Growing Families

In this episode, we’ll go over part two of the Telling God’s Story lesson for February from Valarie Stark. Don’t forget to use your props from your resource bag so you can play along!

In this episode, we’ll go over the Telling God’s Story lesson for February from Valarie Stark. We encourage you to take time once a week to retell the story using the gold bag of props. You can use this episode, you can read the script provided in your resource bag, or you can tell it in your own words.

For parents with toddlers, we have another rhyming card video on the Growing Families website. And for teens, Stephanie Peterson has put together another creative response video, and this month she’s leading a yarnactivity your kids will really enjoy. Make sure you visit the website this month to get the most out of all of this month’s lesson.

Also, you may have noticed that this episode says “part 1” in the title. That’s because this month’s we have two videos for Telling God’s Story, so be sure to listen to or watch both!

It’s February, and as always, we’re starting out with our Formation Lesson from Laura Hunter. Be sure to visit the website (growingfamilies.asburyseminary.edu) so you can see her recommendations for how you can implement this month’s theme each week. You’ll also find bonus resources there – beyond what’s provided in your monthly resource bag, that you can use to foster spiritual growth in your family.

In this episode, we’ll go over the January Parenting Lesson with Dr. Russell Hall called ““God, Help Me to Accept the Things I Cannot Change.” This month, Dr. Hall explains that the temperament each child is born with stays with them, but parents can still influence their children’s character traits. You can celebrate a child’s unique qualities while still guiding them toward holy living. 

In this episode, we’ll go over the Telling God’s Story lesson for January from Valarie Stark. We encourage you to take time once a week to retell the story using the gold bag of props. You can use this episode, or you can tell it in your own words.

Happy New Year, families! Is one of your resolutions to deepen your family's faith? You're not alone! This month, we're diving into "companion planting," starting with the spiritual practice of hospitality. Join Laura as she unpacks how practicing hospitality—no matter your personality or schedule—can cultivate spiritual vibrancy in your home. Let’s grow together!

In this episode, we’ll go over the December Parenting Lesson with Dr. Steve Stratton about Balancing Conflict. After you’re done listening, be sure to read and respond to the handout on the curriculum page on the Growing Families website.

In this episode, we’ll go over the Telling God’s Story lesson for this month from Valarie Stark. As you listen to the story, look for the many times God kept his promises. Try to retell the story using the props from the gold bag. Listen to it as many times as the children choose. For families with toddlers or teens, be sure to visit the growing families website for additional videos to help them dive deeper into the lesson. 

In this episode, we’ll go over the Formation lesson for this month from Laura. Our theme this month is “Building a Trellis for our growing garden”, and we’ll be taking a closer look at our habits. Be sure to check the lesson page on the Growing Families website for a weekly breakdown of the formation activities for this month. 

In this episode, we’ll go over the November Parenting Lesson with Dr. Steve Stratton about "Effective Communication For Your Family". After you’re done listening, be sure to read and respond to the handout on Communication. You can find it on the curriculum page on the Growing Families website.