Just like parenting, some resources don’t fit into a pre-existing mold! Here are helpful tools for you.
As parents, we all want to make sure our children are safe and healthy. And in today’s digital age, that means helping them navigate the complex and ever-changing world of technology.
From social media to gaming, our kids are using digital devices and platforms more than ever before, and it’s important that we as parents understand how to manage and monitor their use
To help keep your kids safe while they use social media, it’s important to have an open and honest conversation with them about the rules and expectations you have for their behavior online. Having a social media agreement with your kids can help establish clear expectations and boundaries. Download our sample agreement from some great parents just like you!
This no-rehearsal skit is a super fun way engage your family and friends with the story of Jesus’ birth! This year, they won’t be just listening to the Scriptures being read, but they’ll be acting it out as you narrate.
Pause and breathe. You are covered in our prayers in this heavy time in life. Thankfully, Colossians 1:9-11 is full of practical and extremely applicable
There are so many people to be thankful for, especially in this time of COVID-19. Take a moment and relish in a little appreciation for
Does stay-at-home time feel like managing a zoo? It’s not too late to bring some order and consistency into the inconsistent uncertainty of life. Author
Is your angst increasing about the possibility of a “new normal”? What tomorrow holds can be overwhelming. Don’t get lost in tomorrow at the cost
Your kids have lost a lot in this season. There are great lessons that can be pulled even in the midst of loss. Learn these
You are probably doing a good or even great job in managing this norm. But, you don’t have to keep it all together all the
In this episode of Parent Pit Stop, Kurt shares one of the most famous moments of Jesus’ ministry and reminds us that oftentimes God not
In this episode of Parent Pit Stop, Kurt talks about making sure you find time to do the things that fill your tank. Author Chris
The uncertainty of tomorrow, next week and next month can be overwhelming. Be reminded about how to live in the short-term, day-to-day, while keeping a
There is no time like the present, in the “new norm” of being at-home for work, school, play, meals and more, to take an intentional
Join us for our Hope for Mental Health Community – a safe place for anyone living with or affected by mental illness. Our monthly gatherings
Author Chris Reed | Pastor to Parents | Saddleback Church Chris married his beautiful bride, Tina, in 1990. They have three wonderful adult children, Jacob,
Join two of our Pastors, Kurt Johnston and AC Crumbey as they share some thoughts and tips about talking to our kids about racism. They
Join Dan Adams as he shares all about the Wheel of Strength, a vital resource in the prevention of suicide. Author Chris Reed | Pastor
Dan Adams dives deeper into the critical role that trusted adults play in the prevention of suicide. Learn how you can become a trusted adult
At the September Mental Health Gathering, the emphasis was on all things suicide prevention. Join Kay Warren and team as they unpack this difficult yet
A parent’s worst nightmare is hearing your child is struggling with thoughts of suicide. Kelly Rosati offers practical tools that she has learned from years
A child who is acting out can simply stress you out as a parent. In this final video in the Tuff Stuff series learn how
Correction and intervention are inevitable parts of parenting. This can feel even more daunting when parenting a child struggling behaviorally. In this fourth video in
Healthy relationships are at the heart of behavioral opportunities. Dig deeper into the root causes of behavioral issues with your child in this third video
In the second video in the Tuff Stuff series, learn all about the attachment cycle. Identify and implement the empowering principles to build hope, trust,
What do you do when your child is displaying some tough behavior? Especially if your child has undergone trauma? Learn how to begin to decode
Author Chris Reed | Pastor to Parents | Saddleback Church Chris married his beautiful bride, Tina, in 1990. They have three wonderful adult children, Jacob,
Author Chris Reed | Pastor to Parents | Saddleback Church Chris married his beautiful bride, Tina, in 1990. They have three wonderful adult children, Jacob,
Session 1: Growing Healthy Kids In this session parents will be reminded that healthy families don’t happen by accident and discover four things they
Talk to kids — Almost everyone has experienced harassment or bullying at some point in their lives. You can be bullied for your appearance, your
Talk to kids — If you’re a parent, you know that raising kids in today’s world is tough. Mixed messages are everywhere, and kids can
Today, you have more technology in your pocket than NASA had when it sent astronauts to the moon in 1969. We all know the benefits
Research shows that your income, influence, family, career, friendships, and personal happiness are dramatically affected by how well you learn to listen and speak to
As students head back to school, it is inevitable that they will be confronted with controversial issues. How can you be prepared for different questions
As students head back to school, it is inevitable that they will be confronted with controversial issues. How can you be prepared for different questions
Awesome families prepare us for life. But just like any other great relationship, an awesome family is not automatic or unintentional — you’re going to
The hardest place to show mercy is in your home. It’s often easier to show mercy to strangers than someone close to us. But, when
There’s no question that having children costs money, time, and sleep! But the investment is worth every ounce of energy — kids keep us younger,
Being a parent takes courage, effort, and sacrifice. In fact, raising a child may be the most demanding task of life. The way we bring
