The Christian Grandparenting Podcast

Gayle Veitenheimer
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Hi, I’m Gayle Veitenheimer. Every week, I offer practical hands-on activities to help grandparents enthusiastically share their faith with their grandkids. Seminary-trained, so you don’t have to be, I bring fresh ideas for teaching Scripture and principles from God’s Word. I’ll share prayers for intercession and ways to build character and connection with your grandchildren.  I hope to give you a voice because staying silent places future generations at risk.  As an author, I weave my passion for Scripture with my calling to write by crafting adventurous tales and creative non-fiction that encourage kids to walk out their faith. The Kingswell Kid Detective series, co-authored with my writer friend Jen Weaver, debuts this May. Mother of four and GG to six, I love Jesus, CrossFit, running, hiking, national parks, my Belgian Malinois Blaze, and a great story. Thankfully, my husband is a good sport about it.  Find me at gayleveitenheimer.com.

  1. 2d ago

    God as a Good Giver

    Gratitude begins with knowing God as a good giver. That’s the topic we’ll explore today on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast. Glad you’re here. Show Notes for God as a Good Giver Scripture to Help Grandparents Psalm 100:4 Matthew 25:14-30 1 John 3:1 2 Corinthians 9:8, 10-11 James 1:17 Activities for Cultivating Gratitude: Count your blessings.  Thankfulness tree: Write down what you are thankful for on the leaves.  A gratitude jar: Using sticky notes, write down two things for which you are thankful. Do this every day. Read through your notes when you’re having a hard day. A gratitude journal: Each day, write down something or someone you are grateful for. Game with popsicle sticks and a jar: Write each of these sentences on a stick and place them in the jar. Draw one each day. (Name a person you are grateful for. Share a skill you are thankful for. What is something in nature you appreciate?)  Thankfulness ABC’s: Go through the alphabet and name one thing you're thankful for per letter.  Gratitude scavenger hunt: Find something that makes you happy; something that makes someone else smile; something in nature that you love.  Skittles gratitude game: Each color represents a different thankfulness topic, like a person, a memory, or a place.  A gratitude walk: What can your senses find to be grateful for? A Thank You for Those Who Serve Us So many people contribute to our wellbeing. Thanksgiving is a great time to tell them thank you. Consider the following and how they make life better: ·      Armed forces ·      First responders ·      Teachers and coaches ·      Mentors ·      Pastors and our church family ·      Doctors and nurses Food is a welcome gift but nothing homemade. All food items must be commercially prepared.   Don't forget to check out The Kingswell Kid Detective series. Book 1, The Mystery of the Missing Falls, is available now for readers ages 8-12. Kid-sized mysteries. God-sized truths. Next episode: Teaching Our Grandchildren to Feed the Poor Find Gayle: Gayle Veitenheimer Catch up with Gayle on Facebook Follow Gayle on X  Gayle on Instagram  Connect with Gayle on LinkedIn See Gayle’s pins on Pinterest

  2. Oct 27

    Taste and See: Candy, Grandchildren, and Flavors of God

    Can candy lead to a conversation about God? Today, on The Chrisitan Grandparenting Podcast, we’ll encourage our grandchildren to taste and see that God is good. Glad you’re here.  Show Notes for Taste and See: Candy, Grandchildren, and Flavors of God Scripture That Helps Grandparents Psalm 34:8 1 John 3:8 Psalm 23:6 Numbers 22:21-35 1 Kings 19:11-12 Don't forget to check out The Kingswell Kid Detective series. Book 1, The Mystery of the Missing Falls, is available for readers ages 8-12. Kid-sized mysteries. God-sized truths. Next week's episode: God as a Good Giver.  Find Gayle: Gayle Veitenheimer Catch up with Gayle on Facebook Follow Gayle on X  Gayle on Instagram  Connect with Gayle on LinkedIn See Gayle’s pins on Pinterest

  3. Oct 20

    It's in the Mail: Long Distance Grandparenting

    Long-distance grandparenting has its unique challenges. We’ll tackle ways to connect today on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast. Glad you’re here.  Show Notes for It’s in the Mail: Grandparenting Long-Distance Scripture That Helps Grandparents Proverbs 25:11 ESV The Puzzle Letter Kit Love Notes from Sally Lloyd-Jones Don't forget to check out The Kingswell Kid Detective series. Book 1, The Mystery of the Missing Falls, is available now for readers ages 8-12. Kid-sized mysteries. God-sized truths. Next week's episode: Taste and See: Candy, Grandchildren, and Flavors of God.  Find Gayle: Gayle Veitenheimer Catch up with Gayle on Facebook Follow Gayle on X  Gayle on Instagram  Connect with Gayle on LinkedIn See Gayle’s pins on Pinterest

  4. Oct 13

    Humble Pie: Keeping Our Family Relationships Top Priority

    The Christian grandparenting adventure, like any trail, comes with some sticky spots. Today, on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast, we’ll explore how to navigate them with humility. Glad you’re here.  Show Notes for Humble Pie: Keeping Our Family Relationships Top Priority Scripture that Helps Grandparents 1 Peter 5:5b, 6 Ephesians 6:4 Wild at Heart podcast: Don’t Lose the Relationship Don't forget to check out The Kingswell Kid Detective series. Book 1, The Mystery of the Missing Falls, is available now for readers ages 8-12. Kid-sized mysteries. God-sized truths. Next week's episode: It's in the Mail: Long-Distance Grandparenting.  Find Gayle: Gayle Veitenheimer Catch up with Gayle on Facebook Follow Gayle on X  Gayle on Instagram  Connect with Gayle on LinkedIn See Gayle’s pins on Pinterest

  5. Oct 6

    Fall Fun with the Grandkids

    Fall comes with fun. Today on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast, we’ll explore how to add a faith element to the already fun activities of fall. Glad you’re here.  Show Notes for Fall Fun with the Grandkids Scripture That Helps Grandparents Proverbs 25:2 Proverbs 24:16 Ephesians 1:4, 13-14 Psalm 103:12 2 Corinthians 5:17 Galatians 6:9 The Pumpkin Patch Parable by Liz Curtis Higgs Southern Living’s Easy Skillet Apple Pie Our family loves this recipe. During the holidays, I add cranberries for some color and zing.  Next week's episode: Humble Pie: Prioritizing Family Relationships Through Humility.  Do the grandkids need a good fall read? Consider The Mystery of the Missing Falls, the first of the Kingswell Kid Detectie series. Your grandchild can the latest from Luka and Ember through the KKD Book Club. Find Gayle: Gayle Veitenheimer Catch up with Gayle on Facebook Follow Gayle on X  Gayle on Instagram  Connect with Gayle on LinkedIn See Gayle’s pins on Pinterest

  6. Sep 29

    Our Grandchildren: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made

    Can something as familiar as the human body offer a segue into a conversation about God? Today on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast, we’ll explore how we are fearfully and wonderfully made—and why it matters.  Show Notes for Our Grandchildren: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made: Don't forget to check out The Kingswell Kid Detective series. Book 1, The Mystery of the Missing Falls, is available now for readers ages 8-12. Kid-sized mysteries. God-sized truths. Scripture to Help Grandparents Luke 12:7 Proverbs 3:7-8; 14:30; 16:24; 18:21 James 3:8-10 1 Corinthians 3:16 Psalm 139:13-16; 147:10-11 Next week's episode on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast: Fall Fun with the Grandkids. Find Gayle: Gayle Veitenheimer Catch up with Gayle on Facebook Follow Gayle on X  Gayle on Instagram  Connect with Gayle on LinkedIn See Gayle’s pins on Pinterest

  7. Sep 22

    Stress, Popcorn, and Your Grandchildren

    What does popcorn have to teach us about science and stress? Plenty. Today, on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast, we’ll explore how we can help our grandchildren manage stress. Glad you’re here.  Show Notes for Stress, Popcorn, and Your Grandchildren Don't forget to check out The Kingswell Kid Detective series. Book 1, The Mystery of the Missing Falls, is available now for readers ages 8-12. Kid-sized mysteries. God-sized truths. Scripture to Help Grandparents Philippians 4:5-7 Hebrews 13:5-6 Joshua 1:9 Matthew 7:7-8 1 Thessalonians 5:18 1 Kings 18-19:18 Esther 4-7 Daniel 2, 6 Matthew 26:36-46 Popcorn link: 15 Best Popcorn Recipes for a Fun Movie Night 19 Spins on Popcorn Top 16 Popcorn Flavors You Need to Try Today Next week's episode on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast: Grandchildren: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made. Find Gayle: Gayle Veitenheimer Catch up with Gayle on Facebook Follow Gayle on X  Gayle on Instagram  Connect with Gayle on LinkedIn See Gayle’s pins on Pinterest

  8. Sep 15

    Castles and Strongholds: Guarding Your Grandchild's Heart

    Our grandchildren are under attack from culture, from opposing worldviews, and from the enemy. How can we help them to guard their hearts? We’ll explore this question this week on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast. Glad you’re here. Show Notes for Castles and Strongholds: Guarding Your Grandchild's Heart Don't forget to check out The Kingswell Kid Detective series. Book 1, The Mystery of the Missing Falls, is available now for readers ages 8-12. Kid-sized mysteries. God-sized truths. Scripture To Help Grandparents Jeremiah 17:9 Romans 7:15 Psalm 139:23-24 Matthew 12:34 Proverbs 4:23 Psalm 119:11 Philippians 4:8 Proverbs 3:5-6 Isaiah 30:21 Cardboard castle Rice Krispie treat castle Design your own shield: https://coamaker.com Next week on The Christian Grandparenting Podcast: Stress, Popcorn, and Your Grandchild. Find Gayle: Gayle Veitenheimer Catch up with Gayle on Facebook Follow Gayle on X  Gayle on Instagram  Connect with Gayle on LinkedIn See Gayle’s pins on Pinterest

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Hi, I’m Gayle Veitenheimer. Every week, I offer practical hands-on activities to help grandparents enthusiastically share their faith with their grandkids. Seminary-trained, so you don’t have to be, I bring fresh ideas for teaching Scripture and principles from God’s Word. I’ll share prayers for intercession and ways to build character and connection with your grandchildren.  I hope to give you a voice because staying silent places future generations at risk.  As an author, I weave my passion for Scripture with my calling to write by crafting adventurous tales and creative non-fiction that encourage kids to walk out their faith. The Kingswell Kid Detective series, co-authored with my writer friend Jen Weaver, debuts this May. Mother of four and GG to six, I love Jesus, CrossFit, running, hiking, national parks, my Belgian Malinois Blaze, and a great story. Thankfully, my husband is a good sport about it.  Find me at gayleveitenheimer.com.

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