's like, hey, I got you."
— Korey Klein [00:27:16 → 00:27:35]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! Join host Christen Clark for a captivating episode with Dave Almgren, a prolific faith-based film marketing expert. From children's pastor to toy store owner and film marketer, Dave's story is a remarkable journey of creativity and faith intersecting.
Dave has contributed to marketing over 70 Christian films, connecting families to meaningful stories that inspire. He shares insights on the power of creativity, encouraging young filmmakers to express their unique stories. Trusting in God's timing has been key in his career, emphasizing faith's role in life's journey.
Dave also co-hosts "Two Pastors Popcorn and a Movie," exploring faith and film further. Enjoy this episode filled with inspiration, laughter, and discussions to ignite creativity and meaningful family conversations!
"King of Kings" comes out this weekend! Go to angel.com to learn more about when it is available near you!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee from provisionpods.com
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"From Theology to Entrepreneurship: A Surprising Journey": "Yeah, gosh, you know, I have a degree in biblical theology. So where I am at today, never thought I would be where I AM or even the path to get here."
— Dave Almgren [00:08:19 → 00:08:29]
"From Children's Pastor to Entrepreneur": "It felt like, okay, I'm no longer a children's pastor at a church, but I was a children's pastor working with families and to, to share and minister to people who wouldn't necessarily darken the door of a church, but they were coming through our door."
— Dave Almgren [00:09:54 → 00:10:08]
From Toy Trade Shows to Movie Ministry: "And it gave me an opportunity to exit out of the retail full time and jump into something that was a little bit different, but the same in some senses because it was still dealing with Veggietale fans and customers and, and the ministry piece of it as I was primarily working with pastors and you know, building awareness for films like the Veggie Tail Pirates movie."
— Dave Almgren [00:11:03 → 00:12:09]
A Refreshing Change in Filmmaking: "And so it was refreshing to work on the best Christmas pageant ever because it was, it was funny and poignant, but on the nose with a great message."
— Dave Almgren [00:12:33 → 00:12:42]
Nurturing Creativity in Kids: "If you're a kid, be creative. Don't worry about what somebody else has. Let God flow through you with creativity. And parents, absolutely, you know, encourage the creativity in your kids."
— Dave Almgren [00:16:15 → 00:16:28]
God's Timing: "God always shows up on time. Not always my time, but he shows up on time and he has shown himself faithful."
— Dave Almgren [00:20:20 → 00:20:28]
"From Red Carpets to Vaulted Classics: Insights from the Two Pastors Popcorn and a Movie Podcast": "And just recently, we were able to expand a little bit. We were on the red carpet last week for The Chosen Season 5."
— Dave Almgren [00:22:44 → 00:22:51]
"Childhood Beach Adventures": "We'd have our camper right next to the river and I'd brave out into the, the murky water and try to have a good time and swim and come out freezing. But that was always a fun time with sisters and mom and dad and you know, riding up in the camper up in, you know, in the camper above the, the truck when you're driving down the road and yeah, I don't know if you can do that legally now, but that was a fun, fun memory as a kid doing that ...good memories."
— Dave Almgren [00:23:51 → 00:24:29]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! This week, host Christen Clark chats with Bryan Davis, Christian fantasy author famed for the "Dragons in Our Midst" series.
In this episode, Bryan tells the incredible story of transitioning from a computer geek to a best-selling author. What started as a creative idea to inspire his homeschooled kids transformed into a prolific writing career, boasting over 50 books published! (That's a lot of books!) Bryan shares how he collaborates with his family to brainstorm fantastical stories and his process of integrating themes of mercy and forgiveness into his fantasy stories.
Listeners will also hear Bryan recount an absolutely incredible experience of God’s provision he had early in his journey, reinforcing his understanding of faith, sufficiency, and contentment. This episode offers a magical blend of storytelling, faith, and creative wisdom.
Check out daviscrossing.com to learn more about Bryan Davis and his books!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee from provisionpods.com.
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"Twisting Tales with Dragons": "But we brainstormed that story. How could a boy breathe fire? And he said, his parents are dragons. I said, well, how about if we say his parents used to be dragons and they got transformed into humans? And he said, how about if we say they got transformed in the time of King Arthur?"
— Bryan Davis [00:06:14 → 00:06:32]
"Embracing the Unknown in Writing": "Well, I am what a lot of people call a seat of the pants writer, or pantser for short. Discovery Writer is a nicer term. I sit down with just a character and a problem and I just go. I start teaching myself about the character, what he or she would do in their ordinary worlds. And then I present the problem. Some people call it a crisis point. Then I destroy that ordinary world so that they can't exist in it anymore and they have to go on their journey. So I go on the journey with them, not knowing what's going to happen."
— Bryan Davis [00:11:45 → 00:12:18]
"The Last-Minute Sale That Made All the Difference": "Finally he said, this would be good for my men's ministry. I'll buy it. So he gave me the money, and I looked at the money and I said, this is the last money I'm going to get."
— Bryan Davis [00:18:41 → 00:18:50]
Unexpected Encounters with Readers: "And as the man was walking away, he stopped, looked at the fathering book as if for the first time, and he said, Bryan Davis wrote this book? I said, yes. And he turned around, turned around, and he saw the sign on the wall. Bryan Davis, author. He said, are you Bryan Davis? I said, yes. Then he started shaking and his face turned red and he said, you're gonna think this is really weird."
— Bryan Davis [00:19:00 → 00:19:29]
The Power of Storytelling: "I think because stories are memorable. You know, you could teach an academic lesson and give like a pastor, he gives three points and tells you about the Greek. But if he's smart, he'll tell a story that illustrates the lesson."
— Bryan Davis [00:22:27 → 00:22:41]
"The Best Way to Learn Writing": "That's probably, I would say, is the best way to learn to be a writer. Get with other writers that you can share with and brainstorm and figure out a path to go on."
— Bryan Davis [00:24:11 → 00:24:21]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark has a thought-provoking conversation with Erick Vargas, a Christian entrepreneur and app developer who focuses on integrating technology with faith.
Erick Vargas shares his journey from uncertainty about his career to becoming a co-founder of the Sabbath Space app—a tool designed to help Christians reduce screen time and enhance connections with their faith, family, and community. Fueled by his personal struggle with tech addiction, Erick explains how he was inspired to create an app that introduces balance in digital usage. He highlights the app's unique blend of technology and physical devices that encourages users to prioritize real-life interactions over digital distractions.
Listeners will get valuable insights into the importance of managing screen time, especially for young minds, and discover the beauty in boredom as a springboard for creativity. Erick also offers practical tips to break free from the tricks that tech companies use to keep us glued to our screens.
Tune in for an episode that not only explores the intersection of technology and faith but also encourages a thoughtful approach to digital consumption.
To learn more about Sabbath Space and download the app for yourself, go to https://sabbathspace.io/ today!
Special Thanks to our amazing editor, Jay Lee, from provisionpods.com
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"Understanding Coding: Coding is a language. You know, it might sound scary, but really, it's kind of like doing math, Right?"
— Erick Vargas [00:08:30 → 00:08:37]
"Creating Through Collaboration": "Absolutely. And so, like, I like. I would encourage anybody if you went to, like, these websites called Fiverr or Upwork. These are freelance websites where you could just hire a developer and say, hey, make me this, and work together."
— Erick Vargas [00:09:47 → 00:10:02]
"Tech Overload and Parenting: A Personal Revelation": "I just had my firstborn son and he's two now, and I look at my phone and I spent six and a half hours that day on my phone and I was like, what? Like, how is that possible?"
— Erick Vargas [00:11:03 → 00:11:17]
"The Importance of Sabbath Rest": "I wanted to take a break and rest from all the incoming messages of the world. Trying to capture our mind and capture our attention. Telling me that I need to be richer or fitter or whatever it is that is not rooted in the identity that Jesus has purchased for me on the cross and say, hey, all this is going away."
— Erick Vargas [00:14:17 → 00:14:42]
Breaking Bad Habits: "The analogy I like to describe this as is, is not keeping cookies in the house. Right. So if you're on a diet, just like, just make it easy on yourself, don't keep the cookies in your house."
— Erick Vargas [00:17:09 → 00:17:20]
The Dopamine Dilemma: "And the problem with getting all of these dopamine hits with these notifications is you start to seek more and more and more of that."
— Erick Vargas [00:20:11 → 00:20:22]
Bringing Ideas to Life: "And so it's pretty cool, at least in software, to say, I have an idea and then bring it to life.... It's like a magical thing to say, like, wow, I designed this keychain with a chip in it, and other people are getting value and experiences out of it. And so that's what God has taught me is like, don't let your ideas just be an idea only, but get it out there in the world so I could bless other people."
— Erick Vargas [00:24:15 → 00:24:47]
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Welcome to a magical episode of the Collide Kids Podcast. Join host Christen Clark as she dives into a conversation with David and Kylie Knight, the remarkable husband and wife Christian illusionist team, traveling the world to captivate audiences and share God's powerful message through their artistry.
David and Kylie's incredible journey began with David's childhood passion for magic, leading to a divine calling that married their talents with their faith. Discover how they use their shows not just for entertainment but as a way to convey God's love and purpose by emphasizing our unique creation in His image.
And don't miss the magic trick you can do even if you're watching or listening to the episode!
Whether you're intrigued by illusions or inspired by their profound faith journey, this episode promises magical stories and motivating life lessons.
Go www.knightillusions.com to learn more about David & Kylie's shows. You can also support their ministry by donating : www.donate.knightillusions.com
Check out TruPlay games here: www.truplay.games/knightillusions
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from provisionpods.com.
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"Living the Dream Together: 'I love that we get to work together as a team, as a husband and wife. I love sharing God's message everywhere we go.'"
— Kylie Knight [00:04:43 → 00:04:52]
"From Music to Magic: A Childhood Epiphany": "And I found this book on Harry Houdini, who was an escape artist and magician. And, I read his story and his life, and I said, that's that's what I wanna do with my life."
— David Knight [00:06:43 → 00:06:52]
"From Illusions to Faith: The Unlikely Journey": "And then when I was 19, I went to a magic show by a guy named Andre Cole, who was an illusionist, but he was also a creator of magic. And so he would invent things for the big names in magic, David Copperfield, Siegfried and Roy at the time. He would create things for them or help them make things better. But he was also a committed Christian and an evangelist, and so he would share the gospel in his show. Yeah. And so that's actually how I came to know Christ."
— David Knight [00:07:09 → 00:07:32]
Discovering Unexpected Paths: "It wasn't even on my radar growing up. In fact, I was a a dental assistant for a few years in Australia."
— Kylie Knight [00:08:46 → 00:08:53]
Viral Topic - Embracing a New Lifestyle:
"You're gonna move full time into a motor home."
— Kylie Knight [00:10:30 → 00:10:32]
"The Magic of Snowflakes: Unveiling Human Uniqueness": "And it's, it's just it's a really pretty effect, that we do where we make it snow. And we talk about, the uniqueness of of every snowflake and how that relates to the uniqueness of each one of us."
— David Knight [00:19:06 → 00:19:19]
"The Divine Value of Humanity": "I think it's an important message that we have to understand how beautiful we are because the creator of the universe made us, intentionally made us. And that should give us purpose just from there."
— Kylie Knight [00:20:22 → 00:20:37]
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Welcome to another heartwarming episode of the Collide Kids Podcast. This week, host Christen Clark welcomes Kim Botto, a passionate advocate for children with disabilities, neurodivergence, trauma, and behavior challenges.
Kim brings decades of experience in children's ministry and personal insights as an adoptive mom. Her dedication to creating inclusive spaces where every child can belong shines through as she shares her story. She discusses her journey as a mother of children from Ukrainian orphanages and the lessons learned about embracing each child's unique needs.
In this episode, Kim offers practical strategies for kids and families to connect with those who are differently-abled or neurodivergent. She emphasizes valuing differences as assets, not deficiencies, and shares simple ways to start conversations and build friendships that cross boundaries of ability and experience.
Listeners will be inspired by Kim’s latest book, "Boundless Hope for Every Child," which is filled with tools to support children with challenging behaviors. Throughout the conversation, Kim encourages us to follow Jesus' lead in welcoming every child with love and understanding.
Go to kimbotto.com to learn more about Kim and her new book for grown ups!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from provisionpods.com.
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"Understanding the Outsider": "I really became passionate about the kid who is on the outside of the circle, who can't find their place, who's standing alone or last to be picked for games. Then we adopted our two youngest daughters from orphanages in Ukraine. One at the age of 10 and one at the age of 15. And what I better understood is how somebody's background and their experiences, they've had impact, how they respond in the moment to different things."
— Kim Botto [00:04:27 → 00:04:58]
Welcoming All Children: "Jesus said, let the little children come to me. He didn't qualify it as let the kids who can walk from room to room unassisted, or let the kids who are able to articulate their needs verbally, you know, with their words."
— Kim Botto [00:08:38 → 00:08:50]
Understanding Neurodiversity in Social Settings: "Kids, you might be having an awesome birthday party and you're having all this stuff. Well, a kid who has sensory differences, it might be hard for them to be at the party. But what you could do instead is work with your parents and with their parents. Maybe they come over an hour before the party starts and they help you set up and they have the first piece of cake with you."
— Kim Botto [00:17:47 → 00:18:07]
Building Friendships One Bench at a Time: "I mean, I've heard so many stories of kids who feel left out and just having somebody sit by them on the bench, that's huge."
— Kim Botto [00:18:59 → 00:19:08]
Understanding Autism through Empathy: "He's very happy being at the park. That is a way that he expresses that he's happy that he likes being here at the park."
— Kim Botto [00:20:47 → 00:20:54]
The Importance of Proximity in Understanding Differences: "Maybe I had a friend the other day say, I don't know anybody who's autistic. Well, the way you learn is in proximity."
— Kim Botto [00:27:00 → 00:27:07]
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Welcome to an "out of this world" episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark is delighted to be joined by the remarkable Hayley Arceneaux, an astronaut and youngest American to orbit the Earth and a pioneer for many reasons.
Hayley shares her incredible life journey—from surviving pediatric bone cancer to becoming a physician assistant at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (the same hospital she was treated at). Her tale reaches beyond survival as she discusses her historic journey with the Inspiration4 mission, the first all-civilian orbital spaceflight, aimed at raising funds for cancer research.
Listeners will be fascinated by Hayley's space training, and how she was able to see God's plan through these challenges. She emphasizes the power of dreaming big and trusting in God as she encourages children everywhere with her new book, "Astronaut Hayley's Brave Adventure," designed to foster hope, bravery, and resilience.
Special Thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from provisionpods.com !
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"From Surviving Cancer to Space Missions: A Journey of Hope": "I'm a physician assistant, and I work with kids with cancer. And I had this really incredible opportunity to go to space in 2021 and to become an astronaut. My mission to space was raising money for cancer research and funding, and I actually am a cancer survivor myself."
— Hayley Arceneaux [00:04:03 → 00:04:26]
"30-Hour Space Simulation Test": "One time we did a simulation for 30 hours straight where we were in that little simulator for 30 hours at a time. But we just practiced being in space."
— Hayley Arceneaux [00:07:18 → 00:07:26]
"Astronaut's First Impressions": "And then all of a sudden I see this very pale bluish purple pop into the, in, into my line of vision. And I even said out loud, I said, is that the Earth? And I knew it was Earth, but it was just so unbelievable I had to say it out loud."
— Hayley Arceneaux [00:12:04 → 00:12:18]
"Life Beyond Earth: The Daily Realities of Space Living": "It was incredible because we really got the whole experience of living in space. Like, we had to sleep, we had to eat, we had to get dressed in the morning, brush our teeth. And a lot of what we were doing up there was research."
— Hayley Arceneaux [00:13:24 → 00:13:36]
"Dreaming Big Despite Challenges": "And it's the same message that I want to share with other kids, because all kids go through something that really challenges them and maybe even makes them doubt what their future could look like. And I want to show them through this mission that they can dream big because really incredible things can happen to them."
— Hayley Arceneaux [00:17:21 → 00:17:37]
From Cancer Patient to Space Dreamer: "I'm a PA, a physician assistant at St. Jude and all I've ever wanted to do is work at St. Jude. And when I was a 10 year old going through treatment, I would tell all My doctors and nurses, that I'm going to come back and work with you one day."
— Hayley Arceneaux [00:19:56 → 00:20:10]
Finding Purpose Through Adversity: "And so when I was going through cancer treatment, that was one thing that I would say out loud a lot with my mom, and saying it out loud really helped for I know the plans I have for you."
— Hayley Arceneaux [00:21:23 → 00:21:33]
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Join host Christen Clark for an important episode of the Collide Kids Podcast featuring Emily Assell, a bestselling children's book author and speaker. Dive into Emily's journey of exploring grief and God's comforting promises through her new children's book, "When It Hurts: Comforting Promises for Hard Times." This episode highlights the importance of addressing emotions, fostering open family conversations, and teaching children to lean on faith during tough times.
Tune in for this heartfelt discussion filled with stories, wisdom, and Christ-centered encouragement. And don’t miss our “Let’s Talk About It” segment for engaging family discussion questions.
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- Free Family Devo: http://bible.us/r/ECb
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Navigating Layers of Grief: "You know, I think I had started experiencing grief on a couple different levels all at once. I had had my grandma pass...So I was dealing with some grief there. At the same time, I volunteer for an organization that helps families who have fostered and adopted kids. And I saw that they were experiencing so much pain... So it's kind of this whole spread of different grief and really on different levels."
— Emily Assell [00:07:44 → 00:08:23]
"Exploring Divine Comfort: The Biblical Response to Grief": "And I think the Bible has the answer to every problem that we could ever come across. It deals with every situation, and the Holy Spirit shows us how that works."
— Emily Assell [00:08:38 → 00:08:48]
"The Importance of Acknowledging Children's Challenges": "But it's not really a big deal, because to us, those are small problems, but to a kid, they are really big problems."
— Emily Assell [00:09:56 → 00:10:03]
"Letting Go of Guilt and Anger: A Spiritual Perspective": "When we realize that Jesus says he is the one who takes the blame for all of the pain in the world, he already paid the price for that, whether he caused it or not, which we know a lot of. He did not. But being able to say, you don't need to hold on to the guilt, you don't need to hold onto the anger, we can give all of that stuff to Jesus."
— Emily Assell [00:14:42 → 00:15:01]
"Finding Safe Spaces for Grief": "I think sometimes we think that it's easier to not tell other people or talk to other people about our pain because we think it's gonna make their pain worse or we think that it's gonna go away or we feel embarrassed about something."
— Emily Assell [00:16:39 → 00:16:51]
"The Power of Acknowledging Pain": "I think sometimes we are afraid to ask because we don't know what the answer is. But to be able to even just acknowledge that someone's going through pain, we're going through pain as a group and then if we don't have to fix the problem. But it's so important to be able to be heard."
— Emily Assell [00:17:15 → 00:17:28]
"Emotions as Allies: They're supposed to help us to tune into ourselves. They're supposed to help us to make decisions, but they're not supposed to make our decisions for us."
— Emily Assell [00:20:47 → 00:20:55]
The Power of Small Offerings: "And there are people who can give gifts of hours, and that's so wonderful, and there's nothing wrong with that, but there are seasons in our life when all we have is two minutes. And if we give that to God, if we give all that we have, he says, you gave the most, and he's overwhelmed by that offering."
— Emily Assell [00:22:53 → 00:23:13]
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Welcome to another episode of the Collide Kids Podcast with your host, Christen Clark. This week, Christen is joined by Valerie Ellis, a creative children's book author and founder of "Our Everyday Parables." Valerie discusses her delightful book, "Let's Go Bible Adventures," which connects various modes of transportation with stories from the Bible.
Valerie's inspiration came from her children's love for vehicles, like cars and trains, and she artfully intertwines this very common passion for kids with biblical stories, making them exciting and accessible for young readers. Through fun comparisons and playful questions, Valerie’s book invites children to explore the Bible in a fresh and engaging way.
In this episode, Valerie also shares tips on how to enhance family story times by incorporating faith into family conversations. She encourages parents to ask reflective questions such as, “Where did you see God in this story?” to help children recognize and appreciate God’s presence in their lives.
This episode is packed with interactive family FUN! Christen kicks off the show with a game called "REAL or MADE UP" to test your transportation knowledge; and wraps up the episode with the "Let's Talk About It" segment, encouraging families to participate in imaginative and faith-filled discussions together.
Go to valerieellis.com to learn more about Valerie and her new book "Let's Go Bible Adventures, and check out some fun FREEBIES!
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Modern Twists on Ancient Tales: "Jonah went on a journey. He wasn't listening to what God said. He fell into the ocean. And did God rescue him with a submarine?"
— Valerie Ellis [00:09:19 → 00:09:27]
"Turning Hearts Back to God": "And so in that story, Josiah realizes that people are not being true to God. They're worshiping idols. Does the garbage truck take out the idols? No, but the idols do get removed and people's hearts turn back to God."
— Valerie Ellis [00:12:12 → 00:12:24]
"Modern Miracles on Food Trucks: And I'm going to cheat a little. Some of my favorites are favorites because of the mode of transportation or because of the rhyme or because of Carolina's beautiful illustrations. But I'll pick one I love, and it's when Jesus feeds more than 5,000 people. Okay, that one uses a food truck. And I'm from Houston, so, I mean, did he call a taco truck a barbecue truck? And then you turn the page and it's like, no, a boy shared his lunch."
— Valerie Ellis [00:12:50 → 00:13:17]
The Power of Storytelling: "We are, as humans, are wired to learn through story."
— Valerie Ellis [00:15:46 → 00:15:49]
Seeing God in Everyday Stories: "And so one question that we ask at our house sometimes is, you know, where did you see God in this book?"
— Valerie Ellis [00:16:15 → 00:16:22]
"Linking Everyday Moments to Faith": "I am reminded of God's forgiveness. And I'm so glad that God, you know, just washes away everything that we have done and loves us so much."
— Valerie Ellis [00:20:50 → 00:20:57]
Misheard Lyrics: "And I remember from the song At Calvary, there's a line that said that says there my burdened soul found liberty at Calvary. And for some reason, as a kid, I thought that we're talking about a bird and a sole of a shoe."
— Valerie Ellis [00:25:05 → 00:25:37]
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Join host Christen Clark in a fun episode of the Collide Kids Podcast as she welcomes Josh Combs, a dynamic children's pastor and YouTube creator known as Jumpin Josh.
Josh shares his inspiring journey from being asked to start a kids' church, to embracing his role as a children's pastor and traveling evangelist. His story is a testament to the power of just saying "yes" to God's call and being willing to serve wherever needed. Known for his humor and engaging teaching style, Josh brings Bible stories to life and encourages children to understand their identity as children of God. He shares insights on overcoming labels, embracing our unique quirks, and trusting God's plan for our lives.
Tune in to hear how Josh's passion for ministry encourages listeners to explore their gifts and use them to serve others. Plus checkout our new segment Family Conversation where Christen shares 3 questions for families to discuss from the episode together.
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The Birth of Bag Jack the Cowboy: "I'm as nervous as a cat on a rocking chair, but I'm excited to be here today. We're gonna have a good time talking about the Lord."
— Josh Combs [00:03:30 → 00:04:04]
The Power of Willingness: "There's a lot of things that I've acquired just because I was willing to just jump in and do it."
— Josh Combs [00:10:49 → 00:10:53]
"Early Days of YouTube": "YouTube was around back then in 2006, and it was surprising. It wasn't like what it is now. I feel like, you know, you had the, you had the kind of like, you know, like YouTube.com and then you had to, you know, wait for like a pigeon to fly and then they would give you a code and you put the code in."
— Josh Combs [00:11:26 → 00:11:43]
"First Public Speaking Experience Nerves: 'I just remember thinking like, I hope they don’t regret coming today. You know, after, after they hear this guy.'"
— Josh Combs [00:13:06 → 00:13:51]
Discovering a Calling: "I remember my wife and I not knowing anything going on behind the scenes after, when we, on our way home, we looked at each other and we said, wouldn't it be cool just to go here?"
— Josh Combs [00:14:43 → 00:14:51]
"From Shepherd to King": "David had all these brothers, right, that were bigger than him, cooler than him, more qualified than him. And at the time, David was a shepherd. He was out in the field watching sheep."
— Josh Combs [00:17:17 → 00:17:27]
Unexpected Hero: "Is there another kid hiding somewhere?"
— Josh Combs [00:18:21 → 00:18:22]
"Embracing Divine Purpose": "But God looked at him and said, nope, I have a plan for him. I have a purpose for him. And so each and every one of you that are listening here today, God looks at you the same way."
— Josh Combs [00:18:54 → 00:19:02]
Embracing Purpose: "God really, he loves you, but he designed you with that specific purpose of mind, whatever that might be, and just, you know, embrace that of always looking to God, saying God, you know, even when I'm, I'm down or out because of, of maybe something that, that someone said to me or they call me a name, I want to look to God, the one who created me."
— Josh Combs [00:22:40 → 00:22:59]
"Earning Pizza as a Life Lesson": "And one time my sister and I really wanted pizza and my dad looked at us and said, okay, well you guys are going to have to earn it."
— Josh Combs [00:25:50 → 00:25:56]
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Welcome to a brand new episode of the Collide Kids Podcast as we kick off Season 8 with an extraordinary guest, Gia Pergolini, a Gold Medalist Paralympic swimmer. Host Christen Clark explores Gia's inspiring journey of resilience and faith, highlighting how she competes at an elite level despite her visual impairment.
In this episode, Gia reveals how swimming gives her a sense of freedom and shares the impactful lessons she’s learned about overcoming obstacles. Her unwavering determination to not let her disability define her is a testament to her strength and spirit.
Be sure to also catch our new “Let’s Talk About It” segment—a set of questions designed to inspire family conversations beyond the podcast.
Let's dive into this episode with Gia Pergolini!
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"Paralympics and Equality": "Okay, so Paralympics and Olympics are pretty much the same thing, but in Paralympics, you can compete with other athletes with similar disabilities as you."
— Gia Pergolini [00:06:51 → 00:07:00]
"Unseen Battles: Finally, my parents finally got the confirmation."
— Gia Pergolini [00:09:41 → 00:09:44]
"Surviving School with the Right Tools": "Yes, my video magnifier I got when I was in fourth grade, and let me tell you, I could have not survived middle school or high school without it."
— Gia Pergolini [00:11:24 → 00:11:33]
"Swimming with Visual Challenges": "Majority of the time I can see the flags. I just need like 50 goggles on hand with different shades and different tents to determine if I can see the flags or not."
— Gia Pergolini [00:13:41 → 00:13:50]
Breaking Barriers: "Through a lot of pain and determination for the final, I went a 10464 and got the world record and the Paralympic gold medal, which has been my best time since."
— Gia Pergolini [00:15:10 → 00:15:22]
Faith and Competition: "No matter what the turnout is, whether I win or lose, I know God has a path for me. And it's part of God's plan."
— Gia Pergolini [00:17:24 → 00:17:32]
"Faith and Triumph": "I would not be here today or have the success or experience these great accomplishments if it wasn't for God and giving me, I don't perceive it as a disease. I can't perceive it as a gift, because without it, I wouldn't be here talking to you, or I wouldn't be in Paris, and I wouldn't have met these amazing people and inspire kids with similar disabilities as."
— Gia Pergolini [00:19:10 → 00:19:36]
Finding Strength in Self-Acceptance: "Don't let your disability define who you are. That's one of the biggest lessons I've had to learn is I have need to accept myself for who I am to be successful."
— Gia Pergolini [00:20:09 → 00:20:22]
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Welcome to maybe the funnest (is that a word?) episode of the Collide Kids Podcast ever! Join host Christen Clark and special guest Reggie Sumpter for a game show extravaganza that's sure to keep you and your family entertained.
In this lively episode, Reggie leads Christen (and you!) in some gameshow style trivia games.
See how much Christen knows about categories like US states, cartoons, and company slogans. Join in the fun with your family. You might be shocked to find out the fast food item that Christen doesn't like!
Don’t miss a special "Kids Only" segment, featuring a holiday joke from Christen's daughter, Charis. Tune in for a mix of trivia, laughs, and holiday cheer on this special episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! See you in 2025!
LINKS: thebiggameshow.com
Episode #7 How to be a Gameshow Host w/ Reggie SumpterSpecial thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, for all the good quality audio and amazing sound effects. provisionpods.com
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"Balancing Dual Jobs": "And I have 2 jobs. So I have a very quiet job and a very loud job."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:03:37 → 00:03:43]
The Joy of Writing Curriculum: "The part I've been given and which I enjoy is I write content. So I write curriculum, for small groups. I write bible studies. I write devotionals. That's what I do."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:04:07 → 00:04:18]
Juggling Two Dream Careers: "It's 2 very different careers that I've been juggling for a while, and I always tell myself I'm gonna lean one way or the other, and I just never can because I like them both."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:05:10 → 00:05:20]
"College Football's Heartwarming Tradition": "At the end of the year, when college football teams are, they're traveling to their bowl games, When they go to these cities, they don't they typically don't just come and play the game and leave. They have a 3 or 4 day tour of the city, and they'll visit kids in hospitals. And they'll the city will have different events for them just to make it a fun experience for these these college, student athletes."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:05:48 → 00:06:10]
"Interactive Live Events: So what I'll do is I'll ask the question, and I'll just give you a little bit of time, a little bit of space to talk in your car or at your house or wherever you are or to think to yourself what you think the correct answer is before I before I tell the answer."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:08:50 → 00:09:03]
Fun and Interactive Game Ideas: "Well, the first game we'll play is called clap cattle and roll."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:09:12 → 00:09:17]
Holiday Movie Trivia: "In what building does Buddy the elf's dad work? He works in the Empire State Building, 30 Rockefeller Center, or Gimbels."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:10:08 → 00:10:12]
Viral Game Show Fun: "Now Know It All is kinda like a jeopardy game, but you guys are just playing on your own for fun, so we're not gonna have, like, teams."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:14:44 → 00:14:53]
Viral Game Show Methodology: "I'm gonna ask a question. Your job is to come up with the most popular answer you think people would say in response to this question."
— Reggie Sumpter [00:26:27 → 00:26:34]
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Welcome to another heartfelt episode of the Collide Kids Podcast. Host Christen Clark introduces us to Dania Andraos, a spokesperson for Samaritan's Purse and a former recipient of an Operation Christmas Child shoebox.
Dania shares her inspiring story of growing up as a Christian in severe poverty across the Middle East, where her family's unwavering faith saw them through persecution and adversity. A pivotal moment in her life was receiving a shoebox gift from Operation Christmas Child that affirmed Dania's belief that God cares about the details of our lives.
Christen and Dania discuss the transformative impact of these shoeboxes for children worldwide and offer practical tips for packing them. They also highlight the online shoebox option, allowing anyone to participate in this heartwarming mission.
Join us for an episode filled with faith, the power of prayer, and the joy of giving. Plus, don’t miss the Kids Only Segment featuring Candice from Marogoro, Tanzania, sharing her gratitude and reading a Bible verse in Swahili.
Tune in, subscribe, and be inspired to make a difference through Operation Christmas Child. Merry Christmas and remember, God loves you!
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Miraculous Transformation through Persecution: "There were many moments when I realized that God used even the midst of persecution to change the hearts of stone into a heart of flesh."
— Dania Andraos [00:06:46 → 00:06:55]
Trust in Hard Times: "We trusted the Lord with that need. And as days went by, one very special day, we went to the gathering, to the church gathering, and we learned that there was a team from Operation Christmas Child there ..."
— Dania Andraos [00:09:09 → 00:09:27]
God Answers Prayers: "God is the God of details, and he is the God who answers prayers."
— Dania Andraos [00:13:51 → 00:13:54]
Build a Shoebox Online: "If you are still wanting to be involved, you can build a shoebox online. The way this works is you go to our website, samaritanspirits.org build online. And it's really fun ...."
— Dania Andraos [00:17:41 → 00:17:59]
Reaching Persecuted Nations with Hope: "And the special thing about these boxes that are built online, they actually go to countries like mine, countries that are hard to reach with the gospel that Christians that are persecuted."
— Dania Andraos [00:18:14 → 00:18:25]
Building Shoeboxes for Sensitive Countries: "Because these boxes built online, they go to sensitive countries. They still can't disclose it anyway."
— Dania Andraos [00:20:41 → 00:20:48]
Operation Christmas Child's Global Reach: "So think of all those millions of boxes going to over 100 countries around the world and all the logistics that is required and, you know, passing through customs. So just be in prayer for our teams on the ground there so they can be wise and faithful. And even some of them do face persecution doing that. And so pray for protection and for wisdom and that children would be receptive when they hear the gospel as they receive their shoeboxes."
— Dania Andraos [00:24:56 → 00:25:23]
Nostalgic Summer Nights: "It was one of my favorite memories because, you know, it was the breeze of the summer. You could just smell that breeze of the summer. It was so dark in that village, and you could just see those comets passing. And it was a star show, so it was so beautiful."
— Dania Andraos [00:28:37 → 00:28:52]
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Welcome to a very festive episode of the Collide Kids Podcast hosted by Christen Clark! This week, we’re joined by Lauren Jackson, an expert in kids discipleship and founder of Kids Ministry Circle. With 15 years in kids ministry, Lauren brings a wealth of knowledge about kids discipleship resources and great gift ideas.
Lauren and Christen highlight a range of recommended Bibles, books, devotionals, and discipleship resources for children of all ages, including Lifeway's Explorer Bible and Tyndale's Go Bible, and discuss new releases such as a Bible for kids with dyslexia.
Tune in for family discipleship insights and gift ideas. Lauren also suggests practical ways to make scripture accessible and enjoyable for kids.
Grab your headphones, a cup of cocoa, and join us for an episode full of heartwarming traditions, practical advice, and festive cheer to help you celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.
Special Thanks to our Sponsor, YANCY!
LINKS:
Lauren's BOOK GIFT GUIDE
Lauren's Bible Recommendations
Christen's FAMILY FUN GIFT GUIDE
Clip Finder:
Parental Guidance on Chapter Books: "Because it's hard to find a chapter book that's not like, the characters don't have a bunch of attitude. There's not, like, inappropriate stuff being talked about."
— Lauren Jackson [00:09:29 → 00:09:36]
"A Family Devotional for Christmas": "The first half of the book is all about the promises that were made in the Old Testament, kind of foreshadowing the Savior coming to crush the head of the serpent."
— Lauren Jackson [00:18:26 → 00:18:35]
The Fulfillment of God's Promises: "Jesus is the yes and amen to all of God's promises."
— Lauren Jackson [00:19:11 → 00:19:14]
Promoting Bible Literacy in Kids: "When it comes to Bible literacy, the more you help your kids become comfortable with God's word, the more likely they are to read it and the more available it is."
— Lauren Jackson [00:22:12 → 00:22:21]
Encouraging Kids to Bring Bibles to Church: "If you want to encourage your kids to bring their church, their Bibles to church, which is a really great thing to encourage, I would want it to match whatever is on the screen or whatever the volunteer has in front of them."
— Lauren Jackson [00:23:19 → 00:23:30]
Viral Topic: Bible for Kids with Dyslexia Changing the Game
"But I know they just released this, I think in early November it came out. And so that's a really great resource."
— Lauren Jackson [00:24:48 → 00:24:54]
A Heartwarming Holiday Tradition: "And so, like, we would get in our Christmas pajamas, we would get in the car, we would put all the bins in the car that we're delivering, and we would just go around town and kind of ding dong ditch on our friends doorsteps and drop them like, these big Christmas surprises. And that was just the most fun."
— Lauren Jackson [00:30:58 → 00:31:14]
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Welcome to another fun episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark welcomes the talented and inspiring Randall Goodgame, the creator of the Slugs and Bugs family music series.
In this special Thanksgiving episode, Randall shares his journey of blending faith and music, from childhood hymns like "Great is Thy Faithfulness" to the creation of his scripture-based songs. Randall and Christen discuss how setting Bible verses to music helps families memorize scripture and experience God's presence. They also dive into Randall’s cherished Thanksgiving memories, including a humorous sweet potato mix-up and the nostalgia of handprint turkeys from his children.
Hear about Randall’s scripture hymnal project, inspired by heartfelt stories from church families, featuring 106 songs available through streaming platforms like Apple Music and Spotify, as well as their website scripturehymnal.com. Randall emphasizes the joy of silliness in family life and shares insights from the creation of The Slugs and Bugs Show .
Don’t miss out on this episode filled with music, faith, and Thanksgiving cheer. Plus, enjoy our Kids Only Segment with Sparrow!
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Passion for Family Entertainment: "That was what really helped me realize how much I love thinking about families and parents and kids being together and writing and working, making things for them."
— Randall Goodgame [00:08:40 → 00:08:50]
Walking the Parenting Tightrope: "But definitely when your kids are younger, you're always trying to walk the line between, you got to keep the rules because you're the parent and kids have to know boundaries and you're trying to teach them the gospel and what it means to live like Jesus. But you also are failing all the time at it."
— Randall Goodgame [00:09:40 → 00:09:57]
Viral Parenting Advice: "Hey, kids. As you see, your dad needs Jesus badly. And as it turns out, so do you. Yeah. So let's both turn to him and walk with him and seek him together. We're gonna let each other down all the time, but we all but we know that there's one who never lets us down, and we're just gonna keep running towards him."
— Randall Goodgame [00:10:15 → 00:10:34]
"From Fans to TV Screens": "There were some Slugs and Bugs fans down there, and they said, would you guys ever wanna do a TV show? And of course, I grew up on the Muppets and Mr. Rogers and Sesame Street and Electric Company and and had already kind of developed some characters with the hope that this opportunity might come one day. So we said yes, and we made the first season with them and then partnered with similar people to make a second season."
— Randall Goodgame [00:13:46 → 00:14:12]
Finding Solace in Faith: "Anytime we engage with the word, we have an opportunity to meet Jesus."
— Randall Goodgame [00:17:05 → 00:17:10]
"A Divine Calling Behind Scripture Songs for Congregations": "Well, you know, the shortest answer is it is after having written songs, scripture songs for kids for over a decade, this was an answer to a calling that I felt like the Lord was putting on my heart to provide that opportunity for people in the church."
— Randall Goodgame [00:18:15 → 00:18:31]
Revival in Worship: "The hymnal, it's a physical hymnal with 106 songs or all word for word scripture and all songs built for congregational singing. So it's really for worship leaders and pastors to have as a resource to bring scripture singing into the church, into the pews."
— Randall Goodgame [00:19:11 → 00:19:28]
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Welcome to another episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark sits down with Clayton Greene, a pastor and the co-founder and CEO of Goodkind, to explore how families can deepen their faith through the practice of traditions such as Advent.
Clayton discusses his journey supporting church plants and how an innocent remark from his daughter led to the creation of Advent Blocks—a tool designed to help families focus on Jesus during the Christmas season. Learn about the significance of Advent, ways to build spiritual habits, and how to start meaningful traditions even if your kids are older.
In this episode, Clayton and Christen highlight the value of integrating faith into holiday traditions and the daily rhythms of life, the fascinating story behind Advent Blocks, and the resources offered by Goodkind to help families engage with God and one another. Plus, Clayton shares a fun childhood memory and a great joke that kids will love!
Don’t miss the Kids Only Segment featuring a clever riddle from Pippa!
Check out Goodkind’s Advent blocks at goodkind.shop and use the discount code "COLLIDE" for 20% off your purchase.
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Innovative Faith-Based Products: "My side job is I'm the CEO and cofounder of Goodkind, the maker of Advent Blocks or the Graticube."
— Clayton Greene [00:03:36 → 00:03:43]
The Future of Church Growth: "We're not just out here starting a business, right, but we're planting something that is an organism. The church itself, the people are going to be growing and it turns into something that only God knows what it can be, but also that God has a vested interest in and he says that the gates of hell cannot prevail against it."
— Clayton Greene [00:06:58 → 00:07:07]
Kids Say the Darndest Things: "Mommy and daddy, you say that Christmas is all about Jesus, but it feels like Christmas is all about presents."
— Clayton Greene [00:08:25 → 00:08:31]
"Advent Calendar Traditions": "Advent as a Christian Christmas practice, it's all about anticipation. It's a time in the year where the church takes time to reflect and anticipate about God coming to Earth in Christ in the incarnation."
— Clayton Greene [00:10:33 → 00:10:46]
Starting New Traditions: "If there are things that you are already doing that have elements of your faith in it and it's meaningful and it's memorable and it's tradition, then I think you try to improve and build on that rather than starting something new."
— Clayton Greene [00:17:12 → 00:17:23]
Incorporating Spiritual Practices into Everyday Life:
"We take spiritual habits, we take the calendar, and we're essentially diving into how does the calendar impact my life and the rhythms of my family? What spiritual practices are out there that I could do, and how might I actually put them in into practice with my family?"
— Clayton Greene [00:18:47 → 00:19:02]
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Welcome to another joyful episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark is joined by the talented Yancy, a worship leader and Dove Award winning children's music artist with a passion for crafting fun, high-quality music for kids. In this festive episode, Yancy talks about her dedication to creating energetic worship songs. She introduces her new Christmas single, "Go Tell It (on the Mountain)," now streaming on all platforms.
The conversation is filled with Christmas cheer, discussing holiday traditions, favorite festive foods like sausage balls and peppermint bark, and her excitement for early Christmas preparations. Yancy shares her musical journey, starting from a summer camp song to focusing on children's worship, with the support of her father's involvement in children's ministry.
And Listen to Episode #13 to hear how Yancy's got started in music!
Stay tuned for the "Kids Only" segment featuring Yancy's son, Rhythm, and his joke. Join us for an episode full of Christmas joy, inspiring stories, and delightful music—perfect for the holiday season!
LINK: yancyministries.com
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Finding Purpose in Unexpected Paths: "And I finally got to a place, released my first kid's album back in 2006, and then still didn't even know for sure that was the path God had for me. And as I walked stuff out just the following, like, 18 months or so, just a lot of things in my life changed, and it just became more and more obvious that God was opening up doors for me to do music for kids and for families, and there were people asking me to do that."
— Yancy [00:08:29 → 00:08:56]
"Full Circle Moments": "It's like that my first group of preteens and stuff are all now, you know, married and having kids of their own and working jobs at their first church."
— Yancy [00:09:55 → 00:10:05]
Passion for Music in Children's Entertainment: "When I started doing stuff for kids, it didn't mean that I wanted my musical art to be any less. You know? Like, I still want to write songs that have a great catchy pop hook."
— Yancy [00:11:26 → 00:11:41]
"Creating Music for Kids": "Just kinda able to put all those things together, but definitely happy, fun, energetic."
— Yancy [00:13:00 → 00:13:06]
Different Take on Christmas Music: "There is a lot of Christmas music out there that is just maybe a little more reserved or even drab. And, and so, yeah, my, you know, like my Christmas music is super happy."
— Yancy [00:17:12 → 00:17:22]
Christmas Morning Playlist Must-Have: "The track's a party, and I'm excited for all the Collide Kids' podcast listeners to play it with their families and add it to their playlist when they're doing their things in the car or maybe even when they're opening presents on Christmas morning and just have fun singing along with this song that just reminds us that we have a job to do, and that's to tell the story of Jesus."
— Yancy [00:20:52 → 00:21:23]
Holiday Music Must-Haves: "Go Tell It will be added to that for this year, but it'll be all my Christmas songs together with a few other favorites mixed in and would love for everybody to listen to that this Christmas."
— Yancy [00:22:05 → 00:22:16]
Nostalgic Tech: "I got this pink boom box. And I have the picture to prove it. It was amazing."
— Yancy [00:27:32 → 00:27:38]
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Today, host Christen Clark sits down with Peter Nestler, a seven-time world champion jump roper and holder of 12 Guinness World Records, to dive deep into the world of rope jumping and self-discipline.
Peter’s inspiring story begins in second grade, where he transformed early struggles into a driving force for success. From not making the jump rope team to becoming a world champion, Peter exemplifies how perseverance and self-discipline can lead to extraordinary achievements.
Throughout the episode, Peter shares his unique training methods, starting with his weakest points and gradually building strength. His unique approaches to training included, training for months underwater, and crafting a custom metal jump rope. Peter’s journey emphasizes the importance of embracing weaknesses and finding joy in the process of self-improvement rather than just focusing on outcomes.
And enjoy the Kids Only segment featuring a Bible verse read by Pippa. Tune in for an episode filled with motivational stories, practical advice, and a reminder of God's love. Happy jumping!
LINKS: ropesecrets.com
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"Life on the Road": "And so we were just driving place to place to place. And when you're living a life on the road, just going from school to school, it gets a little boring, um, just because you're doing the exact same thing every day with not a lot of sleep."
— Peter Nestler [00:06:20 → 00:06:33]
Viral Topic: "The Challenges of Jump Roping Underwater"
"So what I would do is I would drop down, hold my breath as long as I could, jump as many times as I can, and then stand up, and then you take a breath, and you do that up and down."
— Peter Nestler [00:11:09 → 00:11:17]
"Developing Discipline": "So just having that routine and just basically picking something that you can do every single day."
— Peter Nestler [00:14:49 → 00:14:54]
"Overcoming Stereotypes in High School Sports": "I had this one kid that was in my school, and he would sit behind me in one of my classes and he would just say, jump ropes, a girl sport. And it was just so annoying and kind of embarrassing at the same time. Until one day it kind of struck me."
— Peter Nestler [00:19:42 → 00:19:55]
"Master the Basics": "The reality is, if you don't get the basics down really well, nothing else is going to work."
— Peter Nestler [00:24:07 → 00:24:12]
Jump Rope Techniques for Consistency: "You should be very quiet when you're jumping. Use your knees as a little bit of a shock absorber, but just staying on the ball of the foot."
— Peter Nestler [00:24:27 → 00:24:33]
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Welcome to an exhilarating episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! This week, host Christen Clark sits down with Ryan George, a fearless adventurer and author.
Ryan's incredible life story is packed with extreme adventures—from ice climbing in Antarctica to wing walking on biplanes—each intertwined with his faith journey. With over 30 countries under his belt, Ryan shares heartfelt lessons about discovering God through his travels and adrenaline-packed experiences.
In this episode, Ryan recounts thrilling moments like aerobatic flying, paragliding in breathtaking locations, and an amusing childhood sledding memory. He delves into overcoming fear through faith, the importance of distinguishing healthy fears from unhealthy ones, and finding personal growth in facing challenges. Ryan also touches on experiencing spirituality in diverse ways, whether through nature, music, or adventure.
Join us for this inspiring episode full of amazing tales, life lessons, and a powerful reminder that God loves you. Plus, check out the special Kids Only segment featuring Mia.
LINKS: booksbyryan.com/adventurer
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Unveiling Hidden Truths Through Adventure: "But the other part is, before I leave on any trip, I ask God to reveal what it is he put in my heart to want this very specific adventure or this very specific location. And then he, as he promised, he answers that when we seek, we find, right?"
— Ryan George [00:05:21 → 00:05:35]
Discovering Hidden Passions: "I found out that I had passions for things that I didn't know. I didn't know I'd love paragliding. Like, I just never knew that about myself."
— Ryan George [00:06:38 → 00:06:44]
Life-Changing Adventures: "I wouldn't want to live a life where none of those were on my list."
— Ryan George [00:07:29 → 00:07:33]
Adventurous Solo Walkabout: "Well, when I visited my in laws in Bolivia the first time, back when they were still in the mission field, I went on a walkabout without my wife, who was my translator, which she had told me not to do."
— Ryan George [00:14:48 → 00:14:58]
"Digital Courage": "I would get the courage to do them because I thought, oh, I'm going to get likes, comments and shares later, and people are going to tell me that I'm important and I'm wanted."
— Ryan George [00:17:34 → 00:17:40]
Faith and Uncertainty: "Well, you can't have faith if you're certain about everything."
— Ryan George [00:18:00 → 00:18:03]
"Embracing Fear for Personal Growth": "And so when you focus on the reward instead of on the danger, and obviously you do that within a certain realm of like, I don't go stand in front of a train and see how long I can wait before it hits me, right?"
— Ryan George [00:19:00 → 00:19:10]
You're Not Broken: "I grew up thinking that the parts of me that make me unique were broken."
— Ryan George [00:20:02 → 00:20:07]
Spiritual Encounters in Nature: "When I'm on the edge of a mountain or I'm stuck in a river somewhere, I feel Jesus more than I do inside a building, even on Sundays."
— Ryan George [00:20:46 → 00:20:54]
"Seeing the World from a Different Angle": "But we're floating anywhere from 4 to 15 miles an hour and you just kind of pirouetting in the sky over the mountains or over the water or whatever and oh, man, there's just nothing like it."
— Ryan George [00:25:03 → 00:25:12]
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Welcome to a fascinating episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark is thrilled to welcome Sherri Seligson, marine biologist, kids science educator, and author.
Sherri shares riveting tales from her adventures studying sea creatures like squid, sharks, and more. Sherri loves blending scientific wonder with lessons about life. Discover how her work, which spans from managing predators at Walt Disney World’s Living Seas to exploring the Great Barrier Reef, underscores the harmony between science and faith.
Listeners will be inspired by Sherri’s passion for making science engaging and relatable, whether it’s through her captivating storytelling or her hands-on educational methods. Learn about her latest book, "Wonders of the Ocean Realm," set to release on January 7, 2025, which serves as a fantastic resource for parents and kids to explore the unity of faith and science.
Don’t miss the "Kids Only Segment," featuring a funny joke from young listener Riley! Tune in for an episode packed with educational insights, faith-filled discussions, and oceanic adventures!
LINKS: sherriseligson.com
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee from provisionpods.com
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Viral Topic - The Hidden Lives of Aquarium Predators: "I published scientific research on shark behavior, studying how they behaved in the aquarium environment as new animals came in, what they did when divers were in the water and learning a little bit more about how they behave, because we can do that in an aquarium, and we can't do that out in the ocean as easily."
— Sherri Seligson [00:09:34 → 00:09:49]
Unique Aquarium Design: "One unique thing about the living seas, that if you ever go there at Epcot, you'll see it's a circular shaped aquarium, and one fourth of the aquarium has these large bars separating the other three fourths of the aquarium, like a pie, a wedge of a piece. And the dolphins get to swim in that area, and the sharks are in the big area."
— Sherri Seligson [00:10:49 → 00:11:07]
"Science and Faith": "Science, by definition, never proves anything. We can't prove anything in science. We can only come up with certain evidences of things, and then we make suggestions based on our faith."
— Sherri Seligson [00:12:59 → 00:13:09]
How Simple Bacteria Communicate: "How can bacteria, which are the simplest living things in the world, how can something that simple know what's going on? They can't communicate that we know of."
— Sherri Seligson [00:17:42 → 00:17:51]
"Teaching Through Experience: So when we talk about and teach about migration of animals migrating from one place to another, we go to the Serengeti, and we stand in the middle of the wildebeest migration, where there's hundreds of thousands of wildebeest, and it smells like hundreds of thousands of cows, you can imagine."
— Sherri Seligson [00:26:04 → 00:26:22]
Learning Through Adventure: "So we get to go lots of places to be able to show examples of some of the principles that we're learning about in science, to give you a visual to make you say, oh, yeah, I remember it was this way, and it makes it much more exciting and interesting than just reading a sentence."
— Sherri Seligson [00:27:36 → 00:27:52]
Childhood Dreams: "I wanted to know more about how to be a scuba diver, to be able to stay underwater longer."
— Sherri Seligson [00:31:07 → 00:31:11]
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Welcome to another fantastic episode of the Collide Kids Podcast. Host Christen Clark chats with Carl Barnhill, a creative entrepreneur and author, known for his impactful work in church visual media through his company, Church Visuals.
In this episode, Carl discusses the significance of visual learning in faith, emphasizing how visuals help engage and educate children. Carl provides practical advice for aspiring media professionals, highlighting the importance of gaining diverse skills and continuous learning.
Listeners will hear Carl’s journey of turning his childhood passion for theater arts and ministry into a ministry of providing video and motion graphics for congregations all over the world. He invites kids and students interested in media to connect with him via churchvisuals.com for guidance and mentorship.
Tune in for this inspiring conversation filled with practical tips, fun stories, and a strong message about exploring various interests. Don’t miss the Kids Only Segment featuring Claire sharing her favorite Bible verse! And, remember, God loves you, and so do we!
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-Innovative Church Media Solutions: "If you are a mom or dad listening or a kid listening, the stuff that is on your screens, the fun stuff when you go to church, if there's a, you know, a fun game on screen or fun graphic to help you learn about Jesus in a really fun and cool way, that's. That's what we do a lot of."
— Carl Barnhill [00:04:16 → 00:04:37]
-"From Baseball to Theater: The Journey of a Kid’s Passion": "I was into baseball for a little bit, and then I kind of shifted into the arts. So I was a theater kid and I was the behind the scenes guy."
— Carl Barnhill [00:06:59 → 00:07:36]
-The Importance of Visual Media in Church: "The stats are alarming on how we consume content and how we retain, really absorb and retain content. And when you are hearing it, you remember a certain amount, like 10%. When you read something, it's like 20%. When you see something, it's like 80% retention."
— Carl Barnhill [00:10:02 → 00:10:24]
-The Early Days of Motion Graphics: "So I started kind of making stuff on the side and putting it out there and seeing, and it kind of took off. And this is before. Since then, there's been a lot of other people kind of come in the space, but this is 15 years ago when there were only a handful of people doing what I was doing."
— Carl Barnhill [00:11:43 → 00:12:01]
-Scaling Your Business: "If you're a teenager listening and you think, could I do this? Try to think ahead. Try to think, like, how can I scale it up? How can I to where it's not just on me? How can I duplicate myself over and over? Or how do I hire people that are better than me and not be offended by that."
— Carl Barnhill [00:14:36 → 00:15:09]
-"Importance of Knowledge and Practice for Aspiring Creators": "For young people coming up, that it's important to know, don't skip over stuff. It's important to have some knowledge and some research into going into things. And it's also important to practice and practice and practice and create something."
— Carl Barnhill [00:16:55 → 00:17:12]
-The Power of Visual Learning in Religion: "The brain processes visuals 60,000 times faster than text... There's kind of an argument that a picture is worth 60,000 words if you can process it 60,000 times faster than, than text."
— Carl Barnhill [00:22:41 → 00:22:50]
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Welcome to this week's exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark is delighted to introduce two fantastic guests—Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales, and Sarah Humphrey, author and Mom Creative. Together they are the hosts of "The Bible for Kids" podcast.
In this episode, Mike shares his fascinating journey co-creating VeggieTales. You'll learn how beloved characters Bob and Larry were born and how VeggieTales has been teaching kids about God's love since 1993. Mike also gives us a sneak peek into his current project, "Dead Sea Squirrels," a book series that's soon to become an animated series.
Sarah Humphrey talks about her 25-year writing journey, inspired by a spiritual calling to journal, leading to her first book, "40 Days to Joyful Motherhood," and her work in children’s devotionals like "Solomon Says Devotional." She’s currently exploring new projects in children's fiction as her own kids grow.
Together, Mike and Sarah discuss their podcast, "The Bible for Kids," which offers valuable resources for Christian parents. You’ll also enjoy light-hearted moments, including jokes and riddles, adding fun to this faith-filled episode. Plus a very special version of a VeggieTales classic song in our Kids Only Segment featuring Liam Smith!
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"Reviving Christian Bookstores through Podcasts": "The podcast was actually Dan's idea, and it was born out of the desire to help serve the need that was met largely by christian bookstores for so long, where folks could walk into their local christian bookstore and say, okay, what's new out there."
— Mike Nawrocki [00:09:26 → 00:09:45]
"Balancing Life as a Homeschool Mom": "Well, I'm Sarah Humphrey. I am a mother of three, a homeschool mom. So we were actually doing school a little bit earlier today. I'm an author. I'm a guest teacher at Pure Bar, where we do exercise for women."
— Sarah Humphrey [00:04:18 → 00:04:33]
Motherhood and Devotion: "So I like to write just in a variety of different styles, but most of the time, I've been doing a lot of devotionals because I think a lot of busy parents might have five minutes in the morning to, like, feed themselves with something."
— Sarah Humphrey [00:15:15 → 00:15:30]
Exploring Fiction in Parenting: "I'm just learning kind of a little bit about story and figuring out how to kind of work a fictional story or narrative into my daily life with what's happening kind of around me."
— Sarah Humphrey [00:17:36 → 00:17:48]
The Time-Travelling Squirrels: "Merle and Pearl Squirrel are a couple of first century squirrels or an old jewish couple. Merle has always wanted to take a vacation to the Dead Sea because he heard that you can't sink."
— Mike Nawrocki [00:19:32 → 00:19:42]
Growing Up with Comedy and Faith: "I grew up just loving to make people laugh, you know, I was a biggest Muppets fan, Jim Henson fan. I love Monty Python growing up, Mel Brooks movies, and my deep, deep love was the Doctor Demento radio hour, which was like a radio parody music hour. And it's where guys like Weird Al Yankovic got his start."
— Mike Nawrocki [00:26:16 → 00:26:41]
VeggieTales Creator Explains the Show's Mission: "The hope was just to, yeah, help kids obviously know that God made them special and he loves them very much. But then also to, you know, have this awareness of this story, you know, the biblical, you know, just God's. God's story of the Bible and have, you know, be able to carry that throughout their lives and then come back and read the real story and say, oh, okay, I remember this because of this and all that."
— Mike Nawrocki [00:31:36 → 00:31:56]
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark talks with Ashley Bohinc, an expert in supporting middle schoolers with over 20 years of experience in education, athletics, and ministry.
Ashley, founder and CEO of Make it Middle School and Executive Director of Carry 117 a non-profit in Ethiopia, joins Christen to discuss navigating the beautiful and challenging transitions of middle school life. Ashley's insights and practical advice are invaluable for families and students in middle school, or getting ready to enter this transformative period.
The conversation dives into handling change, fostering open family dialogues, and the importance of our faith. Ashley's personal stories and wisdom make this episode a must-listen for anyone facing life's transitions. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Presley!
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The Inevitable Changes of Growing Up: "What I've learned after 20 plus years is not only does your body start changing when it comes to, you know, the changes that happen during puberty in middle school, but your friendships might start changing a lot. You start changing classes, your interests might start changing. Your, you know, the way that you think about things or your opinion on things might change. Your friendships, for sure, will change."
— Ashley Bohinc [00:09:31 → 00:09:53]
Navigating Middle School: "Be ready for change and have a family plan for when change happens."
— Ashley Bohinc [00:10:11 → 00:10:16]
Navigating Change: "The truth is we're all human. Like, we've all walked through these things and just happens to be."
— Ashley Bohinc [00:12:40 → 00:12:46]
Creating Meaningful Conversations with Your Preteen: "I love the idea of even a parent asking their preteen or middle schooler, like, what are three questions that you would be totally fine with me asking when you get home from school every day?"
— Ashley Bohinc [00:14:37 → 00:14:49]
Navigating Big Emotions During Change: "And so a lot of times when somebody asks us about it, we have an outpour of those emotions before we can even get to what's causing it."
— Ashley Bohinc [00:15:58 → 00:16:07]
"Drifting Apart in Friendships": "And just because you drift apart in a friendship doesn't mean you don't like each other. It doesn't mean you can't be for each other."
— Ashley Bohinc [00:18:52 → 00:19:00]
Friendships Over Time: "As I think through my life, like, there are friends that were there for a season of life. And I'm so grateful for them. They taught me so much. They helped me become a better version of myself, and then they moved on... And then there are friends, just a couple that I can see like, woven through a lot of seasons of my life, and I'm grateful for that."
— Ashley Bohinc [00:20:19 → 00:20:31]
Parent Participation Hilarity: "Well, we did a bring your parent to basketball practice day, and I don't think I have laughed so hard in my entire life."
— Ashley Bohinc [00:29:38 → 00:29:48]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! This week, host Christen Clark is joined by the incredible Sophie Hudson, bestselling author and co-host of "Big Boo Cast." Sophie brings her refreshing perspective on leadership, highlighting the importance of teachability in great leaders. Drawing inspiration from Moses in Exodus, she emphasizes the need for leaders to continually learn and grow.
Sophie and Christen dive into how our families and children can be the greatest mirrors as leaders, and the value of fostering leadership qualities in kids. They discuss practical ways for children to lead by example and recognize their unique spiritual gifts.
This episode also explores the diverse forms of leadership, showing that anyone who influences another, even in small ways, is a leader. Sophie shares engaging anecdotes from her life and books, making biblical stories relatable and injecting humor throughout the conversation.
And don’t miss the Kids Only Segment with a joke from Reid that’s sure to make you giggle!
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Learning Leadership from Moses: "Hey, like, you can't do this. It's not good for you. It's not good for them."
— Sophie Hudson [00:14:23 → 00:14:27]
"Stay Teachable, Even as a Leader": "So I think for sure, the idea that we have to be teachable, I think that's a big one."
— Sophie Hudson [00:15:23 → 00:15:28]
Commitment to Sight in Leadership: "And then I think that the big thing that unfolded for me over the course of this book is just this whole idea of our sight. The word see is all over the book of Exodus. It bookends Moses life from the very beginning. His mother could see he was a fine baby. And then when Moses dies, scripture tells us that his sight was unhindered and that we have to be people who are committed to as leaders, always checking our site... That's more of just a continual check in with the Lord, with scripture, with the Holy Spirit. Like, hey, I have anything going on here that ultimately is going to interfere with my ability to lead in a way that's healthy and that cause people to hire and better."
— Sophie Hudson [00:15:28 → 00:16:30]
The Power of Quiet Leadership: "But I think to get kids to consider, what does quiet leadership look like? What does it look like to come along somebody who's having a tough day? What does it look like to comfort a friend who hurts? That's leadership, too."
— Sophie Hudson [00:17:56 → 00:18:08]
The Power of Everyday Leadership in Children: "I think how neat to be able to, to teach constructively and to teach redemptively, even in just the middle of everyday life, where it's not some separate thing you have to do, you're just acknowledging, hey, here's where I really see you being a leader."
— Sophie Hudson [00:19:45 → 00:20:01]
The Responsibility of Being a Role Model: "If you're a kid in fifth or 6th grade, you are a rock star to somebody who's in second or third grade. And there's a responsibility that comes with that."
— Sophie Hudson [00:22:07 → 00:22:52]
Overcoming Doubts and Fears: "We can really let the what ifs start to run the show. I think that reminder, God is with me. God is before me. God is behind me."
— Sophie Hudson [00:24:51 → 00:25:02]
The Biggest Blast: "It's the simple stuff, it's the everyday stuff that's the biggest blast. So for, for parents who feel any pressure to make every moment precious, I would say you can take th
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark sits down with Jacob Hardie, a running back for the University of Georgia (UGA) Bulldogs, to share his incredible journey of faith and love for football.
Jacob's story is one of resilience and faith, from his beginnings as an unrecruited high school football player to overcoming injuries and a shortened COVID season. Jacob talks about the importance of his family's support, their love for football, and how playing for the National Champion Bulldogs helped make some of their dreams come true.
Listeners will get an inside look at the demanding schedule of a college football player, both during the summer and regular season. Jacob reveals how faith intersects with football, emphasizing teamwork, trust, and prayer in his daily life. He also shares personal trials, including the loss of loved ones, and how his Christian faith has guided him through.
Jacob's passion for the game shines through in this discussion. His story is a testament to perseverance, love for the sport, and unwavering faith. Go Dawgs!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee from provisionpods.com.
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Coping with Loss and Faith
"I've had moments where my faith has been tested. I lost my aunt in 2020 to pancreatic cancer, and she was, like, my second mom. So, like, there was a point because I didn't understand why God would let something like that happen."
— Jacob Hardie [00:04:05 → 00:04:18]
Football as a Safe Space: "Football is my biggest way to get away from that. So football has just been a very safe space. I can't play a game whenever I want, but I can always work on my game whenever I want. And that's always been very comforting for me."
— Jacob Hardie [00:05:59 → 00:06:10]
Managing Performance Pressure: "After coming to Georgia, you kinda learn to, like, not to say just forget about the bad thoughts because they're always gonna be there and they are a possibility and you don't want it to just never be in your head. But you learn to manage them."
— Jacob Hardie [00:07:50 → 00:08:00]
"Faith and Determination in Sports": "For me personally, I trust that God has a plan for me and I'm gonna stick to that."
— Jacob Hardie [00:15:37 → 00:15:40]
The Intersection of Faith and Football: "I haven't been on a football team that doesn't pray before a game. As crazy it is, even if coaches or players don't believe in God, for some reason, everybody feels like you have to pray before a game."
— Jacob Hardie [00:16:07 → 00:16:44]
"From Immigrants to Football Fanatics: 'My dad, I say he got assimilated into it because, like, now he's, like, all about football and all this stuff.'"
— Jacob Hardie [00:19:34 → 00:19:39]
A Family Affair: "And I enjoyed doing that because I know all those times we watched it in my basement. Like, as a family, we were like, I wonder what it would be like to be there. And, like, not only were we there, but we won it in in such an amazing fashion. Like, it was really nice."
— Jacob Hardie [00:20:32 → 00:20:41]
The Impact of Parental Presence: "So when I was younger, when my dad could pick me up from school, it was like a big deal for me."
— Jacob Hardie [00:26:53 → 00:26:58]
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Welcome to an exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Join host Christen Clark as she chats with Amber Pike, a children and family ministry leader since she was 15 years old and author of the Family Cookbook Devotional. Amber's unique blend of fun, faith, and humor shine through as she shares all about her journey.
Amber discusses how she came up with the idea for Family Cookbook Devotionals, combining delicious recipes with solid Biblical devotionals. She highlights the memory-making that happens when we cook together as a family, creating cherished memories, and integrating faith into everyday life. Christen and Amber discuss the importance of family devotionals, noting that parents have a crucial role in teaching their children about God, and Amber shares practical tips on different ways her family incorporates faith into daily routines, in both intentional and unintentional ways
Listeners will delight in Amber's personal stories, including the heartwarming moment when her seven-year-old daughter accepted Christ and was baptized. Plus, enjoy the "kids only" segment with a joke shared by Anna. Tune in for an episode filled with faith, family, and lifelong memories together.
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"The Importance of a Strong Foundation": "The devotion tie in was, you have to have crust on your pizza. Without the crust, you just have a hot mess in your hands. It's gooey."
— Amber Pike [00:09:36 → 00:09:42]
Teenagers Leading Devotions: "They were still my babies, they would take the kids home, and they would start leading them with their younger siblings without mom and dad. Like, mom and dad would be at work, and I'm getting pictures of them doing it, and there's no incentive to do it."
— Amber Pike [00:11:29 → 00:11:39]
The Heart of the Home: "We cook because it's a memory maker. At our house, the kitchen, it's it's the hub. You know? That's where we have conversations at the dinner table, and we have guests, and we cook together."
— Amber Pike [00:14:51 → 00:15:02]
Sentimental Pizza Kits:
"It's the it's the first one in there, but it's what kicked it off. I have a picture because I also ran my church's social media, so it's really good about posting online. So I have a picture from the first kits going home that I was promoing."
— Amber Pike [00:15:47 → 00:15:59]
Parental Responsibility in Faith: "He commanded first moms and dads. Now there is church is amazing. You guys should be plugged into a great church that is teaching you about God, that is growing your faith, but moms and dads were given the command, and we see it over and over in scripture that they are supposed to impress upon their children."
— Amber Pike [00:16:59 → 00:17:15]
Parenting and Faith: "Our faith should be lived out unintentionally, but then intentionally, moms and dads, we need to be teaching our kids about God because it is our job. It is our number one job as parents."
— Amber Pike [00:18:09 → 00:18:19]
Family Traditions: "We are probably the most consistent is that we always pray together at night before bed. And little sis picks who prays that night."
— Amber Pike [00:21:41 → 00:22:09]
"Childhood Rebellions": "Yes, I was kicked out of Sunday school as a child."
— Amber Pike [00:24:21 → 00:24:23]
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Welcome to the first episode of the 7th season of The Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark is thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Andrew Peterson, an award-winning singer, songwriter, and author of the Wingfeather Saga.
In this episode, Andrew shares insights on creativity, both in the arts and beyond, and how social media and technology can often hinder us from engaging more fully in creative endeavors. Christen and Andrew discuss the fascinating Wingfeather Saga, exploring its whimsical yet deep narrative, the joy he finds in creating unique words, animals, and plats to fill his stories, as well as the inspiration behind his new book, "The Prince of Yorsha Doon,"
As always this episode features the "Kids Only" segment with a joke from listener Reagan, and Christen invites you to join in the fun by sharing your favorite joke, bible verse, quote or song at CollideKidsPodcast.com.
Resources Mentioned:
- Andrew-Peterson.com for more about Andrew Peterson's music and books
- Wingfeathersaga.com for information on the Wingfeather Saga
- Angel Studios app for the animated Wingfeather Saga series
- "The Prince of Yorsha Doon," Andrew Peterson's new book
- CollideKidsPodcast.com for listener participation and the monthly newsletter
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"The Breadth of Creativity": "A friend of mine, Jonathan Rogers, talks about how if creativity is a pie, then the arts are only one slice of that pie. And he jokingly says they're not even a very important part of it." — Andrew Peterson 00:05:50
How Social Media Hinders Creativity: "Every moment that you're on social media is a moment that you're not writing the book or the song that you could be writing or gardening or whatever." — Andrew Peterson 00:08:09
The Return to Analog Creativity: "I actually considered working on my new book with writing it longhand. Really? With a legal pad? Yeah." — Andrew Peterson 00:08:54
Digital Detox: "I actually just bought a light phone. Have you heard of this? It's called the light phone. It's a phone that. All it does is text and call, and it works kind of like an old ipod." — Andrew Peterson 00:09:57
The Magic of Fantasy Writing: "If you're writing fantasy, one of the cool things is that you get to make up all the rules in your world." — Andrew Peterson 00:16:06
Monster Mayhem: "I get to put whatever monsters I want in the forest. I get to give the cows fangs and make them carnivorous." — Andrew Peterson 00:16:39
Unvisited Worlds in Fiction: "So one of the places in the books that we didn't get to visit in the four main four book series is the woes of Shreve and the city called Yorsha Doon." — Andrew Peterson 00:18:15
Harvesting Your Own Honey: "There is nothing quite like dipping your finger in a jar of honey that was made by bees on your own property." — Andrew Peterson 00:21:39
"Childhood Adventures": "I have this vivid memory of the feeling of danger, of climbing through the corn stalks with my brother and just catching a glimpse of the train track." — Andrew Peterson 00:25:29
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Welcome back to the Collide Kids Podcast. This is the final episode of Season 6! Hosted by Christen Clark, this episode features a very special guest: the incredibly talented Sheik Mozart. Sheik has been making an impact in the world of Church media and music for kids, blending upbeat hip hop vibes with meaningful Bible stories to create songs that kids love and parents won’t hate.
Listeners will hear about Sheik’s journey—from his childhood experiences with Photoshop, Karaoke machines, vhs tapes, to his current role as a creative director at Church Visuals. The discussion reminisces about the joy and impact of Bible-themed songs growing up and how they inspired some of Sheik's songs such as "Hee Haw, I'm a Donkey" and "Resurrected," exploring the importance of making worship music fun and engaging for the entire family.
Additionally, Sheik shares some of his favorite jokes, including one about a pig in a restaurant that sparks a hilarious conversation about the book "Monkey Farts." Whether reminiscing about the good old days of mixtapes or curious about how to make egg pizza, this episode offers a delightful mix of topics.
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"From Self-Taught to Skilled:"
"And I've really just been doing that since, really since as far as I can remember, when I was like twelve or 13, I got a copy of Photoshop and Adobe illustrator, and these are graphic design programs... And so doing that for years and years and years, eventually I got to a point where it's like, hey, I enjoy this and I can do it."
— Sheik Mozart [00:09:13 → 00:10:12]
The Origin Story of a DIY Video Enthusiast: "My dad actually was also kind of a DIY video person. We used to go to this small Brazilian church. You know, there was, like, no staff, but he kind of decided that he was going to be the video guy. So he bought a camera, he built this, like, this rig on wheels, and he would. He would film every service."
— Sheik Mozart [00:10:37 → 00:10:59]
"Creating Music for Kids and Families": "I think about the music that I would have loved to have to have heard as a kid and with videos, you know, the same thing. Like, I think about the content that I would have loved to engage with as a kid, and that's. That's really what I'm making now."
— Sheik Mozart [00:13:34 → 00:14:15]
How Childhood Memories Inspire Music: "I wouldn't call them worship songs, but they were, like, bible songs or they, you know, they were. They were just kind of fun songs."
— Sheik Mozart [00:14:41 → 00:14:47]
Childhood Songs and Spiritual Journeys: "When I think about my spiritual journey, those songs kind of created a space for me to interact with the Bible, but to do it in such a fun way."
— Sheik Mozart [00:15:20 → 00:15:28]
The Evolution of Kids Ministry Music: "All the songs were so fun, and there was. It almost felt like we didn't believe that kids could understand what worship was, you know?"
— Sheik Mozart [00:18:15 → 00:18:23]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast, a show where kids and families come together to explore how life and faith collide. In this episode, host Christen Clark talks with the incredibly inspiring Nysi Kilgore. Nysi is an entrepreneur, educator, and the founder of Rooted Anchor and Compassion in Crisis ministries. She is about to embark on an amazing 11-month mission trip across Africa, visiting countries like Tanzania, Namibia, South Africa, and Swaziland. In this episode, Nysi shares her journey, her work with children and families, and how she will use her skills to positively impact orphans, families, and communities.
The discussion dives into the wild story of how God turned Nysi's plans for a vacation upside down into a mission that will change her life forever. You'll here about her preparations, her faith, and the incredible support she has received as she gets ready for this adventure with Jesus. Get ready to be so encouraged by Nysi's story and her devotion to using her gifts for God's glory. Let's dive into it!
Go to www.rootedanchor.com/compassionincrisis to follow along Nysi's adventure in Africa!
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- "Living Abroad for a Year: Missions Work Across Four African Countries": "I have a one way ticket to the continent of Africa, and I will be living there for about eleven months doing missions work. And so I will be able to use all the skills that I have that I use here with families, with kids, and with grownups, and I will be able to use them for Jesus and to serve other people in Tanzania, Namibia, South Africa, and Swaziland, or it's been recently changed to Eswatini is the name of the country now... helping some different orphanages and some different churches and different organizations, all the things for about a year."
— Nysi Kilgore [00:05:19 → 00:06:04]
- Understanding Children's Emotions: "Sometimes, as grown ups, we can think about kids as if they're grown ups, but they're not. And we treat them like they're grown ups, but they're not."
— Nysi Kilgore [00:06:45 → 00:06:52]
- Empowering Orphanages with Life Skills: "I get to go and use those skills now at these orphanages that need systems to be put in place, and they need classes for the adults and the communities, and they need lessons for church leadership and kids ministry people."
— Nysi Kilgore [00:07:32 → 00:07:46]
- The Power of Community and Life Lessons: "God uses the lessons that we learn through those roles and who uses them to equip us, to make us who he wants us to be and for who we're going to become and what he has for us to do."
— Nysi Kilgore [00:08:46 → 00:08:55]
- Finding Purpose: The Shift from Personal Indulgence to Divine Mission: "And I was like, you know, I'm talking about blowing this money for myself, and I could really be investing and diving into what the Lord has for me. So I made the decision because that's what I was going to do. I was just going to give the whole trip to the Lord. I open my hands, I said, okay, God, what
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Welcome to The Collide Kids Podcast. In this episode, host Christen Clark talks with special guest, Ali Gilkeson. Ali is a talented performer as a member of the internationally renowned Christian band Rend Collective, and new children's book author. In this episode, listeners will explore Ali's unique journey of parenting with young children on the road while touring with her band and how her children have learned by observing their parents live out their calling and dreams in front of them. This conversation also covers her family's transition to life in Nashville, and her children now attending school for the first time. Ali shares the inspiring story behind Rend Collective's hit song, "My Lighthouse," and talks about her new children's book inspired by the song. Details about Ali's upcoming book release are revealed, along with an inspiring childhood memory. Don't miss this inspiring interview! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Zach Jones!
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"Parent-Friendly Kids' Music": "It'd be so good to have music that was hopeful and spoken message that kids could learn the words off to and that the parents, you weren't pulling your hair out while listening to it."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:04:45 → 00:04:55]
The Song That Touched Generations: "We started getting these emails of skills and summer camps and prisons, and it really connected with a whole wide scope of people. I think that was what was so amazing about it was like you had three year olds doing the actions, and then you had, you know, 80 year olds, you know, listening to it, and then everybody in between."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:09:57 → 00:10:18]
Trust in God: "Sometimes if anybody was going to show up to a show, we just had no idea. And, you know, I feel like our lives have been built on trust a lot, and having to be where they always say, trust the process. Trust the process. Or for us, it was like, just trust in Jesus. Like, trust in God. Like, what he says is true."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:13:36 → 00:13:52]
Unique Instruments in Worship: "So probably the most unique instrument that we've used is thing called the Jingling Johnny, which my husband plays."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:16:58 → 00:17:04]
Bridging the Gap Through Music: "When you hear our music, you'll hear the words in the message, but there's an invitation to it. That anyone can almost listen to it and get a hold of and be. Be captured by it a little bit, you know?"
— Ali Gilkeson [00:18:38 → 00:18:49]
Balancing Parenthood and Careers: "We didn't want to stop our lives to have kids. We just wanted to bring our kids into our lives and be like, hey, this is. This is our ministry."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:20:35 → 00:20:41]
The Greatest Gift to Your Child: "I honestly believe one of the greatest gifts you can give your child is for them to witness you living your life and not stopping your life. And so our kids have seen that."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:22:52 → 00:23:02]
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Welcome to another amazing episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, hosted by Christen Clark! This episode delves into the crucial topic of digital safety for kids and families in today's tech-driven world. This week's guest is Chris McKenna, the founder of Protect Young Eyes, a resource dedicated to providing practical solutions to keep children safe online.
Chris brings his expertise to the table, discussing how to navigate the digital landscape, particularly during the summer months when screen time often increases. We cover key factors that heighten digital risk—new places, new people, and new patterns—and offers actionable advice for parents and children to manage these challenges effectively. Open communication, setting boundaries, and understanding the influence of technology on family dynamics are also key points of focus.
You will gain invaluable tips and strategies from this conversation! So, grab your headphones and get ready for an enriching episode that provides essential insights for navigating the digital world safely.
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The Dangers of Technology: "It didn't feel like putting a hundred million people with 100 million choices inside the pockets of amazing, curious, but sometimes impulsive young people was a great idea."
— Chris McKenna [00:04:55 → 00:05:04]
"The Hidden Cost of the Internet": "I want every human listening to this, whether you're 4 or 104, to understand that almost everything that we use that's connected to the Internet wasn't designed with human flourishing in mind. Why? ... for kids listening to this, understand that everything you use connected to the Internet wants to make money. That's just the reality of it."
— Chris McKenna [00:11:33 → 00:11:54]
The Power of Relationships in Gaming and Social Media: "They know that you'll stay in the game longer because they know, just like God does, that relationships matter."
— Chris McKenna [00:13:54 → 00:14:02]
Nighttime Digital Risk for Kids: "There's something about being online at night again, that toxic trio of bedrooms, boredom and darkness that always multiplies digital problems."
— Chris McKenna [00:19:05 → 00:19:13]
Navigating Digital Boundaries for Kids: "I think that we need to just, with love and curiosity, ask loving, curious questions about what kinds of digital controls are in place in the physical places where my child is spending time."
— Chris McKenna [00:20:34 → 00:20:48]
The Importance of Knowing Other Parents: "I just think that's more necessary today that we need to know the parents of the kids that our kids are hanging out with so we can have these conversations, establish a relationship with them."
— Chris McKenna [00:22
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In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark invites listeners to explore the impactful work of There's Hope for the Hungry with special guest Dr. Tom Neville. The episode delves into how this wonderful organization in North Georgia serves those in need by providing essential groceries but also sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. You will learn about how the whole family can participate in the ministry, kids and adults alike, as they spread hope and compassion through this ministry. Join in for stories of faith, service, and the profound impact of serving others' physical and spiritual needs by putting our faith into action. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Benjamin!
Go to thereshopeforthehungry.org to learn more about this organization and ways your family can get involved.
Special Thanks to our editor Jay Lee from provisionpods.com!
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"Faith and Action": "Our ministry really is about evangelism. It's about sharing the gospel with families that are in need. And, of course, we meet their physical need with the food, but we also help with their spiritual needs."
— Tom Neville [00:04:35 → 00:04:48]
"Teaching Practical Faith": "And that's one of the great things about this ministry, is it really teaches people really how to share their faith at a very practical level, just to show their compassion for people."
— Tom Neville [00:08:04 → 00:08:15]
Passion for Missions: "Missions was really what lit my fire for Jesus, if you will."
— Tom Neville [00:13:43 → 00:13:47]
"Feeding Communities with Large-Scale Donations": "We actually have to purchase food from area food banks. And so we purchase food from the food banks that represent the counties in which we have our locations."
— Tom Neville [00:16:20 → 00:16:31]
Unexpected Caregivers in America: "Sometimes we have parents that have made some poor decisions, and so their children are back living with their grandparents, and maybe the grandparents weren't really planning on that. They weren't. They weren't expecting, you know, in their sixties, seventies, and sometimes even into their eighties, taking care of children that are, you know, that are in elementary school."
— Tom Neville [00:19:06 → 00:19:28]
The Benefit of Ministry: "We live in a world and a society where it's so much me, me, and what can I get and what do I have? And so for them to see that we are really involved in giving to others, putting the needs and the priorities of others ahead of ourselves, but also mainly to make sure that they don't just have what they need for that day or for a few days or a few weeks, but they have what they need for all of eternity. And that is a relationship with
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Welcome to a very exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast. Host Christen Clark brings you an inspiring guest today—Daniel Gil, a champion on "American Ninja Warrior" and only the 4th man in history to achieve total victory over Mount Midoriyama.
Daniel's journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and determination. From his childhood adventures on playgrounds to becoming a pro-level ninja athlete, Daniel shares how he has entrusted his dreams to God, embracing every obstacle with prayer and praise. He opens up about overcoming personal challenges, including a period of inactivity and obesity, and reveals how his love for movement and training guided him back to physical fitness. Listeners will dive deep into Daniel’s experiences on American Ninja Warrior, where he faced numerous rejections before achieving phenomenal success. He discusses the importance of embracing the process rather than just focusing on the end goal and how his faith has been a crucial factor in his journey. Additionally, Daniel shares insights on mental wellness, nutrition, and the interconnectedness between physical, mental, and spiritual strength.
So, grab your headphones and get ready for an episode filled with inspiring stories, powerful life lessons, and a whole lot of faith in Jesus. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Fisher!
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"Perseverance and Faith in American Ninja Warrior": "God, thank you for this opportunity. I'm so grateful to get to do something that I love. Now, God, with your help, give me the strength to do what I planned. I believe I'm strong enough, I believe I'll be fast enough, and I believe I can finish this course and hit that buzzer. And I'm going to lift up my hands and give you glory."
— Daniel Gil [00:12:28 → 00:12:44]
Overcoming Failure: "Sometimes the greatest ministry that we can give others is show them what it looks like to fall and fail, but get back up quickly and get back up stronger than ever."
— Daniel Gil [00:19:08 → 00:19:18]
Put God First: "Seek first the kingdom of God and live righteously and all these things will be added to you."
— Daniel Gil [00:25:20 → 00:25:25]
Upside-Down Leadership: "If you want to be first, be last. If you want to be the greatest, be the least, be the servant of everybody else and be willing to wash their feet."
— Daniel Gil [00:26:04 → 00:26:11]
Miraculous Marathon: "I said, God, I know what the Bible says, if you need to give me the strength to beat this rope, you can give me supernatural strength like you did Samson in the Bible to defeat the Philistine army."
— Daniel Gil [00:27:42 → 00:28:40]
"Faith and Triumph During the Pandemic": "And I said, God, if you brought me this far once, I'll still train, I'll still do my best, but I believe that you're going to bring me here again. And so the next year, I came back in the middle of 2020, and during the whole worldwide lockdown and the pandemic, I came back and I won season twelve of American Ninja warrior."
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Welcome to another fun episode of The Collide Kids Podcast! In this episode, host Christen Clark dives into the wonderful world of Vacation Bible School (VBS) with a special guest, Amy Fenton from Orange. Amy, who boasts 30 years of experience in kids ministry, plays a crucial role in creating and directing of VBS curriculum and providing support to churches across the nation. The episode explores why Amy prefers to call VBS "VERY BEST SUMMER", and how it offers a week filled with fun, fellowship, and faith. The historical evolution of VBS is discussed, tracing its origins from the late 1800s to today's dynamic and inclusive programs designed to celebrate Jesus and create memorable experiences. Amy shares personal insights and heartwarming stories from her extensive involvement, highlighting the significance of VBS in fostering community and helping kids make pivotal decisions to follow Jesus.
You will get excited and inspired to participate in VBS this Summer. And don't miss Christen's special Mother's Day poem write by ChatGPT! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Blake!
Special Thanks to our editor Jay Lee from provisionpods.com !
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Exploring Faith Through Fun: "VBS is a super fun week during the year for kids to come to your church and to have a blast with a big group of friends. They get to learn about Jesus. They get to play games, eat snacks, watch some cool bible stories acted out on the stage, just hang with their friends."
— Amy Fenton [00:08:07 → 00:08:28]
Impact of Childhood Religious Experiences: "But my mom was always super passionate about VBS because that's when she became a Christian at VBS, when she was a little girl. And she still, to this day, if you asked her, she is 70 years old, and she will still tell you, that was such a special moment in her life and what an impact vbs had."
— Amy Fenton [00:11:30 → 00:11:50]
Importance of Fun in Children's Lives: "I think fun is the most important thing in a kid's life, especially in the summer."
— Amy Fenton [00:13:13 → 00:13:18]
Inspiring Youth Leadership in Community Programs: "They weren't there as a helper. They truly led my kids really, really well."
— Amy Fenton [00:21:45 → 00:21:51]
Adapting Education for Modern Kids: "I mean, that's the question we even ask ourselves every year is like, okay, is the way we did it this year still relevant for this new wave of kids, this new audience? Because I feel like we always have to be willing to change and adapt for the kids that we're leading."
— Amy Fenton [00:23:25 → 00:23:42]
Spiritual Celebrations: "That's the day where we always present the plan of salvation and tell kids how much God loves them, and we want to celebrate the good news of Jesus."
— Amy Fenton [00:26:07 → 00:26:16]
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Welcome to a thrilling new episode of the Collide Kids Podcast hosted by Christen Clark! Today, we have the amazing pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented Davy Liu, an artist and animator whose magical touch graced some of Disney’s most beloved films like "Beauty and the Beast," "Aladdin," and "The Lion King." Not only has Davy worked in big-time animation, but following a spiritual calling from Jesus, he launched his own company, Kendu Films, focusing on creating animated stories with biblical themes. From childhood tales in Taiwan to shaping biblical narratives on the big screen, Davy’s journey is a testament to the power of creativity and faith that we can do all things through Christ. So grab your sketchbook and let's dive into a conversation that’s as inspiring as it is enlightening with the one and only Davy Liu. Plus kids only segment featuring Summer Jones. Don't forget to share this episode with friends and family, and remember, creativity starts with just one sheet of paper!
Check out Davy's exciting animation projects at kendukids.com.
Special thanks our editor Jay Lee from provisionpods.com!
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Inspirational Career Changes: "So 1998, after I worked, I left Disney, went to work for George on Star wars. In that two years, God gave me this wonderful revelations. Davy, yes, you can do it."
— Davy Liu [00:10:47 → 00:10:57]
Inspirational Leap: "So Kendu took a giant leaf of faith and he left the dinosaurs and he went to pursue his giant leaf dream."
— Davy Liu [00:12:23 → 00:12:29]
Innovative Family Entertainment: "That's going to be my book of revelations for twelve animated film in the next twelve years in the main theaters that every family will enjoy. Something that's wholesome, something that's biblical and something that is not churchy."
— Davy Liu [00:13:12 → 00:13:25]
Creative Visualization Techniques: "When I read the Bible, I see pictures. I don't read Bible like everybody else read Bible. When I read bibles, I go off on this la la land, and I have this wonderful imaginations."
— Davy Liu [00:18:04 → 00:18:14]
Embracing Youthful Energy at Any Age: "I'm 55, and I'm acting more like an eight year old, but my daughter's 27. She's more like a 72."
— Davy Liu [00:19:30 → 00:19:36]
Collector's Edition Books Announcement: "Yeah, I have this beautiful picture of books. They come in a new set. We just came out with a new set. There's six of them in this beautiful carton, a collector's box."
— Davy Liu [00:23:09 → 00:23:19]
Fashion Faux Pas on the Court: "I have to hold this boxers both hands. And then the inspirational came to me. I came out to the basketball court because I didn't want to let down Bruce Lee. So I pulled those boxers up to my chest and, boy, nice and snug."
— Davy Liu [00:25:17 → 00:25:30]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast, hosted by Christen Clark! Today’s episode is an exciting conversation perfect for families looking to integrate faith and creativity. We have the pleasure of talking with homeschooling mom and author Julie Parido, who shares insights from her life as a mother to 5 kids and her inventive approach to helping children memorize scripture through drawing. Julie's book, "Draw the Verse," combines biblical passages with drawing activities as a unique and effective memorization technique. From her family life to her motivations behind writing the book, Julie delves into how art can make learning Scripture engaging and memorable. Plus, stay tuned to the end for our kids-only segment where our friend Holloway shares a Bible verse. This episode is packed with inspiration, laughter, and practical tips for nurturing faith at home!
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Inspiration Behind "Draw The Verse": "One verse that we were memorizing was Jeremiah 17 five nine, which talks about how when you trust in your own heart, you're like a bush in the desert and you're not growing and spiritually dying, but when you trust in the Lord, you are like a tree by the water, and how that's growing and bearing fruit no matter what the season."
— Julie Parido [00:05:25 → 00:05:44]
Interactive Learning Techniques: "I actually found that drawing to memorize things is actually one of the top memorization techniques."
— Julie Parido [00:07:36 → 00:07:41]
Enhancing Memory with Art: "So there's actually research to show that drawing really helps you remember things. So the example they gave, like, if you were trying to memorize a list of words, instead of, like, writing out the words or just going over it over and over in your head, like, actually drawing a picture of the words, like a chair or whatever, that would help you memorize it better."
— Julie Parido [00:07:55 → 00:08:13]
The Power of Scripture: "One of them being first Timothy 316 that talks about all scripture is God breathed. So this is literally my bible here. Like, this is God's word to us. And so that's important."
— Julie Parido [00:08:52 → 00:09:03]
Navigating Life's Challenges with Faith: "So if we're going to fight against the temptations of life, we really need to know what the Bible says."
— Julie Parido [00:09:38 → 00:09:44]
Challenges in Religious Education: "Yeah, I think memorizing scripture a lot of times just feels like, let's memorize scripture. It just feels kind of, like, heavy and want, you know, like, not necessarily the most boring when, you know, we want to play video games and play with friends and, you know, so it's not necessarily like, hey, kids, let's memorize scripture. And the kids aren't always saying, yay."
— Julie Parido [00:15:22 → 00:15:44]
Revolutionizing Family Activities: "So you really only need one book for the whole family to use indefinitely. Because once you run out of illustrations in the book, you can just print more and go through it a second time."
— Julie Parido [00:18:12 → 00:18:21]
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Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Collide Kids Podcast! In this episode, host, Christen Clark, is excited to have rejoining the show the delightful Dorina Lazo Gilmore Young, a multi-talented individual who has excelled as an author, former news reporter, speaker, and food enthusiast. Dorina's first children's book, "Cora Cook's Pancit," was a resounding success, and she's on the podcast to discuss her latest work, "Kailani's Gift." This new story is rich with themes of Filipino culture, the art of dance, and the power of perseverance. The episode explores the significance of perseverance in various aspects of one’s life, including personal faith. Dorina shares the inspiring ten-year journey of her book to publication, serving as a real-life model for determination and perseverance, and shares stories and anecdotes from her own childhood, offering listeners a glimpse into the family experiences and cultural cuisine that shaped her.
Tune in to learn more about the spring giveaway where you can win a prize package. And be sure to enjoy the kids-only segment at the end of the episode with featuring Rowan Milsaps. Let's dive into the conversation!
Special Thanks to our editor, Jay Lee from provisionpods.com!
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Embracing Cultural Heritage and Perseverance: "And really, it is a story about perseverance in trying something new and how we can bless others with our gifts and talents."
— Dorina Lazo Gilmore [00:06:52 → 00:07:02]
The Value of Perseverance: "Perseverance is something that is a character quality that is so important, I think, for all of us, no matter what age we are. And really what it is about is being able to continue moving and doing something despite encountering difficulty."
— Dorina Lazo Gilmore [00:07:30 → 00:07:47]
Perseverance in Faith: "And what that looks like is it means we need to keep showing up in our relationship with God. We can do that through prayer. We can do that through reading the Bible, studying the Bible, and even being in community together."
— Dorina Lazo Gilmore [00:11:04 → 00:11:20]
Cultural Heritage and Physical Education: "This is a dance that is kind of having a resurgence with a younger generation, that kids are learning it again, partly because it's hard and also because it expresses our culture, our filipino culture."
— Dorina Lazo Gilmore [00:13:04 → 00:13:17]
Cultural Representation in Literature: "So it's teaching people about that culture because it is important for us to learn about God's people from all different lands, but also for readers who are Filipino american or who are mixed race, like my kids, to be able to see themselves in the pages of a book."
— Dorina Lazo Gilmore [00:14:34 → 00:14:52]
Overcoming Self-Doubt: "So that's something that she has to work against, is sort of that negative voice that's in her head. I think that's something we all experience, especially when we're working on something new."
— Dorina Lazo Gilmore [00:16:42 → 00:16:52]
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In today's interstellar episode of Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark takes listeners on a journey through a month dedicated to the wonders of books with 5 fantastic authors dedicated to nurturing and inspiring children in incredibly unique ways. Today's episode features an engaging conversation with author Tina Cho, the ingenious author of "God's Little Astronomer". Tina is a kindergarten teacher by day and children's book writer by night. She shares her passion for the convergence of faith and science, imparting wisdom on the majesty of God's creation as seen through the wonders of the universe. This insightful interview is sure to captivate anyone interested in the stars, space, and how it all intersects with our spiritual lives. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Dillon Milsap!
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Today's episode also includes a fun space trivia game to challenge both the young and young at heart to a cosmic battle of wits.
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Bridging Science and Faith for Children: "So I haven't seen one that mixes faith and science. So that's how I came up with it."
— Tina Cho [00:10:02 → 00:10:08]
The Wonders of Space in Education: "So I think learning about the stars is really interesting for kids, how they're all different colors of stars, and stars don't have five points. They're round spheres."
— Tina Cho [00:10:57 → 00:11:09]
The Uniqueness of Creation: "I think we can learn how creative God is. I mean, the fact that when you think about, like, asteroids, they're not anything beautiful, but each one is different from the other one. It points to how he's created us as humans. We are all different, just like our fingerprints."
— Tina Cho [00:11:32 → 00:11:52]
The Joy of Writing for Children: "writing for children, you get to write from your heart and write from your experiences and make it fun and interesting and doesn't have to be so long."
— Tina Cho [00:15:10 → 00:15:19]
The Calling to Teach: "I've always wanted to be a teacher since I was a little kid. I used to play school with my brother and sister and made them do worksheets."
— Tina Cho [00:15:51 → 00:15:59]
The Intersection of Faith and Science: "Well, science starts with God because God created the world, and the Bible speaks so much about science. The Bible is our first textbook, you know, and so everything that we learn comes from God."
— Tina Cho [00:16:59 → 00:17:16]
The Divine Personal Connection: "even though God created all this vast universe, he cares mostly for me. God's love is shown to me through his universe."
— Tina Cho [00:18:33 → 00:18:45]
Childhood Nostalgia: "Well, I already said that I used to play school with my brother and sister and made them do worksheets. But I also loved to read as a kid, and my mom read to me. And back then, when I was growing up, we had a record player, so I used to listen to stories on records."
— Tina Cho [00:19:50 → 00:20:08]
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In this episode of The Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark, continues the month of April's focus on highlighting several great authors and books as well as the Spring Giveaway. You can find details by visiting the Collide Kids Pod on social media.
Today's episode shines a spotlight on a special guest, Meredith Davis. Meredith is the author of award winning book: "Her Own Two Feet," and she's also the creator of a new superpower-themed book (first of a new series) titled "The Minor Miracle." Meredith steps into the podcast with a mission, to inspire every individual to discover and embrace their innate superpowers - those unique gifts that lie within us all.
Meredith also shares about how she discovered her superpower of reading and writing, and gives us a glimpse into the creative and collaborative process of publishing a book. This is such an encouraging interview with lessons that both kids and adults need to hear! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring 3 year old Wesley Heagy.
Special thanks to our editor Jay Lee: provisionpods.com
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The Power of Patience: "So if you've been told that you're a superpower, what if it's being patient? And so it's like, hey, you know, when other people are, like, tapping their foot and getting grouchy because it's taking too long, you just settle in and you wait in line, and you're peaceful about it, and it's not a big deal."
— Meredith Davis [00:07:46 → 00:07:59]
The Power of Kindness and Sacrifice: "Being a good friend, one of the things that Noah Minor is going to recognize in the minor miracle in the end is the importance of sacrifice."
— Meredith Davis [00:11:55 → 00:12:03]
The Power of Children's Literature: "I've been able to share those stories with other kids, and that is a huge superpower. And I don't take it lightly."
— Meredith Davis [00:13:00 → 00:13:06]
The Power of Storytelling in Children's Lives: "Every time I send out that book and a kid picks it up and they read it, I'm connected to that kid. I may never know their name. I may never hear their story. Sometimes I get to, sometimes they'll send me letters and I am just like, wow, I can't wait to start getting mail for the minor miracle because I got lots of letters for her own 2ft. In fact, I got some letters from kids that have arthrogryposis or have had surgeries and have been, like, courageous and brave and strong because of Rebecca's story. And I think, what? That's amazing, that this book, in these pages, can change a life."
— Meredith Davis [00:13:33 → 00:14:01]
The Creative Process: "Oh, gosh. So I have, I think at every stage I have favorite parts, and then I have, like, parts that are so painful. So, you know, it starts with an idea and that's always like, yes, this is my favorite part. I'm so excited. I can't wait to write this down."
— Meredith Davis [00:17:09 → 00:17:22]
The Power of Divine Timing in an Author's Journey: "I just have to trust that there's a reason that I wrote it. I wrote for many, many, many years before I even got published. And God was working in my life to teach me to be patient and to wait on his timing. And it worked out so great."
— Meredith Davis [00:24:03 → 00:24:15]
Musical Hygiene Mishaps: "But I decided I needed to go ahead and bathe my coronet. So I went home, I filled up the bathtub, I put my coronet down in there, I rinsed it out, and then I kind of shook it out, got all the water out o
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Welcome back to Collide Kids Podcast! Listen as host, Christen Clark dives into the first of five inspiring conversations as part of the April book theme. Today’s feature is Xochitl Dixon, a gifted writer for "Our Daily Bread" and "God Hears Her," as well as a new children's book author. Her journey to faith began at the age of 30, as you was influenced by receiving "Our Daily Bread" devotionals from her husband's parents as a non-believer. She will share the miraculous ways God has touched her life throughout the episode.
As a person with a disability and chicano background, Xochitl brings unique perspectives to her writing. This episode will explore how her challenging childhood shaped her intention to create a safe space for kids through storytelling, her innovative use of colors to translate emotions, and discuss her anticipated works such as "Wonderfully Marvelously Brown," a book celebrating the beauty of diverse skin tones. Also, don't miss the special Spring giveaway happening this April, with details available on social media. The episode promises to be a heartwarming journey into Xochitl Dixon's story of finding strength in God's everlasting love.
Kids Only Segment featuring Henry!
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The Essence of Daily Devotions: "So, devotions is just basically teaching God's word in a short form. Our daily bread is a very short form... what you're trying to do is put hope into people. And what I love about Our Daily Bread is that we dig into scripture, and that's what I love to do. I love to teach the word of God."
— Xochitl Dixon [00:06:53 → 00:07:28]
The Journey to Publishing a Healing Children's Book: "But it was in the perfect time when our world was kind of being torn apart and divided with racial tension. And this was a book that became the healing balm that people needed."
— Xochitl Dixon [00:10:38 → 00:10:47]
Embracing Diversity: "We're all different, so let's come together. Let's be what God intended, the family, God's family that is intentionally created to be different and diverse, because that's what the Bible says. We're all supposed to be different, you know?"
— Xochitl Dixon [00:10:51 → 00:11:04]
Transcending Emotion Stereotypes Through Color: "He showed us how to process them. And one of the things I like to do in this book is show how each color can kind of represent an emotion and how we can bring that emotion to God and how it's not necessarily the emotion that you would expect."
— Xochitl Dixon [00:15:36 → 00:15:50]
Spiritual Nurturing of Children: "And so one of the things I want to do is remind people, including adults, that kids, they're not miniature half disciples. They're full fledged disciples if they've given their life to Christ."
— Xochitl Dixon [00:16:28 → 00:16:40]
Embracing The Storm: "kids are afraid of storms, you know, I was afraid of storms in Wisconsin because that's a whole different kind of storm."
— Xochitl Dixon [00:19:34 → 00:19:40]
Healing Through Writing: "I had to face some things that I thought were healed when I first started this book, and I had to really face some things."
— Xochitl Dixon [00:22:06 → 00:22:13]
Inspiring Young Minds to Embrace Faith: "And I just felt like God reminded me that he's enough, that his presence is enough, and that knowing him is enough. But to know him, I got to know his
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Welcome back to the Collide Kids Podcast! Join host, Christen Clark, as she talk to the inspiring Melissa MacDonald. Melissa is an author, speaker, and children's ministry leader, who shares her moving experiences with foster care, adoption, and her life-long devotion to advocacy for children. We also dive into what's "good" about Good Friday and the celebration of Easter, sprinkled with some talk about the absolute best Easter candies. Melissa also talks about her compelling book, "Discipling World Changers," filled with insights on raising kind, brave, and loving kids to become active participants in their faith. This episode is not just a conversation, it’s a call to action for parents and ministers to nurture the next generation of world changers, equipped to live out their faith boldly. So gather your family, tune in, and let's collide with faith, laughter, and stories that empower us to disciple our children. Let's raise a generation to change the world, together on the Collide Kids Podcast! Happy Easter!
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The Importance of Foster Care: "Okay, so foster care is something that people can do to give kids a home who don't have a safe home to be in. And so oftentimes we have kids that are in homes that aren't safe, whether mom and dad aren't financially able to take care of them or emotionally able or whatever, or the state has come in and said, this is just not a safe home because mom and dad are making poor choices or wherever they're living. Oftentimes there's not a mom and a dad. And so what happens is those kids are taken out of their home, and they need a safe place to be while mom and dad or mom or dad or grandma or whoever it is, kind of works on themselves."
— Melissa MacDonald [00:07:58 → 00:08:36]
Unexpected Joy in Foster Care Adoption: "So we got a call about two and a half years ago about a seven year old boy. Would you be interested in taking him? And it went against the odds of everything we were told. Everybody said, oh, you'll get a sibling set, so you'll get a brother and a sister or three brothers or seven. And we were told, too, we would get a younger one. Like, look for a baby. We had a crib and all of that. And then we got a call about the seven year old boy, and they called us because he loved to go to church, and so they wanted to put him in a home where he could go to church, and so we prayed about it."
— Melissa MacDonald [00:09:14 → 00:09:44]
Raising Transformational Generations: "what if we raise up a generation that changes the world instead of the world changing them?"
— Melissa MacDonald [00:12:43 → 00:12:48]
Finding Grace in Imperfection: "Like, we just serve a God who can make beauty out of a fragile clay jar. And I love that picture. I love that reminder, because I am mess up all the time, all the time. And I love that idea that actually, in my mess ups, we serve a God who, out of chaos, brings order and brings beauty."
— Melissa MacDonald [00:16:21 → 00:16:38]
Parenting and Faith: "Even if you think, I've not been doing anything spiritual, you have been. Maybe you haven't been intentionally doing it, but you have been."
— Melissa MacDonald [00:19:35 → 00:19:41]
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Welcome to another episode of Collide Kids Podcast! Today's episode, hosted by Christen Clark, features an extraordinary couple, Will and Courtney Kassner from Crew & Co who will discuss their evolution from crafting captivating Instagram posts to developing their full-color devotional products, including the "Abundant Grace" devotion cards and their enriching 40-day devotional book of the same name. The conversation will cover their teamwork in creating these products, the role of divine grace in daily life, and how their artistic inclinations have led to children's literature and the delicate art of Bible restoration. Listeners will learn about Courtney's vibrant artistic vision and her childhood inspirations that now amplify their business, while Will shares how their kids are weaving into the fabric of their family's creative outreach. The couple will also share amusing anecdotes of when creativity met with unexpected challenges. This episode is filled with chuckles and insights, and it highlights the passion the Kassners have for their work and faith. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Braden Herring!
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Faith-Based Entrepreneurship: "We have three kids, ages six, eight, and ten, so we like hanging out with them a lot. But we also have a small business where we sell scripture cards and lots of faith based family devotional products. We do bible rebinding and custom bibles. And we're authors now, too."
— Courtney Kassner [00:03:41 → 00:04:01]
Reviving the Art of Book Rebinding: "And I learned how to do, like, book rebinding and stuff through classes online, figured it out because everything is figureoutable, and showed him how to do it."
— Courtney Kassner [00:07:28 → 00:07:39]
Turning Digital Inspiration into Tangible Treasures: "So we already have devotional cards that are titled abundant grace devotion cards. And that, again, it all goes back to what we're posting on Instagram. Those cards were created from the stuff that we post on Instagram turned into a physical product."
— Courtney Kassner [00:13:31 → 00:13:50]
Embracing Color in Design: "I just can't do the neutrals... it felt wrong for me to design that many neutral things, but I tried it."
— Courtney Kassner [00:17:58 → 00:18:03]
Behind the Scenes of Publishing: "I don't think people realize the work and the people that are a part of a publishing team."
— Courtney Kassner [00:18:29 → 00:18:54]
Creative Beginnings in Family Projects: "So that first set of scripture cards, like, one or two of the backgrounds was made by him. So that was fun. It's kind of like abstract looking. A little one year old painting."
— Courtney Kassner [00:21:32 → 00:21:42]
Child Prodigy Designs for Small Business: "And so some of the posts that we've done on Instagram with the colorful backgrounds, the abstract backgrounds, have been designed by her."
— Courtney Kassner [00:21:57 → 00:22:04]
Camping Escapades: "And so somehow I got the crazy horse, and he was behind me. But we were walking through woods on a trail. My horse decided to go off the trail almost down in this ditch. And then it realized it got stuck."
— Courtney Kassner [00:24:10 → 00:24:26]
Horseback Mishap: "Like, there was no way out of the ditch but to launch itself up the side of the ditch. My saddle's falling off. I'm, like, sideways on the horse. And so, obviously I survived. But that was apparently a ve
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In this episode of Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark welcomes Joleen Steel, the dynamic co-founder of Camping Stick Kids. Joleen recounts her spiritual path from a pastor's child, watching her faith take shape in grand stadium crusades, 20 years as a kindergarten teacher, to her role in nurturing children's Christian faith and adventurer spirit through Camping Stick Kid. We will explore the mission of Joleen's ministry, which intertwines appreciation for the great outdoors with a guide for how kids can share their faith with their friends with lots of practical approaches to community building and friendship forging right at home. She advocates for the formation of neighborhood clubs and gives insights into transforming simple gatherings into opportunities for fellowship and evangelism. AND Joleen shares her hidden talent for sounding like a human bagpipe, you won't want to miss! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Cami.
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Grounding the Emerging Generation in Faith: "It's to ground the emerging generation in a robust and resilient christian faith so that they can share the love of God with their peers."
— Joleen Steel [00:05:39 → 00:05:48]
Building Community Connections: "Well, there's a scripture verse that tells us that we can be strong and courageous and that the Lord our God goes with us everywhere. So the first thing I'd say is, ask God for courage and then just be aware when you're outside."
— Joleen Steel [00:10:29 → 00:10:44]
The Essence of Commission in Teaching: "Well, first of all, I'm a teacher, so I just want to tell you guys, when you think about commission, I want you to think about it as a super important job that you have been told to do and that you get to do. So that word can sometimes be confusing, like great commission. What's that mean? It's not just Jesus saying, do this. It's actually a really important assignment, and he's sending you out to complete that assignment."
— Joleen Steel [00:12:57 → 00:13:27]
Creating Community: "We have an entire packet. I'm going to offer to you all for free to plan your own backyard club. And you can use it for any club."
— Joleen Steel [00:13:47 → 00:13:57]
Backyard Fun with Themed Stations: "We decided what our theme was going to be. We set up stations outside, so we set up a volleyball net for water volleyball. We had another station that was sort of the music station, and we hung tin cans and put buckets and sticks and stuff to make music outdoors. We had a book area out on the porch. We had a craft table, so we had all these stations set up, and then we set up who's going to lead the stations?"
— Joleen Steel [00:20:26 → 00:20:57]
Personal Transformation: "jesus died for thieves and liars. And my heart knew I was a thief and a liar because I had lied to my parents initially about that ball."
— Joleen Steel [00:25:12 → 00:25:22]
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In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, it's all about the power of words and how they can shape our lives and relationships. Host Christen Clark welcomes special guest Jason Raitz, an expert communicator with 26 years of pastoral experience, and the founder of Speak With People. Jason shares personal stories from his childhood that highlight the transformative power of words. We'll explore how even as kids, you all have the power to uplift others with what you say and how you say it. Jason will remind us why laughter is such an essential ingredient in breaking down barriers and establishing trust. We’ll also talk about technology’s impact on our interactions, the danger of toxic communication habits, and the significance of not just talking "at" people, but "with" them. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Lottie Yount!
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The Impact of Communication on Childhood: "Yeah, I think, like many of us, I have either been launched or sunk by either my own communication or someone else's communication in my life."
— Jason Raitz [00:07:25 → 00:07:36]
The Power of Affirmation: "And my small group leader, Andy stopped me and he just said, before we go over there, what's it going to take for you to realize how incredible you are?"
— Jason Raitz [00:09:25 → 00:09:34]
Parenting and Leadership: "When I get to that moment where I asked my kid to do something for the fourth time, and then I get impatient and I snap and I have one of those what were you thinking? Moments. Well, I can trace it back to, okay, I'm not taking time in solitude, or I'm not taking time to drink water."
— Jason Raitz [00:24:59 → 00:25:14]
The Power of Emotional Control: "Your emotions don't control you, so you've got a handle on your emotions."
— Jason Raitz [00:26:32 → 00:26:37]
The Power of Valuing People's Stories: "You value someone's story by learning it and remembering it. Our stories are so valuable and so important."
— Jason Raitz [00:29:25 → 00:29:33]
The Power of Laughter in Leadership: "Because life is so hard. Things have been said to them, and they put up these walls, and laughter just deconstructs those. And I'm actually able to say things to people that you'd be shocked because they trust me and they come up to me afterwards and you would think that we've known each other for years, but because I've been vulnerable, because we've laughed together, there's that trust level there."
— Jason Raitz [00:35:19 → 00:35:39]
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In this episode of the Collide Kids Podast, we're thrilled to welcome Adam Sculnick, an incredible dad and the lead pastor at a dynamic church in Fremont, Michigan. Adam joins host Christen Clark to talk about the book he's written called "Intentional Fatherhood", available on Amazon, that teaches dads seeking to be more involved in their kids' faith journey . We dive into Adam's insights on the importance of faith in the family, and the crucial role dads play in shaping their children's spiritual lives. Adam shares some of his insightful and unique ideas, including a game father's could play with their kids to get them excited about the Bible, as well as the great value of humility and learning new answers together with our children. You are going to love this conversation about being a spiritually intentional dad on the Podcast today. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Easton and Ryder!
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The Evolution of Family and Faith: "There's this shift that's happened where my parents generation, the people above me, they were raised in like a counterculture where they didn't love but were forced to go to church. Then there was a shift. They sort of rebelled against that. So they allowed my generation to not see it as a priority. So then there's been another shift where it's become a priority, but my generation is not equipped, and so they pass it on to people who are."
— Adam Sculnick [00:07:31 → 00:07:59]
The Shift in Christian Practice: "And so you see a lot of education being done by the state, so whatever school the kid goes to and religious education, especially in Christianity, being done by the church. So kids go to children's ministry and then youth ministry and then young adult ministry, and the parents go to worship. And it's like a separate thing that they just do at the same time. But what ends up happening is in the home, it looks very much like every other home. It's a secular environment. So the kids are doing their thing and the adults are doing their thing. And even when they're together, faith is not the center of it. But if you look back historically, Christianity had almost always been that the home was the center of your faith, and then it worked itself out into the church and the community."
— Adam Sculnick [00:07:59 → 00:08:42]
Engaging Men in Church Life: "As it turns out, men are the largest lacking demographic in most north american churches. Men don't come to church. Moms bring their kids. Men go fishing or watch football or sleep in because they worked all week or whatever, but it's just not a priority for men."
— Adam Sculnick [00:08:55 → 00:09:12]
Intentional Fatherhood: "So it's meant to help you get back into that old pattern of men teaching their sons to be men who can then teach their sons to be men. And then we have generations of strong men who can lead in their churches and lead in their homes, not because women can't, but because women shouldn't do it by themselves."
— Adam Sculnick [00:10:05 → 00:10:22]
Father-Son Relationships: "So, like the subtitle of the book is a tactical guide to deeper gospel centered relationships between fathers and sons."
— Adam Sculnick [00:14:03 → 00:14:09]
The Importance of Fatherhood: "If the father and husband is serving properly, then he's loving his child the way that God loved him, and he's loving his wife the way Christ loved the church."
— Adam Sculnick [00:19:40 → 00:19:49]
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In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark and guest Corinne Noble dive into the topic of creativity. Exploring Corinne's journey of recognizing her own creativity, they share valuable insights on embracing and nurturing creativity, even if you don't think you are a creative person, and how God Himself is the ultimate creative person. And don't miss the fun kids-only segment. Tune in for this inspiring discussion on the power of creativity! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Elizabeth!
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Pursuing a Childhood Calling: "I was actually called to be a kids pastor, and I was like ten years old. And I thought that that's what it was going to look like for me forever, that I was just going to be a kids pastor at a church."
— Corinne Noble [00:05:02 → 00:05:48]
Discovering Hidden Creativity: "I just started to discover this new creativity in myself that I didn't realize was there."
— Corinne Noble [00:06:58 → 00:07:48]
Redefining Creativity: "I thought I wasn't creative, because I really was, like, putting creativity in a box, it's crazy because creativity literally cannot be contained. It's creativity."
— Corinne Noble [00:08:16 → 00:08:27]
The Nature of Human Creativity: "I think that's because it goes back to just the fact that God is the creator, right? He's the creative creator, and he created everything out of nothing. And he created all of us in his image. So I really believe that if we're created in God's image, then if he's the creative creator, why wouldn't he make all of us to be creative as well? I mean, we're all created in his image, so he's created all of us with unique talents and giftings, and we can see creativity in each one of those things if we look for it."
— Corinne Noble [00:10:41 → 00:11:12]
Divine Inspiration and Creativity: "For me, the way that my creativity started to come out was just listening to God's call and listening to God's voice and him telling me to do things. I mean, I felt like he said, start doing this, right? And I was like, I don't know how to do this, God. I didn't know how to do it on my own. I had to rely on God, because without him, honestly, I never would have even tried to do the things that I've done in my ministry and even in my life."
— Corinne Noble [00:11:43 → 00:12:10]
Unlocking Creativity: "The first thing you have to do is stop saying that you're not creative."
— Corinne Noble [00:15:09 → 00:15:13]
Embracing Creativity: "So when we say, I'm not creative or I can't do that, that's very powerful and it is negative. So we want to change that verbiage and start saying, I'm finding my creativity."
— Corinne Noble [00:15:44 → 00:15:56]
Fostering Creativity: "Just being outside makes me feel more creative, or I like to juggle. If I juggle, honestly, because I've juggled for so long, it takes my mind off things and I get ideas."
— Corinne Noble [00:16:53 → 00:17:00]
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Welcome to another episode of The Collide Kids Podcast! Today we have a special guest, Michael Pritchard, who shares his insights on how to engage preteens with the Bible in a fun and meaningful way. Michael, the host of the "Chicken and Waffles Podcast for Preteens", brings his expertise as a former preteen pastor and a father of two preteen boys. In this episode, we explore the challenges of finding age-appropriate resources for preteens and the importance of allowing children to engage and even question the Bible. We also discuss the significance of integrating the Bible reading and application into everyday life and parents who model this for them. So, whether you're a parent, church leader, or simply interested in helping preteens navigate their faith, you're going to be inspired by this conversation. Plus kids only segment featuring Patrick Smith!
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The Impact of Preteens on Faith: "One, preteens are the best kids on the planet. So if you're listening and you're somewhere between nine and twelve, you're the coolest. Okay? So just know that I think that, and I love working with them and teaching with them because they're so hungry to hear, you know, in this age group, they are the most likely to respond to God's truth and to become followers of Jesus in this age group."
— Michael Pritchard [00:06:55 → 00:07:21]
Viral Topic: Importance of Biblical Study for Modern Life
Quote: "And that's why on the podcast, we go through scripture chapter by chapter. So we're not jumping around all over the place. ... they need to know how that applies to them in this modern world that we live."
— Michael Pritchard [00:09:54 → 00:10:02]
Viral Topic: Fostering independent Bible reading in preteens
Quote: "My win is when a preteen reads the Bible for themselves, because that's my end goal. My end goal is not that a family will be dependent upon a podcast for their kid to learn the Bible."
— Michael Pritchard [00:12:21 → 00:13:08]
Dealing with Kids' Doubts About the Bible: "That is a great question."
— Michael Pritchard [00:15:51 → 00:15:53]
Viral Topic: Encouraging Questioning and Curiosity in Preteens
Quote: "But let's find out together. And preteens will love that, and they'll see that questions are okay, because one of the worst things to tell a kid is to say, well, you just got to believe more, and then you're going to be fine."
— Michael Pritchard [00:16:24 → 00:16:39]
"Teaching Kids to Apply God's Word": "What does it mean? And then what should I do? Because if you just read the Bible, then you haven't done much. You've learned something, but you haven't truly ingested it."
— Michael Pritchard [00:18:06 → 00:18:17]
Teaching Kids to Read the Bible: "But you know what I still have to do each day is spend time in God's word. And so that as my children get older, they know that I prioritize reading the Bible because they see me doing it."
— Michael Pritchard [00:19:33 → 00:19:46]
Teaching Kids to Engage with the Bible: "What it looks like to read the Bible themselves, to wrestle with it, ask questions, and then come up with, how can we obey it this week together?"
— Michael Pritchard [00:20:46 → 00:20:56]
The Power of Childlike Faith: "And what's great is that kids inwardly believe the Bible. And if they know where Jesus says, hey, if you seek first the kingdom of God, then God is going to take care
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Welcome to today's episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! We'll be diving into the world of entertainment, screens, and media with Adam Holz and Paul Asay, who have been guiding families through movie, tv show and other media content reviews through Plugged In, a part of Focus on the Family. We'll explore their new book "Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family," and the valuable wisdom and advice they provide on navigating technology, screens, and pop culture. Grab a seat and join us as we discover how life and faith collide in the world of entertainment today! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Elizabeth Smith.
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Parenting in the Digital Age: "The goal is not perfection. The goal is not to be bound up with some idea that if we don't get it right, our kids are going to be damaged forever."
— Adam Holz [00:05:32 → 00:05:41]
ViralMovies: "It's actually a little bit shocking to go back and watch. I mean, you can just go down the list, 16 candles, Ghostbusters, and be like, oh, my, the Goonies."
— Adam Holz [00:13:27 → 00:13:39]
Viral Topic: Rediscovering Classic Movies
Quote: "I think that we will find it has more content than you remember."
— Adam Holz [00:13:51 → 00:13:54]
The Impact of Entertainment on Worldview: "Our goal is to give parents a little bit of hope here. I hope that's not too lofty a goal, but it can feel overwhelming, and we hope that this is a tool that maybe makes you feel a little bit less overwhelmed."
— Adam Holz [00:16:56 → 00:17:11]
The Reset: "If I want to get healthier, I have to pay attention to what I eat. If I want to be financially in a more sound place, I've got to be intentional about how we're spending our money as a family, how I'm spending it. And I think that screen time, like both of those things, we can tend toward chaos."
— Adam Holz [00:18:45 → 00:19:04]
Controlling Screen Time: "If we want to get screen time under control in our family, it's got to start with us and start with our own boundaries and really setting those boundaries for ourselves because I think that gives us the credibility to try to help our kids."
— Adam Holz [00:19:26 → 00:19:39]
"Tech-Free Tuesdays": "And we have a guy that we work with, Jonathan McKee, who's written a number of things for Focus as well. And he, for a long time, did tech free Tuesdays, and his kids hated it at first, but then it became their favorite day of the week. It became something they look forward to. So it's not just about deprivation, but it's that opportunity to engage relationally."
— Adam Holz [00:21:20 → 00:21:39]
Viral Topic: Cotton Candy
Quote: "My wife has developed a strange and wonderful fixation with corgi videos. So she's constantly like, last night, she was showing me this video of a big fat corgi puppy trying to jump in a bathtub, and he couldn't make it. And it was funny."
— Adam Holz [00:24:32 → 00:24:48]
Viral Parenting Trends: "And each week we're going to take three stories that we feel like parents need to know about and very succinctly give you kind of the so what? Why does this matter for me and for my kids?"
— Adam Holz [00:29:49 → 00:29:59]
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In today's episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Alyssa Clements, an author and former third-grade teacher. Alyssa shared with us about her exciting new book for kids called, "The Size of Everything," which explores the fascinating world of science and faith. She discusses how her love for teaching and her passion for science led to the creation of this unique book that takes readers on a journey starting from the size of an eight-year-old all the way to the smallest and biggest things in creation. We also delve into the fascinating relationship between science and faith, how they intersect, and how God's creation points back to Him. This episode is filled with fun jokes, a game, and inspiring ideas for both kids and families to continuously explore and learn more about the wonder of God and His creation. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation on the Collide Kids Podcast!
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"Discovering Opportunities in Publishing": "So that's kind of where this book came from, is I saw a hole, and it was like, just kind of being in the right place at the right time and having an opportunity to pitch something, which is really fun."
— Alyssa Clements [00:09:37 → 00:09:48]
The Surprising Path to Becoming an Author: "I never expected to be an author, but God was just kind of prompting me, like, take a know, take a risk, see if this could be a thing."
— Alyssa Clements [00:10:25 → 00:10:34]
Viral topic: Children's Science Books
Quote: "And then it also talks about how God has created us as people in his image to glorify him, to be in relationship with him, do his work in the world."
— Alyssa Clements [00:11:10 → 00:11:20]
Viral Topic: Finding Inspiration in Teaching
Quote: "But I think from teaching, especially astronomy, my kids just loved it. Like, my students loved astronomy, and seeing their excitement for it made me want to teach it and made me want to learn more on my own so that I could bring it into the classroom."
— Alyssa Clements [00:15:21 → 00:15:36]
The Intersection of Faith and Science: "Look at creation and therefore be reminded of who God is and that he cares for you and what his character is."
— Alyssa Clements [00:17:42 → 00:17:49]
The Intersection of Science and Faith: "It's okay to have questions. It's okay to not understand how it all fits together because we trust, right at the end of the day, we're trusting that God is the one who's holding it all together."
— Alyssa Clements [00:18:31 → 00:18:42]
The Importance of Curiosity in Discovering God's Creation: "Isn't God so creative in what he's done there? I think asking questions, not being afraid to talk about it with your family, ask Alexa, ask Google questions that you have, or go to the library just to kind of go down those rabbit trails and know that there are things that we can learn about God and his world."
— Alyssa Clements [00:20:24 → 00:20:45]
Unconventional Ways to Engage Kids in Science: "So just being curious, I think there are a lot of different ways that we can approach it without working too hard."
— Alyssa Clements [00:21:58 → 00:22:05]
Memories of Growing Up in Northern California: "One time a seagull, I guess, came up and took the cheese out of my sandwich and ate it while I was holding it."
— Alyssa Clements [00:23:57 → 00:24:05]
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Welcome to Collide Kids, where faith, fun, and families come together! In today's episode, host Christen Clark is joined by Derek Altom, director at D6 Family Ministry, husband, father of four boys, and a foster parent. Together, they dive into the topic of generational discipleship and the crucial partnership between the church and parents in passing on faith to the next generation. They discuss the impact of influential adults in children's lives and share personal stories that highlight the significance of intentional faith conversations. From sharing dad jokes to discussing the D6 everyday foundations curriculum, this episode is a heartfelt exploration of making faith and discipleship a routine part of family life. So grab your kids, gather around, and join us for an inspiring and insightful conversation! Plus Kids only segment featuring Emma Yount!
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Inspiring Faith in the Next Generation: "The goal is to pass our faith from one generation to the next."
— Derek Altom [00:08:56 → 00:08:59]
The Power of Family in Shaping Values: "I had a really good nucleus of people in my life that instilled a biblical worldview in me, that instilled scriptural foundation in me, that made sure that we were putting in the dna of our everyday lives, biblical principles."
— Derek Altom [00:10:44 → 00:11:00]
The Importance of Faith in Youth Development: "It's not the church doing it by itself because that's a failing model."
— Derek Altom [00:11:34 → 00:11:38]
Viral Topic: Stickability Factors for Young Adults in Church
Quote: "I'm looking for a church that's really going to champion these type of stickability factors. And those stickability factors would be deep Bible engagement."
— Derek Altom [00:12:50 → 00:12:59]
The Importance of Family Involvement in Church: "If you're a new family walking into a church, let's say my family walks into a church, we look like an army, the six of us coming into a church. If the six of us are walking into a brand new church, there's nothing more kind of, like, fearful sometimes than being a first time guest at a church. But if you open the doors of the church and you're greeted by, let's say, a mom or a dad and a kid welcoming people to church, come on. That immediately helps the kids who are walking in the door. But it also is instilling something in that kid who's greeting, who's serving alongside mom and dad that I have a part to play in the body of Christ. I'm not the church of tomorrow."
— Derek Altom [00:13:27 → 00:14:25]
Family Learning and Connection: "So what I'm learning as a 41 year old in my life group, so is my eight year old and so is my eleven year old and my 16 year old and my 18 year old. We're all learning the same thing."
— Derek Altom [00:18:11 → 00:18:21]
Intentional Faith Conversations in Family Ministry: "So it's not just like learning this over here and my son's learning this over here and my son's learning this over here. We're all learning the same thing and then we're having conversations about it and we're digging deeper on it and it just creates an intentional faith conversation opportunity that's kind of our bread and butter in what we do."
— Derek Altom [00:19:11 → 00:19:29]
D6 Conference Philosophy: "This is what we think is biblical and this is what you ought to be doing."
— Derek Altom [00:20:07
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Welcome back to Collide Kids Podcast! In today's first episode of 2024, Rachael Hession, a label executive in the music industry for TRIBL Records, shares her inspiring story of faith and unlikely journey into the role of promoter . Rachael has promoted for some of best known Christian artists in the world such as: Chris Tomlin, Toby Mac, Crowder, to Maverick City, Chandler Moore, Housefires, and more! Rachael's story is filled with surprises and divine interventions. Join us for an episode full of encouragement and fun for the whole family!
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How to Promote Your Music on Radio: "You could hire your own independent radio promoter. They have the relationships with the radio stations, so they will call them on your behalf and let them know that your song is available."
— Rachael Hession [00:10:18 → 00:10:28]
The Influence of Promoters and Programmers in the Music Industry: "The promoter's relationship with the station really matters because if you're working a song, it's your stamp of recommendation."
— Rachael Hession [00:12:04 → 00:12:12]
"Local Radio Programming and Community Engagement": "Local radio is local because every community needs something different. I can't do the same pitch to Baltimore as I would Sioux Falls because their demographics and their community needs are wildly different."
— Rachael Hession [00:13:13 → 00:13:29]
The Impact of Working with Emerging Artists in the Music Industry: "It's really fun to come in and kind of be at the start point of somebody's journey and watch it build and grow."
— Rachael Hession [00:15:24 → 00:16:07]
Viral Topic: Pursuing a Career in Music Business
Quote: "I just knew I wanted to be around music, and I wanted to do something that was more behind the scenes."
— Rachael Hession [00:18:13 → 00:18:14]
Viral Topic: Unlikely Opportunities
Quote: "He was like Sandy, Patty's producer. He worked with so many incredible, incredible, legendary acts. And Greg was like, I'm going to make it my goal to get you an internship this summer."
— Rachael Hession [00:19:57 → 00:20:09]
Viral Topic: Family Traditions
Quote: "My mom had one of those china red plates that say, you are special today... If it's your birthday or you got an A on a test that you studied really hard for, you got a big role in a play or clinched a championship, you would get that red plate at dinner, and the whole family would sit around and they would go around and say three things they love about the person being honored."
— Rachael Hession [00:25:35 → 00:25:53]
Family Traditions: "So as we got older, we started to learn, just, like, honestly, how special it is to have your nuclear family see you and speak into you and even see things that maybe you felt like you lost over the year, that they still see in you is really special."
— Rachael Hession [00:26:29 → 00:26:45]
Here's to a great 2024 Season!
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Get ready for a very special Christmas episode of the Collide Kids Podcast featuring an entire episode that is kids-only! Host Christen Clark introduces nine wonderful kids who will be reading the Christmas story from Luke 2:1-20. Their joyful voices (and sound effects) will warm your heart and remind you of the true meaning of Christmas.
Kids Only episode featuring Paxton, Colter, Saylor, Eleanor, Evie, Iris, John Wyatt, Ethan, and Charis.
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HAPPY CHRISTMAS! Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! In this episode, host Christen Clark is joined by Anthony Russo, the creator of The Bible is Funny instagram account, podcast, and card game. We'll explore the humorous side of the Bible, including what's funny about the Christmas story, funny Christmas songs, and hear about Anthony's unique approach to blending his love for comedy and faith. Join us for a lighthearted and fun discussion with Anthony Russo! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Evie!
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Special thanks to our very talented editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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Quote: "I had kind of a moment in my faith where I was like, I talk a lot about the Bible. I tell other people to read the Bible, and there are whole chunks of the Bible I am incredibly unfamiliar with. I'm like, I don't know what's going on. And it really struck me that I was like, this is funny because this would be so ridiculous about any other book, right? You'd be like, if you're like, no, I'm a diehard The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe fan. I love it."
— Anthony Russo [00:04:30 → 00:05:03]
Viral Topic: Early Influences in Comedy
Quote: "I was struck very early on by a show on tv called Whose Line is it Anyway? Where they would do improv comedy."
— Anthony Russo [00:07:58 → 00:08:05]
Viral Topic: The Power of Improv
Quote: "A lot of my best friendships were formed from my early years of doing improv because you really are, like, in this trust with the person you're doing a thing with that you are each other's only hope. There's nothing written."
— Anthony Russo [00:09:49 → 00:10:00]
Viral Topic: Exploring the Bible through Fun Stories
Quote: "I had jotted down all these verses and these passages and these little stories that would be sandwiched into a book that don't get talked about a lot or won't come up in a Sunday sermon because there's not a whole lot there. And they're kind of, like, just funny."
— Anthony Russo [00:12:00 → 00:12:15]
Viral Topic: Benefits of Being Bald
Quote: "I'm a bald man, so it's one of our benefits. One of the few benefits of being bald is you can throw on a wig and it's like, and it works great. It works better than most."
— Anthony Russo [00:13:07 → 00:13:16]
"Creating a Bible-Themed Party Card Game": "And we put them into these fun little cards. And so you try to match this wildly out of context Bible verse with the prompt and see who can make the funniest match."
— Anthony Russo [00:15:11 → 00:15:21]
Viral Game Design: "I had a passion for. I wanted to make a game like this in this kind of style that was fun, funny."
— Anthony Russo [00:15:33 → 00:15:39]
The Bible and Joyful Experiences: "I want people to have these positive, joy filled experiences with the Bible."
— Anthony Russo [00:17:08 → 00:17:13]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! In this episode, host Christen Clark introduces guest Jen Bleakley, author of the Paw Verbs devotional series.Together, they discuss the power of animal stories in teaching kids about themselves and God. Jen shares her journey from grief counseling to writing about animals and introduces her devotional book series that gently helps kids process big feelings through the lens of animal stories. Join us as we explore the joy and wisdom animals bring and delve into the value of devotionals in grounding ourselves in God's word. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Bella!
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The Power of Prayer: "After my kids went back into school or started school, I started praying and just asking God, what would you have me do in this new season of life? And several weeks into praying those prayers, I met a blind horse named Joey who would change my life."
— Jen Bleakley [00:04:17 → 00:04:31]
The Healing Power of Animals: "I was just so mesmerized by how God was using a blind horse to help people see hope that I went home and told my husband and my kids about it."
— Jen Bleakley [00:04:36 → 00:04:44]
Overcoming shyness: "And I developed a love for the written word through those letters with my dad. Just never thought I would do anything with it professionally."
— Jen Bleakley [00:05:28 → 00:05:34]
The Power of Animals: "Recognizing that animals can teach us to be good listeners, to be present with another person and to be that source of unconditional love and acceptance, so for sure how to be a good listener."
— Jen Bleakley [00:11:53 → 00:12:06]
The Importance of Rest and Play: "My golden retriever is really good at that, that she doesn't take herself too seriously or seriously at all."
— Jen Bleakley [00:12:10 → 00:12:16]
The Healing Power of Therapy Animals: "So that a person who's trustworthy and wants to help can get in, but the animal provides the door."
— Jen Bleakley [00:15:32 → 00:15:39]
Family and Spirituality: "I love just the short format of devotionals and the chicken nuggets of spirituality."
— Jen Bleakley [00:20:38 → 00:20:44]
Living Life to the Fullest: "For us to live life to the fullest, for us to be able to help other people, for us to be able to make a positive difference in this world, we need the source that is love itself. That's God."
— Jen Bleakley [00:21:27 → 00:21:39]
The Power of Uniqueness: "And so I think kids are going to relate to a lot of those kind of ideas of what do you do when you feel different? What do you do when you feel really scared about something? How can you process big, angry feelings and having these animal teachers to help kind of show and guide."
— Jen Bleakley [00:24:56 → 00:25:14]
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In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, Host Christen Clark interviews Dioany Yousuino, who shares her powerful testimony of receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift as a child in the Amazon of Venezuela. She recounts how God divinely orchestrated the gifts she received in that box, highlighting the intimate love and faithfulness of God. Dioany's story is a beautiful example of hope, faith, and the power of even the smallest act of generosity. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Josie Coleman!
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Venezuela's Economic Crisis: "And Venezuela went through a really hard situation in the economy because I remember going to the grocery store and it was really hard to find the shelf just empty. It was really hard to find like a bag of sugar, a bag of rice, black beans, everything."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:06:59 → 00:07:13]
"The Power of Persistence": "I remember that I had this desire to have really good quality markers because I really wanted to draw that perfect line in the paper."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:08:06 → 00:08:13]
The Power of Faith: "Take delight in the Lord and he will give you the desire of your heart."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:08:42 → 00:08:46]
Childhood Memories: "And one of my favorite memories is that whenever my friends were coming to my house, the markers, they were washable. Those kind of markers washable."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:09:58 → 00:10:09]
The Power of Kindness: "And that made it even more special because it was like, wow, how can someone pack a shoebox for someone that you don't know?"
— Dioany Yousuino [00:11:00 → 00:11:07]
Finding Faith in the Amazon: "He promised to give us the desire of our heart... He saw me. He saw the desire of my heart."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:12:16 → 00:12:19]
Viral Topic: The Importance of School Supplies
Quote: "Packing markers, packing colors, packing school supplies, it's a special thing even when maybe we don't see it like that. It's a special thing because we don't know. Everyone has access to have those school supplies and it's just really cool."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:14:23 → 00:14:41]
Discipleship Program: "And it's just a discipleship class for them. So it's not just receiving a shoebox, but they can also go through a discipleship class."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:18:13 → 00:18:21]
Finding Family in Unexpected Places: "I remember something I love about the church is that the body of Christ is that you can go anywhere and you will always find family."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:19:35 → 00:19:44]
Finding Purpose: "Diony, don't forget where you're coming from. Don't forget what I did for you. Don't forget that I have a purpose for you, that I'm giving you a calling, that I want you to share more about me, more about my love, more about who I am, what I've been doing, how faithful I've been."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:20:09 → 00:20:25]
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! In this episode, host Christen Clark chats with Vanessa Myers, a children's minister and author, about equipping families with fun resources that equip familes to read God's word together and live it out inside and outside of the home. They explore the significance of Advent, share childhood memories, and discuss Vanessa's newest devotional books for kids called "Wondering to Bethlehem''. Tune in for a great conversation that will nurture the sense of wonder and faith within your family. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Josie Coleman!
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Viral Topic: Shifting Focus to Family in Ministry
Quote: "I felt God tell me that I needed to just switch to focus on the family... Because Moms and Dads are now the ones who will be leading their children, well they always have been, but now they're really forced to do that because they don't get to go to church."
— Vanessa Myers [00:05:55 → 00:06:05]
Creating Resources for Family Bible Reading: "I help give families a plan in fun ways. Not something boring, but really fun."
— Vanessa Myers [00:06:28 → 00:06:34]
Viral Topic: Connecting with Children Through Devotions
Quote: "That was our time together. That was an uninterrupted time I had with my children to pray and to listen and hear God's word."
— Vanessa Myers [00:08:18 → 00:08:26]
The Birth of Jesus: "I wonder if Mary cried when she learned that there was no guest room available. I wonder if Mary got mad that she had to give birth to baby Jesus in a place where animals were kept."
— Vanessa Myers [00:13:16 → 00:13:27]
The Birth of Jesus: "I wonder about those things and I wonder if Joseph gave her a big hug and said, Mary it's going to be okay."
— Vanessa Myers [00:13:27 → 00:13:33]
The Impact of Childhood Visits to Nursing Homes: "That kind of really helped be who I am today. Is my grandmother taking me to help share Jesus with people"
— Vanessa Myers [00:25:41 → 00:25:48]
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Coming up on this episode of Collide Kids, we have a special guest, Bryan Osborne, from Answers in Genesis. Bryan shares with us the importance of trusting God's Word. We dive into interesting topics like dinosaurs in the Bible and how they fit into the timeline of creation and the flood. Bryan provides practical advice on defending our faith and equipping ourselves with knowledge in a culture that challenges biblical authority. Stay tuned for this insightful conversation with Bryan Osborne. You're going to learn a lot! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring John Wyatt!
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Special thanks to our sponsor for today's episode, Family Faith Builders! Check out their new Advent devotional for kids "Wondering to Bethlehem" available on Amazon.
Also grateful for the exceptional work by our editor Jay Lee, from Provision Podcast.
"Attractions at Answers in Genesis: And there's so much stuff to do at both attractions, whether you're talking about, of course, going through the exhibits, but the theaters, special effects theaters, planetarium, the zoos, the playgrounds, the virtual reality ride, the merry-go-round, and so many things to do."
— Bryan Osborne [00:04:22 → 00:04:33]
The Trustworthiness of the Bible: "Can you trust what the Bible says, because if you can get somebody to doubt one part of the Bible like the beginning, why trust it anywhere else?"
— Bryan Osborne [00:09:38 → 00:09:46]
Comic Book Heroes: "And one of the reasons is because those heroes, when they were fighting the bad guy, they were typically always trying to save the bad guy, to redeem them, to pull them out of the evil they were in."
— Bryan Osborne [00:13:42 → 00:13:56]
"Dinosaurs and Dragons: Did these ancient creatures coexist with humans? It's a fascinating topic that sparks curiosity and debate... They're going to say the same thing, but one's kind of fun and one's biblical." — Bryan Osborne 00:14:04 00:14:04
The Importance of Protecting Children from Inappropriate Internet Content: "And so, like you said, sometimes, although we should strive to protect ourselves and be appropriate, what's revealed to our kids, sometimes those things do just pop up and you got to deal with that."
— Bryan Osborne [00:17:41 → 00:17:49]
Prioritizing the Spiritual Well-Being of our Kids: "Our primary command, our primary concern is the spiritual well bein
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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast. In today's episode, our host Christen Clark is joined by the vibrant and talented Madi Hackworth, a kids' Church creative artist and a kids' pastor from Missouri. Madi shares insights about her colorful experiences in kids' ministry, including the joyful aspects of her role and how she discovered her love for drawing and graphic design. Together, they explore the importance of recognizing and using individual spiritual gifts and talents inside and outside the church, and the impact of positive and negative words on our lives. This episode is filled with laughter, encouragement, and valuable reflections on how we can use our talents to honor God and spread the message of love and hope. So grab a seat, buckle in, and get ready to dive into a world of creativity and faith with Madi Hackworth on the Collide Kids Podcast. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Paxton Coleman!
Go to madihax.com to check out Madi's fun resources and designs!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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Finding Your Gift: "So I think first, find out what you're good at. And and to know what you're good at, just what do you like to do? So if you like to draw, then you're probably good at it, or if you like to sing, or if you like to run or if you like to, you know, build stuff or if you like to do math. Whatever it is you're you like to do, that's a good indication that that is something That is a gift that God has given you."
— Madi Hackworth [00:09:05 → 00:09:26]
The Power of Encouragement: "That's why it's so important for us to say it so often. If you see something good in someone, like, tell them. Yeah. Because If somebody says one negative thing about your friend, they're gonna hope, for a long time. But it takes, like, 8 or 9 or 10 positive things To stick."
— Madi Hackworth [00:13:05 → 00:13:20]
Viral Topic: Honoring God and Using Your Gifts: "One of the ways we can honor God with what he's put in us is to just do our best at it."
— Madi Hackworth [00:14:08 → 00:14:08]
Using Your Talents for Evangelism: "But, really, you can use what you're good at to tell people about Jesus. So you can meet people in so say you're good at sports or say you're gonna, You know, speech and debate or I don't know what thing you might be good at, but you're gonna meet people who are also good at that thing who need to know about Jesus."
— Madi Hackworth [00:15:04 → 00:15:21]
Spiritual Gifts in Kids: "Kids have spiritual gifts 100%. Kids can be givers. Kids can have the spiritual gift The faith where they just believe that God is gonna do big things and it's not hard for them."
— Madi Hackworth [00:20:42 → 00:20:53]
Obey Right Away: "We have a saying that we say in our family that is obey right away without delay, And I like to do that with the Lord too because it's true."
— Madi Hackworth [00:24:55 → 00:25:03]
The Power of Childhood Memories: "I will never forget what it feels like to be a kid and how to play."
— Madi Hackworth [00:27:30 → 00:28:03]
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Welcome back to another episode of The Collide Kids Podcast! In today's episode, our host, Christen Clark, is joined by a very special guest, Janine McNally. This episode is all about Generation Alpha, the largest and youngest generation in the world, and how we can better understand and connect with them. Janine, an author and educator, shares her journey and insights from her book, "When You See Fireflies," which provides valuable guidance for parents and leaders working with this unique generation. Join us as Christen and Janine delve into the world of Generation Alpha, discuss the role of technology in their lives, and explore the importance of teaching them how to nurture meaningful relationships and the Gospel message of Jesus. Get ready to gain a deeper understanding of Generation Alpha and discover how we can equip them with the tools they need to navigate the challenges and opportunities of today's world. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring John Loadholt!
Go to grace4kidz.com to learn more about Janine's resources and book!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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Welcome back to the Collide Kids Podcast with host, Christen Clark. We are thrilled to have a very special guest joining us today - the incredible Jenilee Samuel, who is not only a pastor and podcaster but also a personal fashion style consultant. Jenilee is the host of the popular podcast Java with Jen, where she helps her Christian audience learn how to hear God's voice. In addition to that, she is the CEO of J. Samuel Styling, where she helps men and women find their personal style that is authentic to themselves and prepares them to give their best to what they do. With her extensive experience and expertise in fashion and clothes, Jenilee will be sharing some amazing insights with us. So sit back, relax, and get ready to dive into the fascinating world of fashion with Jenilee Samuel. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Hannah Emerson!
Go to jsamuelstyling.com to learn more about Jenilee's stying services and information, and check out the "Java with Jen Podcast: Hearing God's Voice for Everyday Life" wherever you get your podcasts!
And special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcast.
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In this episode of Collide Kids, host Christen Clark sits down with special guest, Kathy Gibbens, to explore the importance of teaching children critical thinking skills and navigating the complexities of the world. Kathy, a homeschooling mom who has been homeschooling her daughter for 12 years, shares her journey of discovering the power of critical thinking and how it shaped her decision to start the Filter it Through a Brain Cell podcast. Together, they discuss why it's crucial for parents to create an open space for conversation with their children, the best time to begin teaching critical thinking skills, and the importance for parents of being the first mention of a topic in their kids' lives. You'll also learn practical tips for engaging children in critical thinking discussions and empowering them to ask good questions. Get ready to dive into the world of critical thinking with Collide Kids! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Evie!
We are grateful for the sponsor for this episode: Deeper Kidmin. Check out their resources at deeperkidmin.com
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In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us: Justin Coffey. Justin is not only a dog trainer but also a motivational speaker who has an incredible story to share. He will tell us how dogs have had a profound impact on his life. Justin's journey with dogs started when he got his first pup at age 18. He also served as a pastor for 20 years, which led to an incredible connection between ministry and diff training. We'll dive into how dogs can teach us so much about our relationship with Jesus. You won't want to miss this amazing and inspiring conversation! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Henry Hoyes!
Go to xtremeobedience.com to check out Justin and his amazing dogs!Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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Welcome to another episode of Collide Kids! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Joy Prouty. Joy is a professional photographer, author, and filmmaker. She joins host Christen Clark to discuss the power of photography and how it can help us connect with other people, express our emotions, and find beauty in the imperfect moments. Join us as we dive deeper into her new book "Practicing Presence: A Mother's Guide to Savoring Life Through the Photos You're Already Taking" and you can practice that presence together with your family. Plus Kids Only segment featuring a beautify poem written and read by Brinley Halstrom!
Go to joyprouty.com to learn more about Joy's photography and book!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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In this episode of Collide Kids host, Christen Clark welcomes special guest Angela Marks, a seasoned children's pastor with 14 years of experience as a traveling puppeteer and speaker. Angela shares her passion for nurturing and discipling young souls through fun, creativity and interactive lessons. She discusses the importance of carving out time for a personal quiet time with God, and taking Jesus with you to school. Angela also shares about how her conversations with kids about the struggles they face going back to school has turned into the daily devotional videos she shares on Youtube to help kids through loneliness, anxiety, bullying, and learning how to share Jesus with their friends. She also reveals her secret job that you won't want to miss!
Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Henry Hoyes!
Go to angelamarks.com to learn more!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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In this episode of Collide Kids, hosted by Christen Clark, we have the pleasure of welcoming special guest Maegan Hall. Maegan is a talented puppeteer and ventriloquist who incorporates puppetry, ventriloquism, storytelling, live painting, and audience participation into her shows. She's passionate about connecting kids to their creator and discussing important topics like hearing the voice of God, gifts and talents, individuality, and confidence. Maegan shares her personal journey of discovering joy as a source of strength and how it impacted her own life. As we dive into the world of puppetry and ventriloquism, Maegan provides insights into the creative process, encouragement for children to pursue their interests fearlessly, and advice for parents to support and nurture their child's passions. So get ready to have some fun and be inspired as we explore the magical world of puppetry with Maegan Hall on Collide Kids. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Dove and Tori Gideon!
Go to maegansworld.com to learn more!
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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In this episode of the Collide Kids podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Erin Dezago, a former social worker turned photographer and creator of Raising Conquerors, a subscription box Bible study resource for kids. Erin shares her journey of searching for engaging resources to help her children learn the Bible, which led her to create her own subscription box service. These kits are specifically designed for kids aged 8 to 13, a crucial age group often overlooked when it comes to resources and support. Join us as we explore why finding bible resources for this age group is so important and how Erin's passion for faith and creativity is making a difference in families' lives. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Maggie Jane!
Go to raisingconquerors.com to subscribe for your box and use the code COLLIDE20 for a 20% discount.
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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On this episode of Collide Kids, host Christen Clark is joined by the inspiring Drew Trembly, owner of Woodbine Coffee Company. Drew shares his incredible journey of starting a mobile coffee cart and pursuing his passion for coffee. Drew dives into his love for coffee and his passion for experimentation with flavors, and how he and his wife ventured into the world of coffee without knowing how to make coffee! But that didn't stop them. To their surprise, their coffee shop quickly gained popularity and success. Drew shares the story of God's calling on his life and how he let fear delay that plan for too long. He opens up about his personal struggles with fear, comfort, and the tendency to wait instead of taking action. Drew encourages listeners to seize opportunities and take risks, especially when it comes to pursuing their dreams and even starting their own business ideas.
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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Some days, you might play The River for some nice background music. Some days, you'll play it so your kids don't hear anything inappropriate. But some days, you listen because life has knocked you down, and you need help getting back up. We're here for all of them. Our goal is to introduce as many people as possible to Jesus through music and service. You can listen and get connected at https://riverradio.com/
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On this episode of Collide Kids, host Christen Clark is joined by special guest Rick Otto, a seasoned kids pastor from Manchester, United Kingdom. Rick shares his insights on English biscuits, and keeping the spark and relationship with God alive, particularly for families. He emphasizes the importance of worship, reading the Bible, and incorporating prayer throughout the day. Rick introduces the PRAY acronym (Pause, Rejoice, Ask, Yes) as a tool to help us learn to pray, and offers practical tips for un-intimidating ways families can work on deepening their relationships with Jesus.
Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.
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Christen Clark interviews sketch artist and author, William Warren, about his job as sketch artist, how he discovered this ability to draw during business meetings, and how he uses his talent to make visual aids come to life to help people learn and communicate ideas. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Charis.
Go to thesketcheffect.com to learn more about his business and check out William Warren's new book at conqueringcreative.com.
See you in the fall!
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This interview is reposted from February, 5, 2021.
Christen Clark interviews Wilson Costa, a firefighter and paramedic from Denver, Colorado, and he shares about how much he loves his job, his daily routine on the job, and a firefighter's passion for helping others. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Kayla Freeman!
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Christen Clark interviews Sissy Goff, licensed counselor and author of 13 books for parents and kids including her new book called "the Worry Free Parent" which is set to release summer 2023. Sissy shares how parents can learn to process their own worry and help kids easily cope with anxiety and fear. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Jacob!
Go to raisingboysandgirls.com to learn more about Sissy, her podcast, and the Daystar Ministry team!
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Christen Clark interviews Dema Kohen, founder of "We Are KidMin" and publisher of a new magazine for families called "What's For Dinner?". In this episode, Dema explains how he puts the magazine together, the people that make it possible, and why he felt compelled to create a magazine for families. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Kayla Freeman!
Go to whatsfordinnermag.com and use the code COLLIDEKIDS to get your free copy of this amazing resource!
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Christen Clark interviews Nashville singer/ songwriter, Laurel Taylor about her music, ways to avoid giving in to peer pressure, and how her experiences on American Idol helped her discover her need to lean into God and her identity in Christ. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Jacob Freeman!
Go to laureltaylormusic.com to learn more about Laurel's story and her music!
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Some days, you might play The River for some nice background music. Some days, you'll play it so your kids don't hear anything inappropriate. But some days, you listen because life has knocked you down, and you need help getting back up. We're here for all of them. Our goal is to introduce as many people as possible to Jesus through music and service. You can listen and get connected at https://riverradio.com/
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Christen Clark interviews Jeanette Tapley about making good friends, being a good friend, and how to cultivate healthy friendships. She also shares tips for parents to learn to make friends too and helping their kids navigate good friendships and influence. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Vance Waller.
Go to jeanettetapley.com to learn more about her podcasts and books, and take the "Be A Better Friend" Quiz.
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Some days, you might play The River for some nice background music. Some days, you'll play it so your kids don't hear anything inappropriate. But some days, you listen because life has knocked you down, and you need help getting back up. We're here for all of them. Our goal is to introduce as many people as possible to Jesus through music and service. You can listen and get connected at https://riverradio.com/
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Christen Clark interviews Nathan Dorrell, aka The Crazy Tie Guy, about juggling, his crazy ties, and how his family travels the world sharing the Gospel through circus acts. He talks about how he got started in juggling and why it is so important to tell other people about Jesus. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Jackson!
Go to crazytieguy.com to watch videos and learn more about his ministry and ways you can support.
The Collide Kids Podcast is proud to be a part of the River Radio Podcast Network. Go to riverradio.com/podcast to learn more!
Some days, you might play The River for some nice background music. Some days, you'll play it so your kids don't hear anything inappropriate. But some days, you listen because life has knocked you down, and you need help getting back up. We're here for all of them. Our goal is to introduce as many people as possible to Jesus through music and service. You can listen and get connected at https://riverradio.com/
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Christen Clark interviews Christie Thomas about her Fruit Full devotional for families that teaches on the Fruit of the Spirit. She shares how the fruit of the Spirit is not a to do list, but rather proof of our faith and relationship with God, and that we can grow in the Fruit of the Spirit by getting closer to Jesus! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Maggie Jane!
Go to littleshootsdeeproots.com to learn more about Christie's books and resources for families!
Some days, you might play The River for some nice background music. Some days, you'll play it so your kids don't hear anything inappropriate. But some days, you listen because life has knocked you down, and you need help getting back up. We're here for all of them. Our goal is to introduce as many people as possible to Jesus through music and service. You can listen and get connected at https://riverradio.com/
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Christen Clark talks with Brenda Russell from Filter of Hope, an organization that provides filters to people all over the world. Brenda shares about how the filter can clean dirty water (yes, even poop water!), how the organization partners with churches and families, and how kids can make a tangible impact on the global water crisis. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Caroline Hull!
Go to fitlerofhope.org to learn more about the mission of this organization and ways you can get involved! You can also email brenda.russell@filterofhope.com to set up this project for your group or family today.
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Christen Clark interviews Nashville based recording artist, Natalie Layne, about how she learned to love writing songs, getting started in the music industry, and the ways she learned to lean on God through it all. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Anya!
Go to natalielaynemusic.com to learn more about her music and tour dates coming soon!
Here is a link to a very cool version of Natalie's song "Love Me Back to Life" which was mentioned in the episode!
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Christen Clark interviews Jean Thomason, who plays the joyful musical character, Miss Patty Cake. Jean shares how she got started in music, becoming Miss Patty Cake, and why music and media with a Biblical worldview is so important for children. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring 3 year old Asher Beaton!
Go to misspattycake.com to download her "Faith Based Media Guide" and learn more about her videos and music for your preschooler.
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Christen Clark interviews Dr. Joel Muddamalle, pastor, theologian, and director of theology and research for Proverbs 31 Ministries. They talk about what makes Good Friday good, how to define theology, and Joel explains how ANYONE can be a theologian. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Eli McKinnon!
Go to muddamalle.com for resources for your family and information discussed on this episode!
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Christen Clark interviews Jeff McCullough about his music and how JumpStart3 was created from his desire to help his own kids learn to memorize God's Word in an easy and super fun way, through awesome music! He has an amazing story about how he got started as a musician and producer, and how he is reaching families all over the world. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Caroline Hull!
Be sure to head over to jumpstart3.com today for music and resources for your family or church group!
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Christen Clark interviews author, Karen Whiting, about her new book for families called "52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer". She shares some of her favorite hands on activities to make family prayer time fun and engaging, how God has answered some of her family's prayers, and tips for kids to learn how to pray.
Go to karenwhiting.com to check out her books and resources, and moms can take the "Mom Quiz" to find specific resources to help you and your family.
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Christen Clark interviews Josh (aka Cool Carll) and Andy, two best friends that create funny videos, and they share about how they got started, the origins of the Cool Carll character, where the name for their podcast, "Ninjas Are Butterflies" came from, and why humor and joy is important for your faith. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Quinn Roney!
Go to sundaycool.com to learn more about Cool Carll, their podcast and videos, and Sunday Cool Tees!
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Christen Clark interviews Illusionist Matt Adams about his career as an illusionist and how he incorporates his love for magic with sharing the Gospel. He shares a few exciting stories about his trips around the world and gives insight to what it means to be an evangelist. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Charis.
Go to mattadamsministries.com to learn more about Matt and his shows!
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Christen Clark interviews Chad, Hannah, and Josh about being Christian radio DJs ad hosts of the River Radio Morning Show on 104.9 The River in Columbus, Ohio. They each share their story of how they started in radio, embarrassing moments, listener feedback that inspires them, and their passion for sharing Jesus at the touch of a button. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Eli McKinnon!
Go to riverradio.com to learn more about the radio station and their podcast network!
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Christen Clark interviews author and cartoonist, Sandy Silverthorne, about how he became a cartoonist and author, where he gets all his jokes for his joke books, his new book "Kids' Big Questions for God: 101 Things You Want To Know", and how we can learn the answers to the big questions we all have about God. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Noah Sumpter.
Go to sandysilverthorne.com to learn more about Sandy and his books for kids, and pre-order his new book today!
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Christen Clark interviews professional organizer, Molly Blakey, about her business, how she learned she was passionate about organizing, some tips and tricks for editing and decluttering your house today, and how to get your whole family excited about organization. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Grace Moreno.
Go to themollybeffect.com to learn more about Molly and her company.
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Christen Clark interviews Leslie Littrell about her work with the Good Samaritan School in India and the Sadie Shares programs for families in the US to learn about and connect with the children in this school. She is passionate about promoting education and building a global community that goes beyond regular sponsorships, and shares her love for the creative ways this program benefits children on both sides of the globe. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Gideon Moreno!
Go to sadieshares.com to learn more about this amazing school and organization and the special ways your family or church group can get involved.
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Christen Clark interviews Dione Napier about her job as a vocal and life coach. She shares about how she went from being a classically trained singer to vocal coach and entrepreneur, what she loves about helping singers free their voice, and that her purpose is not just to make a great singer but to help singers learn their God-given purpose and potential. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Alex!
Go to amplifyvocalstudio.com to learn more about Dione and her coaching services.
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Christen Clark talks with Joy Goodwin about what it means to be unruffled and calm in the midst of feeling frustrated or flustered, how we can learn to recognize what triggers our emotions and energy to escalate, and how we can become a calming presence wherever we go. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Charlie!
Go to INCM.org to learn more about the International Children's Ministry Network.
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Christen Clark interviews JJ Campbell, host of the Along For the Ride Podcast, about her interactive game show podcast for families, the value of imagination, having fun with your family, and the importance of reducing screen time. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Piper!
Be sure to check out the Along for the Ride Podcast with JJ Campbell wherever you get your podcasts.
Go to alongfortheride.info/conversations for a free download of Family Conversation starters!
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BONUS EPISODE: Christen Clark interviews SANTA and they talk about the history of Santa, the privilege of the title that Santa bears, Santa's favorite cookies, and the true meaning of Christmas which is JESUS!
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We will be back in January 2023!
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Christen Clark interviews creative expert, Noah Edwards about his favorite Christmas memories and traditions, Christmas decoration inspiration, fun craft ideas for families, and ways to make Christmas special this year. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Ayza! Merry Christmas!
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Christen Clark interviews children's book author, Laura Sassi, about her new Christmas rhyming book, "Happy Birthday Christmas Child", her love for stories, how she collects ideas in her writer's notebook to create a story, and how she came to know Jesus through someone sharing the Christmas story! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Ethan Clark.
For more information about Laura and her books go to laurasassitales.wordpress.com. You can also read the blog referenced in the episode about using picture books to share your faith at https://laurasassitales.wordpress.com/2021/04/22/five-simple-steps-for-using-faith-based-picture-books-to-point-little-ones-to-god/
And be sure to purchase your copy of "Happy Birthday Christmas Child" wherever you get your books!
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Christen Clark interviews Irina Creek, who was a recipient of an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift as an orphan in the Soviet Union. Irina shares her story of what it was like being an orphan, the hardships she faced, and how receiving this gift introduced her to the love of God, filled her with hope, and made an impact on her life. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Kate!
Go to samaritanspurse.org/occ to learn more about the ministry and mission of Operation Christmas Child.
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In this Thanksgiving episode, Christen Clark talks with Esther Moreno about gratitude, their favorite Thanksgiving dishes, walking with God, and how families can grow in their faith together. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Samantha!
Go to childsheart83.com for resources and information about Esther's books and ministry!
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Christen Clark interviews MasterChef Season 1 winner, Whitney Miller, about her experiences being on Fox's reality cooking show and her passion for cooking great food. She also talks about her cookie business, Whitney's Cookies, her favorite flavors of the holidays, and why hospitality is important to share with everyone. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Molly!
Go to whitneyscookies.co to order a box of cookies, and whitneymiller.com for recipes and more!
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Christen Clark interviews equine specialist, Dr. Tiffany Hall about her job as a veterinarian. She shares how she got started at an early age working with animals, what it is like working with horses and their caretakers, and how she has learned to be a good listener. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Hope Sanchez!
Go to emcocala.com to learn more about the medical center and the services they provide in Ocala, Florida.
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Christen Clark interviews Michelle T. Sanchez about her new children's picture book called "God's Beloved Community" and how the words of Dr. Martin Luther King inspired this idea of unity of all cultures in the love of God. She shares about her experiences being a discipleship leader, and how her love for poetry brought this book together. Plus Kids Only Segment with Asher Beaton!
Go to colorcourageous.com for more information about Michelle, her books, and other resources!
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In this special episode, Christen Clark talks with Rob Lawless about his adventure to meet 10,000 friends one on one for an hour each. He has been working on this for the past 5 years and still has a ways to go, but he has learned so much about connecting with people, being intentional about friendships, and how his family and friends helped shape his project. Christen was friend #5241, and this episode was part of their one on one conversation, so you get an inside peek at how these chats with Rob go, and Christen shares a little about herself and the things she has learned. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Naomi and Liv Keese.
Go to robs10Kfriends.com to learn more about Rob and his project!
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Christen Clark interviews Dr. Ingrid Reichard about her experiences as a shepherd and caretaker for a 100 acre farm of sheep, ducks, chickens, and dogs. She shares about how much she loves being in nature, what it is like to be a shepherd, and the faith lessons she has learned taking care of sheep. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Colter Acres!
Go to purplevalleyhideaway.com for pictures and information about Ingrid, the farm, and their bed & breakfast.
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Christen Clark interviews Yami Pence, former law enforcement and child exploitation detective, about how kids can learn strategies to stay safe, learning body safety and body rules, avoiding secrets, and how families can be on guard against tricky people.
Disclaimer: This is an episode that kids are encouraged to listen with a trusted adult, and not on their own since we will talk at surface level about the topics of abuse, body safety, private parts, and warning signs for tricky people. It will raise lots of questions and things your family needs to discuss together at age appropriate times. Discretion and discernment is advised.
For more information and resources mentioned on the show, go to staysafewithyami.com to learn more!
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Christen Clark interviews Mark E. Moore and Megan Howerton about their new family devotional resource called Core 52 Family Edition. This father/ daughter duo share a passion for kids to grow in their faith, knowledge, and confidence in God's Word. They share how the book started, how their relationship flourished while they put it together, and why it is so important for families to study the Bible. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Ellie Bryan!
Check out core52.org/family for more information about the book and extra resources for your family!
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Christen Clark interviews Daniel Ritchie about his job as a pastor and motivational speaker. He also shares about his experiences as a person who was born without arms, how he has learned to do everyday tasks with his feet, and what he wishes people knew about talking to people with disabilities. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Lucas.
Go to danielritchie.com for more information about Daniel, his speaking engagements, and his books.
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Christen Clark interviews social media influencer and Christian content creator, Hannah Crews about her video creating process for Instagram and TikTok, how she moved from a broadcasting career to social media, and why she is passionate about encouraging others and spreading a message of joy online. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Jaxson!
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Christen Clark interviews Sean Be about his music career and life on the road, how church inspired his love for music, and his new song "Step Into My Story". Plus kids only segment featuring Henry!
Go to seanbemusic.com to learn more about Sean Be, his music, and upcoming tour dates.
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Christen Clark interviews author, Dave Connis about his new book "The Stories of God (and Kiki)", what he loves about being a writer, otters, Hawaiian pizza, and how to find joy in the things around us. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Maggie Jane!
Go to daveconnis.com for more information about Dave and all his books!
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Christen Clark interviews Brian Porzio about his work as an actor in TV and commercials, how he was inspired to move to Hollywood, learning how to overcome discouragement, and being an inspiration to others in the entertainment industry. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Juliet Chambers!
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Christen Clark interviews author, speaker, and advocate, Heather Avis, about her new children's book EVERYONE BELONGS, shifting the Down Syndrome narrative, and how we can all help create spaces for belonging. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Addison Ray!
Go to HeatherAvis.com for more information about her books and resources or follow her on social media @theluckyfewofficial.
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Christen Clark interviews Kirsten Hitchcock about a new resource for families and churches called Wonder Ink. She also shares about her experiences as a Children's pastor, divorce care provider, and her passion for kids to be filled with wonder in their journey of faith. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Kirsten's daughter, Julia!
For more information about Wonder Ink and Wonder@Home resources go to wonderink.org.
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Christen Clark interviews Dave and Jess Ray from Doorpost Songs about their music, their musical background, their passion for family discipleship, and how worship music changes the channel of our minds. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Jackson Ray!
Go to doorpostsongs.com for information about their music and resources for your home or church!
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Christen Clark interviews stand up comedian, Ed Wiley, and his 9 year old son Ezra about being stand up comedians, how they write jokes, their favorite things about living on a goat farm, and how to do your best and leave the results to God. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Reagan!
Go to edwileycomedy.com for more information and videos!
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Christen Clark interviews Chad Owens, eKidz Director of Elevation Church, and they talk about how to make Bible reading a priority in your day, why it's so important, and how anyone can learn to build this discipline in your own life. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Matthew Marshall!
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Christen Clark interviews child discipleship advocate Hunter Williams about his work with Awana, his amazing voice impressions, the importance of the story of the Gospel, and resources for families to learn to share their faith. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Hunter's daughter Margot Williams!
Go to awanatn.com or awana.org for more information! You can also find resources for Talk About by using the promo code HWILLIAMS at talkaboutdiscipleship.com !
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Christen Clark interviews Taylor Jackson about being an artist, embracing your talents and creativity, carving out time for art with your family, and how to teach kids to be creative. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Violet!
Go to canvasandkind.com to learn more about Taylor, her paintings, and her art classes!
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Christen Clark interviews Josh Denhart about The Amazing Chemistry Show, why chemistry is so important to everyday life, how he became a science teacher, and what he learned through following his passions and using them to teach others. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Melody Shirey! Go to kidminscience.com to learn more about Josh, his shows, and his resources for schools and churches!
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Christen Clark interviews podcaster and sports reporter, Cameron Dobbs, about her experiences as a college volleyball player at University of Miami, her various careers in sports and journalism, and her passion to help other do their best. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Harry Gambill!
To learn more about Cameron and her story go to playwhereyourfeetare.com !
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Christen Clark interviews Macy, Justus, Amy, Lilly, Peter, and Daniel from the sibling family band Shaw about their music, how they got started, the instruments they play, life on the road as a large family, and the importance of music and using your gifts to give away to others. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Nicholas Freese!
Go to theshawband.com for more information about the siblings, their music, and their tour dates!
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Christen Clark interviews author and reconciler, Josh Clemons, and they talk about God's heart for reconciliation, the impact of Martin Luther King Jr, and how to be a good friend. Plus kids only segment featuring Liza Rekhow!
Check out oneracemovement.com for resources and more information!
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Christen Clark interviews Stephanie Thurling & Sarah Holmstrom, two moms who started a ministry called Raising Prayerful Kids. They talked about their book, family, how this whole thing got started, the purpose of prayer, and ideas about incorporating prayer into our everyday lives. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Leighton Reams!
Go to raisingprayerfulkids.com for ideas, resources, and more!
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Christen interviews Ryan Coatney, creator of Cross Formed Kids, and he talks about his family, what it's like being a pastor, and why family discipleship is so important to God. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Wyatt Sawtell!
Go to crossformedkids.com for more information about their resources, curriculum, and podcast!
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Christen Clark interviews children's book author, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young about her books, how she aspired to be an author as a kid, experiencing other cultures from home through cooking and virtual travel, and how learning about other cultures helps us to know God better and see His glory. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Karis Owens!
Check out dorinagilmore.com for more information about her Global Glory Chasers, her books, and more!
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Christen Clark interviews Pastor Andrae Jones about the age old question, "why do Christians call the day we remember Jesus' death on the cross Good Friday?", what's so good about it, and how can we have important conversations with our family about the cross. Plus Kids Only Segment Allye Snider!
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Christen Clark interviews Shane Everett from Shane & Shane about their new worship project for kids and families called "Worship In the Word", how they started out as a band, why singing Biblical truth is so important, and their passion for family discipleship. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Major Templeton!
"Worship in the Word" is available on RightNow Media or wherever you stream music. For more information about their music, resources, and coaching go to shaneandshane.com or worshipinitiative.com, and follow Shane & Shane on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
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Christen interviews Conley Owens about his job at Google as a software engineer, his childhood passion of cryptology, how he became a pastor, and why he is so passionate about the Gospel. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Grey Templeton!
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Christen Clark interviews Kristin Wynalda about her job as a book reviewer. She shares her favorite kinds of books to read aloud, the importance of knowing your family values, and great tips for getting your family excited about reading together. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Shannon and Jordyn Scott!
Go to bigbookslittleears.com to learn more about her books reviews and recommendations!
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Christen Clark interviews Donnie Slade, President/ CEO of Kidz Blitz Ministries. He shares about how he got started doing Kidz Blitz, why he is so passionate about reaching kids and their parents with the Gospel, and how parents can be the greatest influence in their children's lives. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Ryan!
For more information about Donnie and Blitz events go to kidzblitz.com today!
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Christen Clark interviews Curt Nelson, creator of a curriculum for kids and families called Spyence. He has worked in many different jobs like a computer engineer, magician, a youth pastor, high school physics teacher, and an Imagineer for Walt Disney World. Through all these careers he followed God and learned something new which helped him create his dream career of making movies and teaching kids about God. Plus Kids Only Segment w/ Ayza!
Check out spyencetv.com for more information about this exciting program for your family!
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Christen Clark talks with author and speaker, Caris Snider about different ways to deal with anxiety, the difference between anxiety and depression, and how to talk with someone about what you are going through. Caris also shares her story of facing anxiety through her childhood, and about her brand new books Anxiety Elephants 90 Day Devotional for Tween Boys and Girls. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Eva!
Go to carissnider.com to learn more and check out her books and resources!
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Christen Clark interviews Kevin and Casey Kilgore and their 4 girls about what it is like to live in an RV full time as a family of 6, their ministry to church planters, homeschooling, and their favorite stops along the road so far. You can follow their adventures on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube at Through the Eyes of Our Tribe. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Kinley Brockman!
Go to throughtheeyesofourtribe.com for more information about their family and ministry! Or check them out on Youtube!
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Christen Clark interviews Adam Sculnick about apologetics, serving in the church, why he thinks Jesus is cool, and his ministry for boys to grow in their faith called CIA Boys Club. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Zoey Ingle! Go to ciaboysclub.org to learn more and start this ministry at your church!
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Christen Clark interviews Brock Eastman (AKA Dr. Fizzlebop) about his FIZZTASTIC science experiments, his youtube series and devotional book for kids all about science and faith, and what science can teach us about God! Plus Kids only Segment featuring Waverly and Elsie Eastman!
Check out www.brockeastman.com for more information about his books, videos, and links to other content!
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Christen Clark interviews bestselling author Dorena Williamson about how she started writing children's books (that adults need too!), the importance of representation, celebrating Black History Month, and her new book "Crowned with Glory" coming out soon. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Lailah Skalicky!
Visit dorenawilliamson.com for more information about her books and resources.
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Christen Clark interviews Keith Ferrin about how families can learn to enjoy the Bible together, his love of ice cream, and the best ways to memorize and internalize scripture at any age. Plus Kids Only Segement featuring Ryker Ingle!
Go to keithferrin.com more information about Keith, his books, and resources.
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Christen Clark interviews Duncan Reid and he shares about the risks of consuming too much junk media, how it is similar to junk food, and ways kids and adults can test what they are interacting with to see if it is junk media. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Graham Sumpter.
For resources and more about this topic go to RaiseUPfaith.com today!
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Christen Clark interviews Dr. Michelle Ami Reyes and they discuss the power of story, folklore, and how to celebrate your own heritage and culture. Plus Kids only segment featuring Leo Sumpter!
Check out https://michelleamireyes.com For more information about her books and resources.
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Happy New Year! Christen Clark interviews Bryce Payne, and they talk about his job in marketing for Disney Theatrical Group, favorite Broadway shows, what's so great about New York City around the holidays, why smiling helps others, and how to share hope and positivity every day. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Ethan!
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Christen Clark interviews singer/ songwriter, Elias Dummer, and they talk about dad jokes, his music background, and his new Christmas song called "1914 Christmas Truce" and the incredible story behind it from World War 1. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Cole Milburn!
Go to eliasdummer.com for more information about Elias and his music!
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Christen Clark interviews children's book author, Katie Kenny Phillips, and they discuss what it's like to write a children's book, fun family memories, Christmas traditions, and her new book "Let's Find Joy" which will guide children to seek out joy in their every day lives. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Briggs Tripp!
To order Katie's new book with best selling author, Shaunti Feldhan, go to: https://www.amazon.com/Katie-Kenny-Phillips/e/B089D151JW?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1638290472&sr=8-1
Follow Katie at instagram.com/katiekennyphillips for more great content!
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Christen Clark interviews Sarah Dahl, podcast host of We Wonder and they talk about Advent, what it really means, and simple ways your family can celebrate and observe the Advent season as we anticipate Christmas Day. Plus Kids Only Segment Featuring Miles Changar!
To learn more about Sarah and her podcast go to patreon.com/wewonder
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CHRISTEN CLARK interviews Michayla White as she shares about her Jewish heritage, the celebration of Hanukkah, how it relates to the Bible, the amazing food, and how her family celebrates. Plus Kids only segment featuring Vance Waller!
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Christen Clark interviews Gerald and Kiley Fadayomi about family, church planting, and how they wrote their new book "God Says I Am: A Biblical Affirmations Book for Kids". Plus Kids only Segment with Donovan McCusker!
You can purchase their book here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B099C5P415/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
For more information about Gerald and his family, go to geraldfadayomi.com .
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Christen Clark interviews Annica Fischer, podcaster and business coach, and she shares about the gift that is being different, how to embrace who God has created us to be, and how to change the world. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Elianna Jackson!
Learn more about today's guest at her website: annicafischer.com
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Christen Clark interviews Hannah Bolvi. Hannah is The Greatest Journey Development Manager for Operation Christmas Child, and she shares how she started working with OCC, fun family vacation memories, and how the shoebox gifts are used around the world as a way to invite children to experience God's love and grow in their new found faith in Jesus. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Alba McCusker!
Go to samaritanspurse.com/occ to learn more about this ministry and how you can be involved!
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Christen Clark interviews author and podcast host Darlene Brock about her music career experience working with artists like TobyMac, Audio Adrenaline, and Rebecca St. James, her ministry to women, moments from childhood that inspired her, and her confidence and grit that leads her to trust God. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Ann Marie Franklin!
To learn more about Darlene Brock and her ministry, check out her websites darlenebrock.com or gritandgracelife.com!
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Christen Clark interviews Mike Donehey, recording artist and founding member of the band Tenth Avenue North. They talk about his family, his new album Flourish, learning to let our faith inform our feelings, dealing with emotions, and how to experience joy through sadness. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Esther Franklin!
To learn more about Mike Donehey, his book and his music, head over to mikedonehey.com.
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Christen Clark interviews singer/ songwriter, Tasha Layton, and she shares about her latest music, her family, her experiences being on American Idol, working with Katy Perry, learning to be OK, and only caring about who God says we are. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Zac Olsher.
Go to tashalayton.com learn more about Tasha and her music!
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Christen Clark interviews Operation Christmas Child ambassador, Vladimir Prokhnevskiy about his experience receiving a shoebox when he was a child growing up in Kyiv, Ukraine. He shares how important the shoebox gift meant to him and his 9 siblings, his suspenseful experience moving to the States, and why he continues to be a part of this ministry to the world. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Eva Fedorovych!
For more information about Operation Christmas Child, go to samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child
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Christen Clark interviews Rachel Gaines Hockett, and they discuss The Mother Goose Club, her family's music career, the importance of grown ups learning to play, and how our Heavenly Father takes care of us so well. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Shirley Temple Loch!
For more information about Rachel and her resources for teen girls, go to rachelhockett.com!
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Christen Clark interviews Karen Harmon about her job as a physical therapist. Karen shares how she came to choose physical therapy, her love for helping others, how to deal with grumpy people, and how God brings everything in our lives to work out for our purpose. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Chevy!
For more information about Karen and her practice go to www.karenharmon360.com.
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Christen Clark interviews construction safety coordinator, Kenny Loch, about his exciting job as a certified crane operator, what it is like to be a part of a construction crew, the thrills and nerves of working high up in a tower crane, and how gratitude can change your every day life. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Kenny's daughter, Ellie Mae!
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Christen Clark interviews Ramsey Solutions host and personality, George Kamel. He shares ideas about how families can start good money habits with kids from preschool to high school and why it is so important to be generous. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Cash Loch.
Learn more about resources for good money habits at ramseysolutions.com!
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Christen Clark interviews Pastor Kristoff Hart and they talk about how to utilize digital media for family discipleship, his favorite character from the Frozen movies, online resources for people of all ages to grow in their faith, and what it means to be a disciple. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Carolina Loch!
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Christen Clark interviews singer/ songwriter Leanna Crawford, and they talk about how she got started in music, playing the ukulele, her love for animals, her song "Mean Girls", forgiveness, and the power of our words. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Michael Peavy!
Go to leannacrawford.com to learn more about Leanna and her music!
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Christen Clark interviews young podcasters, Alexa and Charlotte, from the ABC Story Sisters podcast. They talk about the family's passion for reading, birthday cake, adoption, and the joys and silliness of sisterhood.
Check out their website, abcstorysisters.com to learn more about the family and how they are using their podcast to give back!
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Ready to kick off the new (school) year with the Collide Kids Podcast? Me too! Find out how you can get involved with the podcast. Plus special guest, Kristoff Hart, prays a prayer of dedication over this new season.
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Christen Clark interviews Olympic Gold medalist, Scott Hamilton, and he shares his story about how he started in his skating career, overcoming childhood illnesses, winning and losing competitions, the pivotal role his mother has been in his life, and how he has found joy in the midst of hard times.
Go to ScottHamilton.com for to learn more!
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Christen Clark interviews Hannah Logan, who travelled with her family in a bluegrass Gospel band playing the fiddle and singing. She shares about her experiences travelling the globe, how homeschooling was vital to her family's travel and flexibility, and how to embrace each moment with your family!
Check out Schoolhouseteachers.com for excellent resources and more information about all homeschooling has to offer!
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Christen Clark interviews Joe Connor and they talk about his time playing on professional soccer teams in America and England, being a new student in a new school in a new country, chippies, sharing God's word to the people of Iran, and how he is using soccer to tell others about Jesus around the world. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Ryan!
Go to elam.com for more information about this ministry!
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Christen Clark interviews Emily Fields and Lindsay Brashear from REFIT REV about the benefits of exercise, how to appreciate your body, having a Mom Batman voice, love of Toby Mac music, and the importance of participation over perfection.
Check them out at refitrev.com today!
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Christen Clark interviews Christie Penner Worden on the show today and she shares about her pet chickens, mangos, living in Canada, how she learned to use her voice, and how much she loves being a unicorn. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Ayza!
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Christen Clark interviews Tommy Woodard and Eddie James from the Skit Guys. They discuss how they became friends and how their passion for drama and making people laugh turned into a ministry. They also discussed their Bedtime Stories show, dad jokes, Dr. Phil, and their new movie coming out soon. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Elizabeth Dennis!
Check out SkitGuys.com for videos and more information!
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Christen interviews Callie Nixon from Watermark Community Church, and they talk about the her family's favorite board games, helping people learn about Jesus, and how to share your gifts with others within the local church. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Julia Dennis!
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Christen Clark interviews actress Amor Owens, and they discuss how she got started in acting for tv/film, winning pet lovebirds, the importance of her faith in God, and what it takes to begin discover your passion. Plus Kids Only Segment with Clare Van Haveren!
For information about Amor and her film credits, go to amorowens.com!
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Christen Clark interviews Rodney Olsen, blogger and podcaster from Perth, Australia, and cyclist raising donations for Compassion International. They talk about his past cycling adventures, visiting Haiti and Dominican Republic, emus, his upcoming journey across the country, and the story of the Good Samaritan.
To learn more about how to sponsor a child, go to compassion.com. And check out rideforcompassion.com to donate towards Rodney's next trip!
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Christen interviews Kim Hudson and they talk about their favorite children's books, mud pie recipes, finding ways to learn something about God from everyday things, and how kids can create daily rhythms in their life to listen to the Holy Spirit. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Alexa Stallings!
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Christen Clark interviews author and illustrator Sarah Jean Collins about her books in the GOD MADE series, being a graphic designer, living at the beach, and that when we are weak then we are strong. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Charis Clark!
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Christen Clark interviews TJ Therrien and they discuss the differences between the oldest, middle, and youngest kids in his family, comparisons with other families and his family growing up, his videos on TikTok, and how God created each of us in a special way. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Maisy Therrien!
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In this Good Friday episode, Christen Clark interviews Mahogany Dudley-Finley and they talk about the Gospel, what it means to be radically obedient to GOD, learning to follow and trust God's plan, and how to become a Christian. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Lucas Silva!
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Christen interviews certified therapist, Dr. Chinwe Williams, and they discuss acknowledging your feelings, dealing with negative thoughts, the benefits of sharing with a trusted friend or family member, and how to use God's Word to fight against the internal critic. Plus Kids Only Segment with Harry Gambill!
For resources and more information on Dr. Chinwe Williams, check out her website: www.meaningfulsolutionscounseling.com
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Christen Clark interviews Brittany Hochstaetter and they discuss their shared experience of hosting a Christian teen talk show, the difference between introverts and extroverts, swimming in a baptismal pool, and how shyness can be viewed as a strength instead of weakness. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Lindsay Puccini!
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Christen Clark interviews Jemarcus Kilgore and they discuss his love for film and theater acting, his passion for superheroes, food on set, using our talents to serve others, and the story behind how he landed a role in the Pureflix film "Discarded Things". Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Taylor Puccini!
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Christen Clark interviews Marquida Armstrong, a county deputy from North Carolina, and they discuss what Marquida loves about her job as a police officer, meeting new people, always learning, the importance of training when under fire, the peace of God, and what she wishes people knew about police officers. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Graylan Beach!
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Christen Clark interviews Titania Jordan, Chief Parenting Officer of Bark Technologies, and they discuss online safety, dealing with screen time, the importance of kids playing outside, and parents giving grace to their kids and themselves. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Conner Welsh!
Go to bark.us/signup to try BARK for free for 7 days or to learn more, and use the promo code COLLIDEKIDS you get an extra 15% discount off any subscription you choose. Check it out!
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Christen Clark interviews Maghon Taylor, founder of the calligraphy studio All She Wrote Notes, and author of the books "Happy Hand Lettering" and "Betty Confetti". On the show they discuss how Maghon discovered calligraphy and hand lettering, the joys of becoming an author, Chick-Fil-A sauces, and how we should aim for joy instead of perfection. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Noah Welsh!
Go to allshewrotenotes.com and check out Maghon's awesomeproducts and books!
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Christen Clark interviews counselor and author, Sissy Goff, and they talk about taking her dog, Lucy, to work, how to recognize worry and anxiety, combat breathing, and how to stand up against the "worry monster". Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Adalie Ruth!
Go to sissygoff.com to learn more about Sissy's books, podcast, and resources!
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Christen Clark interviews Wilson Costa, a firefighter and paramedic from Denver, Colorado, and they talk about how much he loves his job, his decision to become a firefighter, his daily routine on the job, what it's like to put on all that gear, and a firefighter's passion for helping others. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Kayla Freeman!
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Christen Clark interviews worship leader, Bethany Barr Phillips, and she shares how her music career started, her love of church casseroles, putting scripture on post it notes, playing at Hard Rock Cafe, and how she has learned to rely on God in every moment.
For more information about her music and merchandise, go to bethanybarrphillips.com .
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Christen Clark interviews stand up comedian Andrew Stanley, and they discuss his story of how he went from being a budget analyst to comedian, a baptism dunk tank, comedians being paid in chicken fingers, and finding God's will for your life. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Noah Walker!
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Christen Clark interviews worship leader and songwriter, Meredith Andrews, and they talk about how Meredith writes music, her heart for Spanish speaking people, her kids' awesome music taste, and how to find moments each day to worship God. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Lucas Silva!
For more information about Meredith Andrews and her music, go to meredithandrews.com
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Christen Clark interviews FOR Company founder, Jeff Henderson, and they talk about Chick-Fil-A kids meals, punctuation, qualities of a good friend, believing God is FOR you, and how to show your family, friends and community that you are FOR them. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Eleanor Johnson!
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Christen interviews Jon Williams and they talk about new years resolutions, 2020 being the year of forced family fun, stories from the theater, principles for acting that apply to our lives, and putting yourself in someone else's shoes. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Jonah Johnson!
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Christen interviews Flavia Silva who shares her story about moving from Brazil, her love of teaching, Christmas in Brazil, learning to think and speak in Portuguese and English, and how to speak love in every language. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Reed White!
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Christen interviews Stuart Hall and they talk about Christmas traditions with family, his story of battling COVID-19 earlier this year, the "Tacky Toot", showing love to others, and what it means to experience God's love. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Cadence!
Check out his website: www.iamstuarthall.com
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Christen interviews singer and songwriter, Shelly E. Johnson, and they talk about her Christmas album "Christmas is Beautiful", guitar callouses, songwriting, family home videos, and how the wonder of Christmas reminds us that we are loved by God. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Charis!
For more information about Shelly and her music, check out her website, www.shellyejohnson.com !
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Christen interviews cancer warrior, Ali Christian, and they talk about Ali's journey with cancer, grateful moments, matching buzz cuts, reaching out to friends who are lonely, and how she learned to trust God more than ever. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Laurel Grace!
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Christen interviews Chris Britt and they talk about how Chris learned to memorize the entire Gospel of Matthew, their friend Sam Smith, tornadoes and other memories from the Atlanta Passion Play, and using God's Word to overcome whatever we face. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Quinn Roney!
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Christen interviews Yancy, a singer, songwriter and producer from Nashville, TN, and they discuss Yancy's childhood dream of being a musician, her first concert gig, a pink boombox, and what worshipping God is really all about. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Lexi Upchurch!
Check out yancynotnancy.com to learn more about Yancy's music.
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Christen Clark interviews Clarissa Gibson, co-owner of the Gibson Co, and they discuss how Clarissa went from being a crafty kid, to starting a furniture business to opening a store and owning her own company. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Jaxson Upchurch!
Check out her website! shopthegibsonco.com
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Christen interviews 13 year old Mack McLeod, and they discuss how Mack started a cake business, the process of baking and decorating, creativity, and making people smile! Plus Kids Only segment featuring Will Renstrom.
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Christen interviews Nysi Kilgore and they discuss how to stand up to a bully, using your voice, the importance of talking it out, and flying pets. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Katie Freese!
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Christen interviews Olympic Platform Gold Medalist, Laura Wilkinson, as they discuss how Laura got started in diving, why Olympians bite their gold medal, overcoming negative words, and what it means find strength in God. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Ethan and Alexa!
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Christen interviews Irvin Archaga and they discuss their love of Christian worship music, learning to play guitar, Youtube Haircut tutorials, and being available to serve God. Plus the Kids Only Segment featuring Bailey and Alexa!
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Christen interviews Reggie Sumpter about being a game show host for thebiggameshow.com , and they discuss Dad jokes, game show buzzers, making people feel included, and how to treat others better. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Noah and Graham!
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Christen interviews Cass Brannan, and they discuss the adventures of having 5 boys, Little Ceasars, what makes a good friend, and the importance of being yourself. Plus, Kids Only Segment featuring Benjamin.
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Christen interviews Courntey Dyksterhouse, former TV news anchor turned speaker and business owner, and they talk about awards for jumping rope, reporting the news on TV, overcoming nervousness, and following wherever God leads. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Abbi Frey!
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Christen interviews JetBlue pilot, Captain Jason Rackley, and they discuss how Jason pursued his childhood dream of flying airplanes, how to deal with being nervous, and what his favorite part of flying is. Plus, Kids Only Segment featuring Jacob and Annabelle!
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Christen interviews Erika Bowman as they discuss Erika's love for the zoo, Blockbuster Video rentals, what a parable is, and how we can trust in God no matter what. Plus, Kids Only Segment featuring Eleanor Johnson.
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Christen interviews Magician Tommy Johns as they discuss how he got started in magic and how your attitude affects many areas of life. Tommy also performs a magic trick! Plus, Kids Only segment featuring Miles and Gianna.
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Christen interviews her mom, talks about family dynamics and how to speak to others in a way that is kind. The first ever interview of the Collide Kids Podcast! Plus, Kids only segment featuring Vance and Bailey.
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Introducing The Collide Kids Podcast! This is a brand new podcast for kids and families. Meet the host, Christen Clark, as she shares what this podcast is all about!
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