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Greg and Jacquie Francis | Coaching, Resilience
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If you’re a Christian parent who wants to raise kids with unshakable character, strong values, and deep faith but feel unsure of how to build that culture at home consistently, you’re in the right place. On High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis take you behind the scenes of their own family of eight to share real strategies, biblical wisdom, and practical tools for parenting with confidence and purpose. Each episode helps you strengthen your marriage, lead your children with clarity, and build a home where faith, discipline, and unity thrive, no chaos, no confusion, no burnout.

  1. 22H AGO

    Celebration Creates Momentum in Families | V100

    Episode 100 is a milestone conversation for High Performance Parenting. Greg and Jacquie Francis sit down to model something most families rarely do well: stop, reflect, celebrate wins, and then intentionally plan what’s next. Through humor, family stories, faith conversations, and real examples from their own home, they walk parents through: Why celebrating wins matters for kidsHow reflection builds gratitude and confidenceWhy families forget how much they’ve actually accomplishedHow to talk through goals without pressure or overwhelmWhy faith, leadership, and intentional environments shape long-term growthThis episode isn’t about hustle or perfection — it’s about perspective, gratitude, and moving forward with clarity and faith. (00:00)– Welcome & Family Culture (01:43) – Birthday Traditions That Build Identity (04:12) – Celebrating Family Wins (05:22) – Teaching Life Skills Through Responsibility (07:14) – Confidence Through Music & Learning (10:44) – Setting Family & Marriage Goals (12:20) – Sports, Encouragement & Growth (15:16) – Parents Growing Intentionally (16:40) – Closing Encouragement

    17 min

  2. 2D AGO

    When Love Means Letting Go | V99

    What do you do when a situation in your home isn’t healthy — even though your intentions were good? In this episode of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis share the full story behind one of the hardest decisions their family has ever made: rehoming their dog, Indigo. After years of training, prayer, conversations, and emotional wrestling, they realized the environment in their home was no longer peaceful or safe — for their kids or their dogs. This episode walks parents through: Why love sometimes requires hard leadershipHow to evaluate environment, safety, and peace in your homeWhy difficult decisions don’t mean failureHow prayer and patience lead to clarityHow God redeemed this painful decision into a beautiful outcomeWhy your family’s health must come before outside opinionsThis conversation will encourage any parent facing a hard, emotional, or controversial decision — reminding you that God honors wisdom, courage, and obedience. 🌲 Learn more at https://www.teamredwoods.com/podcast 00:00 – Welcome & setting the context01:30 – Why this decision was so hard03:30 – Years of training, effort & prayer05:45 – When the home environment isn’t healthy08:00 – Safety, peace & leadership10:15 – Talking through the decision as a family12:30 – Finding the right home14:45 – God’s redemption in the process17:00 – How Abby processed the decision19:15 – Choosing the bigger picture21:30 – Final encouragement for parents

    16 min

  3. JAN 15

    What Families Get Wrong About Church | V98

    How should parents think about church when it comes to raising faith-filled kids? In this episode of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis talk candidly about choosing the right church for your family — and why church should support, not replace, discipleship that happens at home. Using real family examples — from birthday traditions and serving schedules to youth sports, leadership development, and church culture — they help parents evaluate alignment, values, and expectations. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why discipleship must start at homeHow to evaluate whether a church aligns with your family valuesWhy consistency matters more than programsHow traditions and rhythms shape kids’ faithThe role of serving together as a familyWhy parents must stay engaged instead of outsourcing spiritual growth- How church and home work best as partners🌲 Learn more at https://www.teamredwoods.com/podcast 00:00 – Welcome & family humor01:20 – Why faith formation starts at home03:10 – Church as a partner, not a replacement05:30 – Family traditions & discipleship07:45 – Serving together as a family10:00 – Consistency and faith rhythms12:30 – Evaluating church alignment15:00 – Youth programs vs. parental leadership17:30 – Living faith beyond Sundays20:00 – Final encouragement for parents

    17 min

  4. JAN 13

    How Family Team Meetings Change Everything | V97

    How do you start a new year as a family — without pressure, burnout, or unrealistic expectations? In this episode of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis share how their family intentionally prepares for the year ahead — starting months before January, building predictability, and creating rhythms that help kids thrive emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. They discuss: Why emotional stability is built before hard seasons arriveHow preparing kids ahead of time builds resilienceTeaching practical life skills that give kids confidenceWhy honoring masculine and feminine design creates balanceHow simple family goals lead to deeper connectionWhy kids thrive on follow-through and predictabilityHow family team meetings can transform communicationYou’ll walk away with practical ideas for: Setting realistic family goalsCreating intentional one-on-one timeBuilding weekly or monthly family rhythmsLeading your home with faith and clarity🌲 Learn more at https://www.teamredwoods.com/podcast 00:00 – Welcome & Christmas reflections01:30 – Emotional stability during busy seasons03:20 – Why preparation matters before challenges hit05:30 – Starting the year with goals & clarity07:15 – Teaching practical life skills09:45 – Building confidence through responsibility12:30 – Masculine & feminine design in the home14:30 – Simple family goal-setting ideas17:00 – One-on-one time with each child19:30 – Family team meetings & predictability22:00 – Slowing down to build connection24:00 – Final encouragement for parents

    17 min

  5. JAN 8

    Faith, Burnout & Parenting Through Hard Seasons | V96

    Have you ever thought, “I’m done. I can’t do this anymore.” — but you kept going anyway? In this episode of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis talk openly about parenting burnout, emotional exhaustion, comparison, pressure, and the moments when parenting feels heavier than expected. Through real stories — including moments of fear, danger, disappointment, sports pressure, emotional maturity, and seasons that take longer than expected — they remind parents that burnout doesn’t mean you’re failing… it means you need a reset, not a resignation. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why parenting burnout is more common than we admitHow comparison and pressure intensify exhaustionWhy seasons of growth can take months or years — not minutesHow to reframe disappointment in sports, school, and behaviorWhy growth mindset matters more than outcomesHow faith anchors parents through overwhelming seasonsThe importance of having the right voices speaking into your life🌲 Learn more at https://www.teamredwoods.com/podcast Five Love Languages for Kids by Gary Chapman https://www.amazon.com/5-Love-Languages-Children/dp/0802403476 Wired that Way by Marita Littauer and Florence Littauer https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Wired+that+Way&i=stripbooks&crid=39WM75FLVBSS6&sprefix=wired+that+way%2Cstripbooks%2C17300:00 – Introduction: Parenting burnout is real 01:20 – “I think I’m done with parenting” 02:30 – Emotional exhaustion & pressure 04:30 – Comparison and unrealistic expectations 06:45 –When parenting seasons take longer than expected 08:30 – A dangerous moment that led to reflection 10:45 – Why parents feel overwhelmed today 13:00 – Sports pressure & growth mindset 15:30 – You vs. you: redefining success 17:45 – The importance of trusted voices 20:00 – Resetting instead of quitting 22:15 – Faith perspective: God does what we can’t 24:30 – Final encouragement for parents

    17 min

  6. JAN 6

    Celebrating Growth, Responsibility & Faith as a Family | V95

    In this final episode of the 12 Months of Gratitude series, Jacquie, Abbie, and Crissy reflect on August through December — the seasons that closed out their year with connection, celebration, responsibility, and faith. Together, they revisit: August birthdays, golf season, art fairs, and an unforgettable Alaska cruise with grandparents and cousinsThe importance of connection over experiences during family travelSeptember milestones including varsity golf, competition, and growth through challengeOctober celebrations, one-on-one parent time, rewards for hard work, and spiritual leadership through Super KidsNovember gratitude, Thanksgiving traditions, extended family time, and recognizing it truly “takes a village”- December reflections, music recitals, Christmas anticipation, and celebrating JesusIn this episode, parents will learn: Why reflection builds gratitude and perspective in kidsHow shared experiences strengthen family connectionWhy traditions matter more than exact datesHow responsibility and effort fuel maturityHow gratitude helps families finish the year strong🌲 🌲Learn more at https://www.teamredwoods.com/podcast00:00 – Finishing 12 Months of Gratitude01:00 – August birthdays, golf season & art fairs02:15 – Alaska cruise with grandparents & cousins04:30 – Why connection mattered most05:45 – Card games, traditions & family bonding07:00 – September sports & varsity golf experiences08:45 – Competing, growth & beautiful moments10:30 – October birthdays & one-on-one parent time12:15 – Rewards for hard work & leadership growth13:45 – November gratitude & Thanksgiving traditions15:30 – Extended family time & “it takes a village”17:00 – December reflections & Christmas anticipation18:30 – Music recitals & stepping out in confidence20:00 – Celebrating Jesus & finishing the year strong21:30 – Goals for next year & closing encouragement

    14 min

  7. JAN 1

    How Looking Back Builds Faith Moving Forward | V94

    In this episode of High Performance Parenting, Jacquie continues the 12 Months of Gratitude conversation with Abby and Crissy — reflecting on April through July and the powerful family moments that shaped their year. Together, they revisit: Spring sports seasons filled with discipline and late nightsHuntter learning to ride her bike after deciding she was readyDrew’s rite of passage at a men’s leadership and athletic eventWorship team milestones and stepping into God-given giftingFamily travel, summer sports, art fairs, and shared traditionsThis episode reminds parents that gratitude isn’t about ignoring hard work — it’s about recognizing God’s faithfulness through effort, perseverance, and growth. You’ll learn: How reflection helps kids see maturity and progressWhy growth often comes through responsibility and challengeHow shared experiences strengthen sibling bondsWhy parenting works best when we honor seasonsHow gratitude builds faith, humility, and confidence🌲 Learn more at https://www.teamredwoods.com/podcast 00:00 – Continuing 12 Months of Gratitude01:00 – Spring sports & long evenings02:10 – Hunter decides to ride without training wheels03:30 – Family teamwork during bike learning05:00 – Reflecting on responsibility and readiness06:30 – Drew’s men’s leadership & rite of passage event08:45 – Worship team milestones & stepping into gifting11:30 – Tennis season success and teamwork13:15 – Family travel & summer traditions15:30 – Art fairs and creative seasons17:00 – Why reflection matters for kids18:30 – Gratitude builds perspective for the future

    11 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    Faith, Family & Reflection: A Year of Gratitude | V93

    In this special family episode of High Performance Parenting, Jacquie is joined by Abby and Crissy to reflect on the past year through a meaningful and faith-filled practice: 12 Months of Gratitude. Instead of limiting gratitude to Thanksgiving or Christmas, this family chose to reflect on each month of the year, remembering milestones, challenges, growth, and God’s faithfulness along the way. From worship team milestones and athletic perseverance to birthdays, travel, and unforgettable family moments, this conversation models how parents can teach kids to pause, reflect, and thank God for the journey — not just the highlights. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why gratitude should be practiced year roundHow reflection builds maturity and perspective in kidsWhy shared experiences strengthen sibling bondsHow to create simple family rhythms of thankfulnessHow gratitude shifts focus from pressure to peace🌲 Learn more at https://www.teamredwoods.com/podcast 00:00 – Welcome + introducing Abby & Crissy 01:00 – Why we started talking about gratitude 02:10 – The idea: 12 months of gratitude 03:15 – January reflections: worship team beginnings 05:00 – Encouraging each other through new experiences 06:40 – February sports tryouts & perseverance 09:00 – Learning to leave it all on the court 10:45 – March birthdays & milestone moments 12:30 – Family traditions & celebrating together 14:30 – Travel, memories & gratitude for grandparents 16:00 – Why reflection matters for kids 17:30 – Gratitude as a year-round practice 18:45 – Closing thoughts & next episode preview

    13 min
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If you’re a Christian parent who wants to raise kids with unshakable character, strong values, and deep faith but feel unsure of how to build that culture at home consistently, you’re in the right place. On High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis take you behind the scenes of their own family of eight to share real strategies, biblical wisdom, and practical tools for parenting with confidence and purpose. Each episode helps you strengthen your marriage, lead your children with clarity, and build a home where faith, discipline, and unity thrive, no chaos, no confusion, no burnout.

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