The Parenting for Faith podcast

We were so honoured this week to chat with Dr Naomi Graham, occupational therapist and founder of Growing Hope, a charity which offers free therapy to children with additional needs, as well as support to their families, all through the local church. We all seek parental love, comfort and protection - but sometimes there are challenges to experiencing that. Naomi chats about these challenges, as well as the huge lessons to be learnt from our children about how we relate to God and seek his love too. Like all our episodes this season, today's conversation is loosely based around a chapter from Anna's insightful new book, Being God's Child. Due for release on 21.7.23, you can pre-order it here: https://www.brfonline.org.uk/products/being-gods-child-a-parents-guide? Links: - Growing Hope charity: https://growinghope.org.uk/ - When Dreams Change course (for parents): https://growinghope.org.uk/wdcreferrals/ - Siblings Group: https://growinghope.org.uk/siblings/ - Naomi's book: Love Surpassing Knowledge: https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/understanding-the-faith/general-theological-issues/love-surpassing-knowledge/ It is so refreshing to hear of a Christian seeking to share God's love in such practical ways, using their professional qualifications and experience. If you were encouraged today, would you consider making a small donation to support this podcast? Each episode of the Parenting for Faith podcast takes a small team to put together: inviting and briefing guests, writing questions, conducting the interview, creating marketing assets and promoting widely. We are so grateful for your support, without which all this couldn't happen. Find out more about giving a one-off or regular gift at www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

Today's guest is the fabulous Victoria Beech, founder of Godventure, home educating mama and all round creative person. Children can be so observant of the little details in life, and Victoria shares how we can learn from them in terms of celebrating and enjoying simple things. She helps us to unpack any guilt we might feel about our quiet times not looking like they did before parenthood, and instead suggests that learning to celebrate the big and little things can lead to a broader, richer way of connecting with God. Victoria just created this lovely Summer Thanks journal, a simple way to practise thankfulness with 31 thanks prompts, one per page with loads of space to draw, doodle or write what you're thankful for. You can even get 10 to share with friends for only £2 each using the code: summer10 https://godventure.co.uk/product/summer-thanks-journal/ Further links: - Explore Godventure: Godventure.co.uk - Follow Victoria on Instagram: Godventure.co.uk - Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theRealGodVenture - Godventure 'thanks' resources: https://godventure.co.uk/product-category/seasonal/thanktober/ - Developing spiritual habits, based on the concepts in 'Atomic Habits' https://godventure.co.uk/faith-at-home-habits/ - The role of nature in connecting to God https://godventure.co.uk/nature-is-the-first-cathedral/ - How to spend more time outside in nature https://godventure.co.uk/1000-hours-outside/ - Ten places to read the Bible outside https://godventure.co.uk/10-outside-places-to-read-the-bible-or-pray/ - Atomic Habits: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/1847941834/ - pre-order Being God's Child (Anna Hawken), release date 21.7.23 https://www.brfonline.org.uk/products/being-gods-child-a-parents-guide? We hope you've been encouraged and inspired by Victoria's words today. If so, would you consider making a small donation to help keep this podcast and ministry going? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

We're thrilled today to be hearing from Matt Varah Wilson of PrayerStorm, an organisation which motivates individuals to develop their prayer 'muscle' and a greater passion for intercessory prayer. Matt is a designer/illustrator by trade, a husband to Beth and a homeschooling Dad of three girls. Lucy asked Matt how we can learn to rely more on God in prayer as tired parents, and how we can encourage our kids to turn to God for their needs. Links: - Prayer Storm TV on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrayerStormTV - pre-order 'Being God's Child' by Anna Hawken (BRF, 2023) https://www.brfonline.org.uk/products/being-gods-child-a-parents-guide Wow - what an inspiring episode on prayer! If you've been inspired or encouraged today, would you consider partnering with us, so that we can continue to record this podcast for generations of parents to come? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

Karen Allen is Anna's guest today on the podcast, chatting about how we can persevere through our flaws and failings - messing up, but not giving up. Karen is a renowned author, inspirational speaker, preacher, teacher, content creator and transformational leader whose passion and purpose includes the empowerment and development of others. As part of her life's mission she is committed to challenging the norm and changing the narrative as it relates to young people and in particular black men. Karen is also the proud mother of five phenomenal human beings. Links: - Find out more about Karen Allen: https://www.karenallen.info/ - "Broken into Useful Pieces" available here: https://www.karenallen.info/author - "Thou art the man" available here: https://www.karenallen.info/ (scroll down) - pre-order 'Being God's Child' by Anna Hawken (BRF, 2023) https://www.brfonline.org.uk/products/being-gods-child-a-parents-guide We hope you enjoyed hearing from Karen in this episode. We love producing faith-based content to encourage you - but of course there's a financial cost attached. Would you consider partnering with us, so that we can continue to record this podcast for generations of parents to come? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

In today's episode, Becky catches up with Justin Brierley to chat about the importance of asking questions, and how to approach our children's big questions about God. Justin is best known for hosting the Unbelievable and Ask N.T. Wright Anything podcasts, the former for 17 years. He is a husband, dad of four, author, speaker...and a big fan of questions! Links: - Find out more about Justin Brierley: https://justinbrierley.com/ - Justin's new book The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God will release 12.9.23 - pre-order here: https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/understanding-the-faith/general-theological-issues/surprising-rebirth-of-belief-in-god/ - pre-order 'Being God's Child' by Anna Hawken (BRF, 2023) https://www.brfonline.org.uk/products/being-gods-child-a-parents-guide We hope you found this episode entertaining and helpful. We certainly loved making it! But we can't do it for free. Would you consider partnering with us, so that we can continue to record this podcast for generations of parents to come? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at https://www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

Today's episode sees Anna chatting with Phil Togwell about what it means to spend time with God, and how we can encourage our children in it. Phil is International Director for Prayer Spaces in Schools and the founder of Lectio for Families. Part of the writing team for Lectio 365, Phil is a husband, dad, foster carer and lives in the North East. He has a lot of wisdom and experience to share! Links: - Lectio for Families: https://www.24-7prayer.com/resource/lectioforfamilies/ - https://prayerspacesinschools.com/ - Children's Spirituality (Rebecca Nye) https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/school-and-church-teaching-resources/general-teaching-resources/childrens-spirituality-what-it-is-and-why-it-matters/ - The Message (Eugene Peterson) https://www.eden.co.uk/bibles/the-message-bibles/the-message-remix/the-message-bible-remix-bible-purple-imitation-leather-book-introductions-maps-topica-index - pre-order 'Being God's Child' by Anna Hawken (BRF, 2023) https://www.brfonline.org.uk/products/being-gods-child-a-parents-guide If you’ve found this podcast or other resources helpful, could you donate to support this vital work? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at https://www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

Welcome to Season 6 of the Parenting for Faith podcast! Over the next twelve weeks, we'll be welcoming some fascinating guests onto the show to discuss what we can learn from our children about our relationship with God. Each week will be loosely based on a different chapter of Anna Hawken's forthcoming book, 'Being God's Child'. In today's episode, Anna chats to single mum of three Toro Olusegun about what it means to relate to God in a father-child relationship. Toro ('Lady Tee') is an independent social worker, trauma coach and founder of the Whole Woman. She's a good listener, an encourager, a passionate woman of God who, having faced her fair share of life's curve balls, encourages others to live with courage, resilience and hope. The vision of The Whole Woman, Toro's ministry, is about wholeness, rebuilding and restoration of single mums. It equips single mothers to rebuild their foundations so that they can identify their capabilities, maximise their potentials and be whole, in order to raise children who thrive. Links: - Join 'The Whole Woman' group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thewholewomanconnexions - Follow Toro on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewholewomanministry/ - Jireh (Elevation Worship and Maverick City) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_gCSJI6DKM - pre-order 'Being God's Child' by Anna Hawken (BRF, 2023) https://www.brfonline.org.uk/products/being-gods-child-a-parents-guide If you’ve found this podcast or other resources helpful, could you donate to support this vital work? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at https://www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

In today's season finale, Anna chats to Parenting for Faith colleagues Becky Sedgwick and Kate Irvine, both parents of adult kids, about how we can start to parent for faith even if our children are older when we learn about it. If you’ve found this podcast or other resources helpful, could you donate to support this vital work? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at https://www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

"I DON'T WANT TO GO TO CHURCH!" How many of us parents have heard that refrain before?! In this episode, Rachel helps us unpack what might be behind this statement in a way which helps us and our children take their next steps towards connecting with God. Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. If you’ve found this podcast or other resources helpful, could you donate to support this vital work? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at https://www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

It's easy to become overwhelmed as a parent, spinning multiple plates as we try to keep on top of parenting, work, church involvement and our homes. In this episode, we welcomed author and mum of six Elizabeth El-Mostain to chat to us about how to parent for faith when we feel out of time or capacity. Elizabeth shared down-to-earth tips for making the most of our church families to wrap around us and our kids as we parent for faith, as well as how she stays connected to God when life is busy. You can buy Elizabeth's book, Survival Tips for Mums, here: https://www.eden.co.uk/survival-tips-for-mums/ Links to resources Elizabeth mentioned: Torchlighters series - https://www.eden.co.uk/shop/search.php?q=torchlighters&products%5Bquery%5D=torchlighters God's Not Dead - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2528814/ Overcomer - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8186318/ The Case for Christ - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6113488/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Courageous - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1630036/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 War Room - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3832914/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Seeds Family Worship - https://www.seedsfamilyworship.com/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. If you’ve found this podcast or other resources helpful, could you donate to support this vital work? You or your church can become a friend of Parenting for Faith by making a monthly gift of £2 a month or more. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation. Find out more at https://www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.