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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark sits down with Jacob Hardie, a running back for the University of Georgia (UGA) Bulldogs, to share his incredible journey of faith and love for football.

Jacob's story is one of resilience and faith, from his beginnings as an unrecruited high school football player to overcoming injuries and a shortened COVID season. Jacob talks about the importance of his family's support, their love for football, and how playing for the National Champion Bulldogs helped make some of their dreams come true.

Listeners will get an inside look at the demanding schedule of a college football player, both during the summer and regular season. Jacob reveals how faith intersects with football, emphasizing teamwork, trust, and prayer in his daily life. He also shares personal trials, including the loss of loved ones, and how his Christian faith has guided him through.

Jacob's passion for the game shines through in this discussion. His story is a testament to perseverance, love for the sport, and unwavering faith. Go Dawgs!

Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee from provisionpods.com.

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Coping with Loss and Faith

"I've had moments where my faith has been tested. I lost my aunt in 2020 to pancreatic cancer, and she was, like, my second mom. So, like, there was a point because I didn't understand why God would let something like that happen."

— Jacob Hardie [00:04:05 → 00:04:18]

Football as a Safe Space: "Football is my biggest way to get away from that. So football has just been a very safe space. I can't play a game whenever I want, but I can always work on my game whenever I want. And that's always been very comforting for me."

— Jacob Hardie [00:05:59 → 00:06:10]

Managing Performance Pressure: "After coming to Georgia, you kinda learn to, like, not to say just forget about the bad thoughts because they're always gonna be there and they are a possibility and you don't want it to just never be in your head. But you learn to manage them."

— Jacob Hardie [00:07:50 → 00:08:00]

"Faith and Determination in Sports": "For me personally, I trust that God has a plan for me and I'm gonna stick to that."

— Jacob Hardie [00:15:37 → 00:15:40]

The Intersection of Faith and Football: "I haven't been on a football team that doesn't pray before a game. As crazy it is, even if coaches or players don't believe in God, for some reason, everybody feels like you have to pray before a game."

— Jacob Hardie [00:16:07 → 00:16:44]

"From Immigrants to Football Fanatics: 'My dad, I say he got assimilated into it because, like, now he's, like, all about football and all this stuff.'"

— Jacob Hardie [00:19:34 → 00:19:39]

A Family Affair: "And I enjoyed doing that because I know all those times we watched it in my basement. Like, as a family, we were like, I wonder what it would be like to be there. And, like, not only were we there, but we won it in in such an amazing fashion. Like, it was really nice."

— Jacob Hardie [00:20:32 → 00:20:41]

The Impact of Parental Presence: "So when I was younger, when my dad could pick me up from school, it was like a big deal for me."

— Jacob Hardie [00:26:53 → 00:26:58]

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Welcome to an exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast! Join host Christen Clark as she chats with Amber Pike, a children and family ministry leader since she was 15 years old and author of the Family Cookbook Devotional. Amber's unique blend of fun, faith, and humor shine through as she shares all about her journey. 

Amber discusses how she came up with the idea for Family Cookbook Devotionals, combining delicious recipes with solid Biblical devotionals. She highlights the memory-making that happens when we cook together as a family, creating cherished memories, and integrating faith into everyday life.  Christen and Amber discuss the importance of family devotionals, noting that parents have a crucial role in teaching their children about God, and Amber shares practical tips on different ways her family incorporates faith into daily routines, in both intentional and unintentional ways 

Listeners will delight in Amber's personal stories, including the heartwarming moment when her seven-year-old daughter accepted Christ and was baptized. Plus, enjoy the "kids only" segment with a joke shared by Anna. Tune in for an episode filled with faith, family, and lifelong memories together.

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"The Importance of a Strong Foundation": "The devotion tie in was, you have to have crust on your pizza. Without the crust, you just have a hot mess in your hands. It's gooey."
— Amber Pike [00:09:36 → 00:09:42]

Teenagers Leading Devotions: "They were still my babies, they would take the kids home, and they would start leading them with their younger siblings without mom and dad. Like, mom and dad would be at work, and I'm getting pictures of them doing it, and there's no incentive to do it."
— Amber Pike [00:11:29 → 00:11:39]

The Heart of the Home: "We cook because it's a memory maker. At our house, the kitchen, it's it's the hub. You know? That's where we have conversations at the dinner table, and we have guests, and we cook together."
— Amber Pike [00:14:51 → 00:15:02]

Sentimental Pizza Kits:
"It's the it's the first one in there, but it's what kicked it off. I have a picture because I also ran my church's social media, so it's really good about posting online. So I have a picture from the first kits going home that I was promoing."
— Amber Pike [00:15:47 → 00:15:59]

Parental Responsibility in Faith: "He commanded first moms and dads. Now there is church is amazing. You guys should be plugged into a great church that is teaching you about God, that is growing your faith, but moms and dads were given the command, and we see it over and over in scripture that they are supposed to impress upon their children."
— Amber Pike [00:16:59 → 00:17:15]

Parenting and Faith: "Our faith should be lived out unintentionally, but then intentionally, moms and dads, we need to be teaching our kids about God because it is our job. It is our number one job as parents."
— Amber Pike [00:18:09 → 00:18:19]

Family Traditions: "We are probably the most consistent is that we always pray together at night before bed. And little sis picks who prays that night."
— Amber Pike [00:21:41 → 00:22:09]

"Childhood Rebellions": "Yes, I was kicked out of Sunday school as a child."
— Amber Pike [00:24:21 → 00:24:23]

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Welcome to the first episode of the 7th season of The Collide Kids Podcast! Host Christen Clark is thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Andrew Peterson, an award-winning singer, songwriter, and author of the Wingfeather Saga.

In this episode, Andrew shares insights on creativity, both in the arts and beyond, and how social media and technology can often hinder us from engaging more fully in creative endeavors. Christen and Andrew discuss the fascinating Wingfeather Saga, exploring its whimsical yet deep narrative, the joy he finds in creating unique words, animals, and plats to fill his stories, as well as the inspiration behind his new book, "The Prince of Yorsha Doon,"

As always this episode features the "Kids Only" segment with a joke from listener Reagan, and Christen invites you to join in the fun by sharing your favorite joke, bible verse, quote or song at CollideKidsPodcast.com.

Resources Mentioned:

• Andrew-Peterson.com for more about Andrew Peterson's music and books
• Wingfeathersaga.com for information on the Wingfeather Saga
• Angel Studios app for the animated Wingfeather Saga series
• "The Prince of Yorsha Doon," Andrew Peterson's new book
• CollideKidsPodcast.com for listener participation and the monthly newsletter

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"The Breadth of Creativity": "A friend of mine, Jonathan Rogers, talks about how if creativity is a pie, then the arts are only one slice of that pie. And he jokingly says they're not even a very important part of it." — Andrew Peterson 00:05:50

How Social Media Hinders Creativity: "Every moment that you're on social media is a moment that you're not writing the book or the song that you could be writing or gardening or whatever." — Andrew Peterson 00:08:09

The Return to Analog Creativity: "I actually considered working on my new book with writing it longhand. Really? With a legal pad? Yeah." — Andrew Peterson 00:08:54

Digital Detox: "I actually just bought a light phone. Have you heard of this? It's called the light phone. It's a phone that. All it does is text and call, and it works kind of like an old ipod." — Andrew Peterson 00:09:57

The Magic of Fantasy Writing: "If you're writing fantasy, one of the cool things is that you get to make up all the rules in your world." — Andrew Peterson 00:16:06

Monster Mayhem: "I get to put whatever monsters I want in the forest. I get to give the cows fangs and make them carnivorous." — Andrew Peterson 00:16:39

**Unvisited Worlds in Fiction**: "So one of the places in the books that we didn't get to visit in the four main four book series is the woes of Shreve and the city called Yorsha Doon." — Andrew Peterson 00:18:15

Harvesting Your Own Honey: "There is nothing quite like dipping your finger in a jar of honey that was made by bees on your own property." — Andrew Peterson 00:21:39

"Childhood Adventures": "I have this vivid memory of the feeling of danger, of climbing through the corn stalks with my brother and just catching a glimpse of the train track." — Andrew Peterson 00:25:29

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Welcome back to the Collide Kids Podcast. This is the final episode of Season 6! Hosted by Christen Clark, this episode features a very special guest: the incredibly talented Sheik Mozart. Sheik has been making an impact in the world of Church media and music for kids, blending upbeat hip hop vibes with meaningful Bible stories to create songs that kids love and parents won’t hate. 

Listeners will hear about Sheik’s journey—from his childhood experiences with Photoshop, Karaoke machines, vhs tapes, to his current role as a creative director at Church Visuals. The discussion reminisces about the joy and impact of Bible-themed songs growing up and how they inspired some of Sheik's songs such as "Hee Haw, I'm a Donkey" and "Resurrected," exploring the importance of making worship music fun and engaging for the entire family. 

Additionally, Sheik shares some of his favorite jokes, including one about a pig in a restaurant that sparks a hilarious conversation about the book "Monkey Farts." Whether reminiscing about the good old days of mixtapes or curious about how to make egg pizza, this episode offers a delightful mix of topics. 

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"From Self-Taught to Skilled:"
"And I've really just been doing that since, really since as far as I can remember, when I was like twelve or 13, I got a copy of Photoshop and Adobe illustrator, and these are graphic design programs... And so doing that for years and years and years, eventually I got to a point where it's like, hey, I enjoy this and I can do it."
— Sheik Mozart [00:09:13 → 00:10:12]

The Origin Story of a DIY Video Enthusiast: "My dad actually was also kind of a DIY video person. We used to go to this small Brazilian church. You know, there was, like, no staff, but he kind of decided that he was going to be the video guy. So he bought a camera, he built this, like, this rig on wheels, and he would. He would film every service."
— Sheik Mozart [00:10:37 → 00:10:59]

"Creating Music for Kids and Families": "I think about the music that I would have loved to have to have heard as a kid and with videos, you know, the same thing. Like, I think about the content that I would have loved to engage with as a kid, and that's. That's really what I'm making now."
— Sheik Mozart [00:13:34 → 00:14:15]

**How Childhood Memories Inspire Music**: "I wouldn't call them worship songs, but they were, like, bible songs or they, you know, they were. They were just kind of fun songs."
— Sheik Mozart [00:14:41 → 00:14:47]

Childhood Songs and Spiritual Journeys: "When I think about my spiritual journey, those songs kind of created a space for me to interact with the Bible, but to do it in such a fun way."
— Sheik Mozart [00:15:20 → 00:15:28]

The Evolution of Kids Ministry Music: "All the songs were so fun, and there was. It almost felt like we didn't believe that kids could understand what worship was, you know?"
— Sheik Mozart [00:18:15 → 00:18:23]

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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast, a show where kids and families come together to explore how life and faith collide. In this episode, host Christen Clark talks with the incredibly inspiring Nysi Kilgore. Nysi is an entrepreneur, educator, and the founder of Rooted Anchor and Compassion in Crisis ministries. She is about to embark on an amazing 11-month mission trip across Africa, visiting countries like Tanzania, Namibia, South Africa, and Swaziland.  In this episode, Nysi shares her journey, her work with children and families, and how she will use her skills to positively impact orphans, families, and communities. 

The discussion dives into the wild story of how God turned Nysi's plans for a vacation upside down into a mission that will change her life forever. You'll here about her preparations, her faith, and the incredible support she has received as she gets ready for this adventure with Jesus. Get ready to be so encouraged by Nysi's story and her devotion to using her gifts for God's glory. Let's dive into it!

Go to www.rootedanchor.com/compassionincrisis to follow along  Nysi's adventure in Africa!

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• "Living Abroad for a Year: Missions Work Across Four African Countries": "I have a one way ticket to the continent of Africa, and I will be living there for about eleven months doing missions work. And so I will be able to use all the skills that I have that I use here with families, with kids, and with grownups, and I will be able to use them for Jesus and to serve other people in Tanzania, Namibia, South Africa, and Swaziland, or it's been recently changed to Eswatini is the name of the country now... helping some different orphanages and some different churches and different organizations, all the things for about a year."

— Nysi Kilgore [00:05:19 → 00:06:04]

• Understanding Children's Emotions: "Sometimes, as grown ups, we can think about kids as if they're grown ups, but they're not. And we treat them like they're grown ups, but they're not."

— Nysi Kilgore [00:06:45 → 00:06:52]

• Empowering Orphanages with Life Skills: "I get to go and use those skills now at these orphanages that need systems to be put in place, and they need classes for the adults and the communities, and they need lessons for church leadership and kids ministry people."

— Nysi Kilgore [00:07:32 → 00:07:46]

• The Power of Community and Life Lessons: "God uses the lessons that we learn through those roles and who uses them to equip us, to make us who he wants us to be and for who we're going to become and what he has for us to do."

— Nysi Kilgore [00:08:46 → 00:08:55]

• Finding Purpose: The Shift from Personal Indulgence to Divine Mission: "And I was like, you know, I'm talking about blowing this money for myself, and I could really be investing and diving into what the Lord has for me. So I made the decision because that's what I was going to do. I was just going to give the whole trip to the Lord. I open my hands, I said, okay, God, whatever you want me to do, however you want me to do this, I will."

— Nysi Kilgore [00:16:31 → 00:16:47]

• "Following Childhood Dreams": "When people ask them what I wanted to be, I'd say I wanted to be a mom, and I want to be a veterinarian because that's what I thought I wanted to be for forever, but I would always, like, followed up with, but what I really want to do is I really want to have an orphanage. That's what I really want to do."

— Nysi Kilgore [00:19:40 → 00:19:53]

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Welcome to The Collide Kids Podcast. In this episode, host Christen Clark talks with special guest, Ali Gilkeson. Ali is a talented performer as a member of the internationally renowned Christian band Rend Collective, and new children's book author.  In this episode, listeners will explore Ali's unique journey of parenting with young children on the road while touring with her band and how her children have learned by observing their parents live out their calling and dreams in front of them. This conversation also covers her family's transition to life in Nashville, and her children now attending school for the first time.  Ali shares the inspiring story behind Rend Collective's hit song, "My Lighthouse," and talks about her new children's book inspired by the song. Details about Ali's upcoming book release are revealed, along with an inspiring childhood memory. Don't miss this inspiring interview! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Zach Jones!

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"Parent-Friendly Kids' Music": "It'd be so good to have music that was hopeful and spoken message that kids could learn the words off to and that the parents, you weren't pulling your hair out while listening to it."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:04:45 → 00:04:55]

**The Song That Touched Generations**: "We started getting these emails of skills and summer camps and prisons, and it really connected with a whole wide scope of people. I think that was what was so amazing about it was like you had three year olds doing the actions, and then you had, you know, 80 year olds, you know, listening to it, and then everybody in between."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:09:57 → 00:10:18]

Trust in God: "Sometimes if anybody was going to show up to a show, we just had no idea. And, you know, I feel like our lives have been built on trust a lot, and having to be where they always say, trust the process. Trust the process. Or for us, it was like, just trust in Jesus. Like, trust in God. Like, what he says is true."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:13:36 → 00:13:52]

Unique Instruments in Worship: "So probably the most unique instrument that we've used is thing called the Jingling Johnny, which my husband plays."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:16:58 → 00:17:04]

**Bridging the Gap Through Music**: "When you hear our music, you'll hear the words in the message, but there's an invitation to it. That anyone can almost listen to it and get a hold of and be. Be captured by it a little bit, you know?"
— Ali Gilkeson [00:18:38 → 00:18:49]

Balancing Parenthood and Careers: "We didn't want to stop our lives to have kids. We just wanted to bring our kids into our lives and be like, hey, this is. This is our ministry."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:20:35 → 00:20:41]

The Greatest Gift to Your Child: "I honestly believe one of the greatest gifts you can give your child is for them to witness you living your life and not stopping your life. And so our kids have seen that."
— Ali Gilkeson [00:22:52 → 00:23:02]

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Welcome to another amazing episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, hosted by Christen Clark! This episode delves into the crucial topic of digital safety for kids and families in today's tech-driven world. This week's guest is Chris McKenna, the founder of Protect Young Eyes, a resource dedicated to providing practical solutions to keep children safe online.

Chris brings his expertise to the table, discussing how to navigate the digital landscape, particularly during the summer months when screen time often increases.  We cover key factors that heighten digital risk—new places, new people, and new patterns—and offers actionable advice for parents and children to manage these challenges effectively. Open communication, setting boundaries, and understanding the influence of technology on family dynamics are also key points of focus.
You will gain invaluable tips and strategies from this conversation! So, grab your headphones and get ready for an enriching episode that provides essential insights for navigating the digital world safely.

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The Dangers of Technology: "It didn't feel like putting a hundred million people with 100 million choices inside the pockets of amazing, curious, but sometimes impulsive young people was a great idea."
— Chris McKenna [00:04:55 → 00:05:04]

"The Hidden Cost of the Internet": "I want every human listening to this, whether you're 4 or 104, to understand that almost everything that we use that's connected to the Internet wasn't designed with human flourishing in mind. Why?  ... for kids listening to this, understand that everything you use connected to the Internet wants to make money. That's just the reality of it."
— Chris McKenna [00:11:33 → 00:11:54]

The Power of Relationships in Gaming and Social Media: "They know that you'll stay in the game longer because they know, just like God does, that relationships matter."
— Chris McKenna [00:13:54 → 00:14:02]

Nighttime Digital Risk for Kids: "There's something about being online at night again, that toxic trio of bedrooms, boredom and darkness that always multiplies digital problems."
— Chris McKenna [00:19:05 → 00:19:13]

**Navigating Digital Boundaries for Kids**: "I think that we need to just, with love and curiosity, ask loving, curious questions about what kinds of digital controls are in place in the physical places where my child is spending time."
— Chris McKenna [00:20:34 → 00:20:48]

The Importance of Knowing Other Parents: "I just think that's more necessary today that we need to know the parents of the kids that our kids are hanging out with so we can have these conversations, establish a relationship with them."
— Chris McKenna [00:22:31 → 00:23:16]

How to Keep Kids Safe Online: "If somebody at a house or a place that you go to wants to show you something on a tablet or a screen or a phone, they always go, whoa, whoa, wait, wait, wait. Before you show me, tell me, what is it that you're trying to show me and make them tell you what it is that they're trying to show you."
— Chris McKenna [00:23:40 → 00:23:56]

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In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host Christen Clark invites listeners to explore the impactful work of There's Hope for the Hungry with special guest Dr. Tom Neville. The episode delves into how this wonderful organization in North Georgia serves those in need by providing essential groceries but also sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. You will learn about how the whole family can participate in the ministry, kids and adults alike, as they spread hope and compassion through this ministry. Join in for stories of faith, service, and the profound impact of serving others' physical and spiritual needs by putting our faith into action. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Benjamin!

Go to thereshopeforthehungry.org to learn more about this organization and ways your family can get involved.

Special Thanks to our editor Jay Lee from provisionpods.com!

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"Faith and Action": "Our ministry really is about evangelism. It's about sharing the gospel with families that are in need. And, of course, we meet their physical need with the food, but we also help with their spiritual needs."
— Tom Neville [00:04:35 → 00:04:48]

"Teaching Practical Faith": "And that's one of the great things about this ministry, is it really teaches people really how to share their faith at a very practical level, just to show their compassion for people."
— Tom Neville [00:08:04 → 00:08:15]

Passion for Missions: "Missions was really what lit my fire for Jesus, if you will."
— Tom Neville [00:13:43 → 00:13:47]

"Feeding Communities with Large-Scale Donations": "We actually have to purchase food from area food banks. And so we purchase food from the food banks that represent the counties in which we have our locations."
— Tom Neville [00:16:20 → 00:16:31]

Unexpected Caregivers in America: "Sometimes we have parents that have made some poor decisions, and so their children are back living with their grandparents, and maybe the grandparents weren't really planning on that. They weren't. They weren't expecting, you know, in their sixties, seventies, and sometimes even into their eighties, taking care of children that are, you know, that are in elementary school."
— Tom Neville [00:19:06 → 00:19:28]

The Benefit of Ministry: "We live in a world and a society where it's so much me, me, and what can I get and what do I have? And so for them to see that we are really involved in giving to others, putting the needs and the priorities of others ahead of ourselves, but also mainly to make sure that they don't just have what they need for that day or for a few days or a few weeks, but they have what they need for all of eternity. And that is a relationship with Jesus."
— Tom Neville [00:24:00 → 00:24:30]

Involving Children in Ministry: "But each one of those boxes, they understand that that box represents an opportunity for someone from our ministry to be able to share the gospel one on one, eyeball to eyeball with someone in need."
— Tom Neville [00:25:47 → 00:26:02]

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Welcome to a very exciting episode of the Collide Kids Podcast. Host Christen Clark brings you an inspiring guest today—Daniel Gil, a champion on "American Ninja Warrior" and only the 4th man in history to achieve total victory over Mount Midoriyama.

Daniel's journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and determination. From his childhood adventures on playgrounds to becoming a pro-level ninja athlete, Daniel shares how he has entrusted his dreams to God, embracing every obstacle with prayer and praise. He opens up about overcoming personal challenges, including a period of inactivity and obesity, and reveals how his love for movement and training guided him back to physical fitness. Listeners will dive deep into Daniel’s experiences on American Ninja Warrior, where he faced numerous rejections before achieving phenomenal success. He discusses the importance of embracing the process rather than just focusing on the end goal and how his faith has been a crucial factor in his journey. Additionally, Daniel shares insights on mental wellness, nutrition, and the interconnectedness between physical, mental, and spiritual strength.

So, grab your headphones and get ready for an episode filled with inspiring stories, powerful life lessons, and a whole lot of faith in Jesus. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Fisher!

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"Perseverance and Faith in American Ninja Warrior": "God, thank you for this opportunity. I'm so grateful to get to do something that I love. Now, God, with your help, give me the strength to do what I planned. I believe I'm strong enough, I believe I'll be fast enough, and I believe I can finish this course and hit that buzzer. And I'm going to lift up my hands and give you glory."
— Daniel Gil [00:12:28 → 00:12:44]

Overcoming Failure: "Sometimes the greatest ministry that we can give others is show them what it looks like to fall and fail, but get back up quickly and get back up stronger than ever."
— Daniel Gil [00:19:08 → 00:19:18]

Put God First: "Seek first the kingdom of God and live righteously and all these things will be added to you."
— Daniel Gil [00:25:20 → 00:25:25]

Upside-Down Leadership: "If you want to be first, be last. If you want to be the greatest, be the least, be the servant of everybody else and be willing to wash their feet."
— Daniel Gil [00:26:04 → 00:26:11]

Miraculous Marathon: "I said, God, I know what the Bible says, if you need to give me the strength to beat this rope, you can give me supernatural strength like you did Samson in the Bible to defeat the Philistine army."
— Daniel Gil [00:27:42 → 00:28:40]

"Faith and Triumph During the Pandemic": "And I said, God, if you brought me this far once, I'll still train, I'll still do my best, but I believe that you're going to bring me here again. And so the next year, I came back in the middle of 2020, and during the whole worldwide lockdown and the pandemic, I came back and I won season twelve of American Ninja warrior."
— Daniel Gil [00:29:00 → 00:29:20]

The Importance of Mental Health: "I feel like even in the last few years, mental health has become increasingly popular and popular because of its need, its necessity in our world."
— Daniel Gil [00:31:05 → 00:31:16]

Viral Topic: The Food-Mood Connection: "I did a mental wellness certification and realized that a lot of the time, the foods that we eat have direct influence on the way that we feel."
— Daniel Gil [00:33:48 → 00:33:58]

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Welcome to another fun episode of The Collide Kids Podcast! In this episode, host Christen Clark dives into the wonderful world of Vacation Bible School (VBS) with a special guest, Amy Fenton from Orange. Amy, who boasts 30 years of experience in kids ministry, plays a crucial role in creating and directing of VBS curriculum and providing support to churches across the nation. The episode explores why Amy prefers to call VBS  "VERY BEST SUMMER", and how it offers a week filled with fun, fellowship, and faith. The historical evolution of VBS is discussed, tracing its origins from the late 1800s to today's dynamic and inclusive programs designed to celebrate Jesus and create memorable experiences. Amy shares personal insights and heartwarming stories from her extensive involvement, highlighting the significance of VBS in fostering community and helping kids make pivotal decisions to follow Jesus.

You will get excited and inspired to participate in VBS this Summer. And don't miss Christen's special Mother's Day poem write by ChatGPT! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Blake!

Go to thinkorange.com/vbs to learn how your church can Start the Party!

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**Exploring Faith Through Fun**: "VBS is a super fun week during the year for kids to come to your church and to have a blast with a big group of friends. They get to learn about Jesus. They get to play games, eat snacks, watch some cool bible stories acted out on the stage, just hang with their friends."
— Amy Fenton [00:08:07 → 00:08:28]

Impact of Childhood Religious Experiences: "But my mom was always super passionate about VBS because that's when she became a Christian at VBS, when she was a little girl. And she still, to this day, if you asked her, she is 70 years old, and she will still tell you, that was such a special moment in her life and what an impact vbs had."
— Amy Fenton [00:11:30 → 00:11:50]

Importance of Fun in Children's Lives: "I think fun is the most important thing in a kid's life, especially in the summer."
— Amy Fenton [00:13:13 → 00:13:18]

**Inspiring Youth Leadership in Community Programs**: "They weren't there as a helper. They truly led my kids really, really well."
— Amy Fenton [00:21:45 → 00:21:51]

Adapting Education for Modern Kids: "I mean, that's the question we even ask ourselves every year is like, okay, is the way we did it this year still relevant for this new wave of kids, this new audience? Because I feel like we always have to be willing to change and adapt for the kids that we're leading."
— Amy Fenton [00:23:25 → 00:23:42]

Spiritual Celebrations: "That's the day where we always present the plan of salvation and tell kids how much God loves them, and we want to celebrate the good news of Jesus."
— Amy Fenton [00:26:07 → 00:26:16]

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