Prepare Them For Launch

Natalie Washington and AJ Dean
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Raising kids in today’s world is a challenge. Social pressures, shifting norms, and anxiety and depression are affecting younger generations like never before, and successfully navigating these issues can be tough. In "Prepare Them for Launch," a ministry of Friends Church, children’s pastor, trained counselor, and mom-of-three Natalie Washington is joined by youth minister AJ Dean, as they share candid conversations from the perspective of both parents and children.

  1. 10/19/2022

    The Lessons We Learned

    In this episode, AJ and Natalie share their highlights from this season on mental health.  Listen in as they share their top takeaways and their hopes for the future of this next generation!

    14 min

  2. 10/12/2022

    Spiritual Dryness

    In this episode AJ and Natalie explore what Spiritual Dryness is and how you can manage through it and into deeper relationship with Christ.  Listen in as they share real stories, and apply practical tools and truths to this part of a spiritual journey.

    31 min

  3. 10/05/2022

    Wrestling with Your Faith

    Jenna Masters is an amazing author, public speaker and mom of 4 beautiful children.  In this episode she talks about how her honesty with God created a deeper relationship with Him.  She shares ways to bring your children into your spiritual journey and explores the ways that creates the freedom for them to have their own authentic relationship with God.  You can find samples of her writing and connect deeper with Jenna at her website: www.jennamariemasters.com

    44 min

  4. 09/29/2022

    Managing my Anxiety

    Ashley Hudson is a therapist and parent coach who is passionate about helping parents connect with and understand their teens.  In this episode she guides us into understanding anxiety both in ourselves and in our children.  Listen in as she gives practical tips and tools to help calm anxiety and create connection.  You can find more from Ashley at: Ashley Hudson Therapy www.ashleyhudsontherapy.com

    26 min

  5. 09/21/2022

    Learning to Pause and Give Grace

    In this episode we have the extreme honor of connecting with Pastor Kenneth Curry of Friendship Baptist Church.  He provides beautiful insight on how to lead our communities, our families and our children into a world filled with grace. "If we can be personal with one another, we can do better communicating as individuals, as brothers and sisters in Christ and as humans".

    39 min

  6. 09/14/2022

    Caring For Your Soul Through Your Marriage

    In this episode we sit with Elizabeth Miller, Family Resource Pastor as she shares her perspective on caring for your soul by tending to your marriage.  She shares an honest perspective on marriage, love and the powerful change a well thought out apology can bring.  Listen in as she teaches us to grow and learn through the careful protection of our marriage.

    35 min

  7. 09/07/2022

    Healing Through Brokenness

    In this episode Matthew Cork, Lead Pastor of Friends Church Yorba Linda and author of "Broken For Good" shares his heart as a leader, a husband and a father.  Matthew shares how he led both his congregation and his family through a painful and broken period in his life.  Caring for your soul in the darkness can lead to isolation and despair.  Listen in as Matthew shares how God lit up the darkened places of his life and allowed him to be..."broken for good".

    41 min

  8. 08/31/2022

    Season 3 Intro: Caring For Your Soul and Your Mental Health

    As a parent, your mental health and tending to your soul is vital to the health and well-being of your children.  This season we meet with Pastors, Therapists and Friends who each have a unique spin on how to practice self-care.  Listen in as we empower you to care for the deepest parts of yourself and learn how it can transform your role as a parent!

    10 min
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Raising kids in today’s world is a challenge. Social pressures, shifting norms, and anxiety and depression are affecting younger generations like never before, and successfully navigating these issues can be tough. In "Prepare Them for Launch," a ministry of Friends Church, children’s pastor, trained counselor, and mom-of-three Natalie Washington is joined by youth minister AJ Dean, as they share candid conversations from the perspective of both parents and children.

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  • Creator
    Natalie Washington and AJ Dean
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Natalie Washington and AJ Dean
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