The Almost Amazing Podcast

Jennifer and Justin catch up with Kristen, the former Crosspoint Church - Bellaire campus Kidstuff Director, as she looks back at her time in ministry, and looks forward to the next chapter in her life. We talk about ways to bless our ministry leaders and some behind the scenes stories of life in the church during a pandemic.

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Jess Madden, registered dietitian focusing on child nutrition, has a career devoted to helping families develop positive attitudes and habits in regard to food. Kids are notoriously stubborn at the dinner table, so how do we get them the proper nutrition in these formative years? Jess shares her thoughts on some common struggles parents face in this area.

Jennifer and Justin talk with Jenny Johnson, founder of Project One Day, a childcare solution for working parents in need of affordable, safe, Christ-centered childcare. As the mother of three teenagers, Jenny also shares strategies to get your children connected in church.

To learn more about Project One Day, visit https://podhouston.org

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Kevin Dean, Artistic Director of the AD Players in Houston, TX, talks about his faith and his work, sharing how following Christ in our daily lives can impact those who don't know Jesus in significant ways. We also hear about his family's journey through the adoption process, and how community groups at the CityRise Network provide support for a person seeking to grow in their faith.

To learn more about the AD Players visit https://www.adplayers.org/

Jennifer and Justin talk with Jeff Frey, VP of Innovation at Talent Path, and faculty member of The Citadel and Rice University.

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Crosspoint Church - Bellaire Worship Pastor Aaron Senseman shares an encouraging word for any parents walking through a prodigal season with their children. There is no way to predict how the Holy Spirit will work, and those furthest from God may one day return to lead others in their faith.

Jennifer and Justin talk with Jean Pennington, newly retired Women's Ministry Director of the CityRise Network.

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Andy gives us a unique perspective on transitioning your children to college. Based on his experience as the Baptist Student Ministry Director for Rice University and the Med Center in Houston, Andy talks about fears, trusting the Holy Spirit, and guiding your children now in preparation for the next chapter of life.

Jennifer and Justin talk with Judy Ho about her faith and life as a medical professional during a pandemic.

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As a leader in the Yes Prep schools of Houston, and with over 20 years of teaching experience, Keith Desrosiers offers insight into the state of education during a pandemic from the unique perspective of someone experiencing it from both sides of the table- as a dad and as a math teacher.

For more information on Yes Prep schools visit https://yesprep.org