Raising the Next Gen

Raising the Next Gen
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Practical conversations to help parents, caregivers, and ministry leaders nurture faith in the next generation. Hosted by Pastor Angie Larson, each episode features real stories, expert insights, and everyday strategies to make faith a natural, lasting part of family life. Whether you're navigating toddler tantrums or teenage transitions, this podcast will encourage, equip, and connect you on the journey of raising kids with a resilient faith.

  1. Apr 27

    Finding Balance: Kids, Screens, and Real Life

    In this episode of Raising the Next Gen, Pastor Angie sits down with Mary Carpenter from The Balance Project to talk about one of the biggest challenges parents face today—technology and screen use with kids. Screens aren’t going away. But how do we help our kids grow into healthy, grounded, faith-filled people in a world that’s constantly pulling their attention? Mary shares a refreshing perspective: this isn’t about eliminating technology—it’s about creating a better balance. Together, we explore practical ways families can shift from a screen-centered life to one filled with connection, independence, and real-world experiences. You’ll walk away with simple, doable ideas to help your family take steps toward healthier rhythms with technology—without guilt, fear, or unrealistic expectations.

    22 min
  2. Letting Go and Leaning In: Parenting Kids Through Transitions

    Feb 5

    Letting Go and Leaning In: Parenting Kids Through Transitions

    In this episode of Raising the Next Gen, we talk with Paula Odland, a licensed marriage and family therapist, about one of the biggest challenges parents face: transitions. From preschool to kindergarten, elementary to middle school, high school to launching young adults, Paula helps parents understand what’s really happening emotionally during these seasons of change. We explore why transitions can bring anxiety, resistance, or big emotions — and how parents and caregivers can support kids without rushing them or taking over. This conversation offers practical insight for helping kids build resilience, confidence, and emotional health as they move into new stages of life, while also naming what’s hard for parents when it feels like everything is changing. www.raisingthenextgen.org

    31 min
  3. When Parents Don't Have All The Answers

    Jan 20

    When Parents Don't Have All The Answers

    Many parents worry they aren’t equipped to talk about faith or the Bible with their kids. Meredith Miller reminds us that faith doesn’t grow from perfect answers — it grows from honest conversation. In this episode of Raising the Next Gen, Meredith and Angie explore how parents can create space for questions, doubt, and curiosity while guiding their kids toward a deep, resilient faith rooted in God’s love. www.raisingthenextgen.org

    28 min
  4. Faith That Takes Root: Dan Scott on Identity, Formation, and the Long View of Faith

    Jan 6

    Faith That Takes Root: Dan Scott on Identity, Formation, and the Long View of Faith

    Dan Scott joins the podcast to talk about faith formation, identity, and how curiosity and asking questions matters. www.raisingthenextgen.org

    36 min
  5. Raising Faith-Filled Kids Through Outdoor Experiences

    12/11/2025

    Raising Faith-Filled Kids Through Outdoor Experiences

    Pastor Angie sits down with Maddie Elliott, Executive Director of Luthercrest, for an inspiring conversation about why outdoor ministry matters more than ever. Maddie shares how camp experiences help kids grow in confidence, faith, and resilience — and why play, nature, and community are essential ingredients for spiritual formation. This episode is filled with practical insights for parents and caregivers who want to help their kids unplug, explore, and encounter God in everyday moments. www.raisingthenextgen.org

    35 min
  6. Becoming the Adult You Needed: A conversation with Chris Kragenbring

    11/19/2025

    Becoming the Adult You Needed: A conversation with Chris Kragenbring

    Chris Kragenbring knows firsthand the difference a caring adult can make. Once a student who faced significant challenges, she was taken in by a family who believed in her—and that transformed her life. Today, she leads a school for kids who need that same level of connection and compassion. In this conversation, Chris shares why relationships are at the center of learning, why belonging matters, and how families and educators can show up for the kids who need it most. www.raisingthenextgen.org

    25 min
  7. Parenting in a Digital World with Kim Karr

    11/11/2025

    Parenting in a Digital World with Kim Karr

    In this episode, we’re sharing Kim Karr’s talk from the Raising the Next Gen Parent Conference. Kim is the co-founder of Digital4Good, and she works with schools, parents, and students across the country to create healthier online spaces.In this session, Kim helps parents understand:What’s shaping kids’ online experiences todayHow to have meaningful conversations about social mediaWhat kids really need from adults in a digital worldPractical steps to help families build trust, courage, and resilienceThis talk is full of real-world language, actionable tools, and hope.Whether you feel confident navigating technology or totally overwhelmed — this is for you.Learn more about Digital4Good: https://www.digital4good.org www.raisingthenextgen.org

    27 min
  8. Digital Discipleship at Home: A Conversation with Dave Adamson

    11/04/2025

    Digital Discipleship at Home: A Conversation with Dave Adamson

    Screens are everywhere—but what if they became tools for faith instead of distractions from it? Dave Adamson joins Pastor Angie to talk about how families can use YouVersion, short-form content, and digital rhythms to stay connected to God and each other every day. It’s a practical, hope-filled look at raising the next generation in a digital world. www.raisingthenextgen.org www.raisingthenextgen.org

    36 min
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Practical conversations to help parents, caregivers, and ministry leaders nurture faith in the next generation. Hosted by Pastor Angie Larson, each episode features real stories, expert insights, and everyday strategies to make faith a natural, lasting part of family life. Whether you're navigating toddler tantrums or teenage transitions, this podcast will encourage, equip, and connect you on the journey of raising kids with a resilient faith.

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  • Creator
    Raising the Next Gen
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
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