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A Theology of Work and Chores
Work is not a curse. It’s a reality, and it can even be worship! Join Pastors Amy and Darren Adwalpalker for a theological and practical discussion about training children to be vital, contributing family members according to their age and stage.
Authoritative Parenting
What is “authoritative” parenting? How does it differ from other styles of parenting such as authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful parenting? Join Pastor Amy and Healing Place Counselor Cari Rothenhoefer (LCSW) for a discussion about how to create a climate of responsiveness to our children while maintaining clear expectations.
Heart for Lebanon
Camille Melki shares the story of how Heart for Lebanon began and the how they are serving Christ courageously amidst so many crises in their country.
Discover(AD) with Nick Greenwood.
Nick is a missionary with NOVO who has developed a process called Discover(AD) which helps people get clear on their identity in Christ and the unique ways they can impact others and see Christ glorified in whole neighborhoods and networks of new disciples.
Feed Nicaragua
Pastor Darren speaks with the NICE Foundation coordinator in Nicaragua, Tony Picado about the challenges of ministry in that country as well as the way the food Highland Park packs through Feed Nicaragua impacts lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Tips, Tricks, and Hacks to make today count for your family
Parents are gifts to their children and need to know they are succeeding at loving and equipping them. Being strategic and intentional in parenting is one way to ensure your success. Today we offer some tips, tricks and hacks to add to your strategy that we are sure you will find useful.
Sculpting Your Summer: How to have an intentional summer crafted to reflect what your family values most.
Make memories that last without breaking the bank. Join our guest, Jen Rutkowski, military spouse & homeschool mom of three active boys as we discuss how to get what you and your family need this summer–whether rest, reconnection, nature, or adventure!
To be a Godly Father
A young father and a grandfather discuss Biblical truth and life experience in an attempt to answer the question, “What does it take to be a Godly father?”
Motherhood is Spiritual!
Catherine McNiel, author of Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline, invites us to consider that while moms may feel like they are struggling to practice their faith–unable to sit through church uninterrupted or have a “quiet time” with God– they are actually joining an ancient line of women living out a vibrant, God-ordained experience of mothering and self-giving love. Motherhood is spiritual! Ordinary acts of daily love and service can transform our souls.
Novo Missionaries, Randy and Doralicia Gonzales
Novo missionaries in Spain, Randy and Doralicia Gonzales, speak with Pastor Darren about how they reach out to their neighbors in simple ways. They are an encouragement to us about being attentive to God’s work in and around us as we seek to have Jesus conversations with others. We also spoke of the deep work of spiritual formation that God wants to do in our lives as we slow down to connect with Him. Listen and be encouraged!
Handling Your Child’s Big Feelings . . . and Handling Your Own!
Gain strategies for handling your child’s big feelings and your own triggered feelings as well. Learn what to say in the heat of the moment. Discover that conflict can even be an opportunity to teach your child a new skill! Join Pastor & Mom, Amy Adwalpalker, & Kyree Corbett, Director of Kids Works Preschool & Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor, for this keeping-it-real conversation.