Timeless Parenting

Growing Faith & Mothers Union Sydney

Real conversations across the generations exploring God's wisdom for modern families. Find out more: Growing Faith (a ministry of Youthworks): www.growingfaith.com.au Mothers Union Sydney: www.musydney.org.au

  1. DEC 11

    019 - Knowing God better through reading the Bible. With Cass Backhouse.

    In this episode we talked with the host of HerTheology podcast, Cass Backhouse, about the value of parents, especially mums, reading and studying the Bible. We spent some time reflecting on why it's worth investing in our relationship with God by reading his word. But then we turned to the problem: it can be so hard! We talked through some questions like: How can I adjust my expectations for Bible reading to my season of life? Does it have to be a 'quiet' time?Does it have to look the same every time?What are the benefits of doing a Bible reading plan?What if reading the Bible feels dry or boring?What if I forget what I read?What are the benefits of reading in community?What if I don't understand what I read? Where can I find some resources to help?How will all this benefit my children?Is there anything wrong with just 'flicking to a page'?This conversation with inspire and equip you to get stuck into the Bible, with the ultimate goal of knowing God better with both our hearts and our minds. Links:HerTheology podcast hosted by our guest, Cass Backhouse: exploring all of life in light of the Bible.Knowing Faith podcast with Jen Wilkin.Lift Their Eyes theology resources for families. Recommended books:Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin.God's Big Picture by Vaughn Roberts.Knowing God by JI Packer.The Ology by Marty Machowski. Mothers Union Sydney. Listen to all of the talks from the Mothers Union Seminar on Soundcloud. Theme music: Soul's Getting Wet by Ali Maegraith. Produced by Ali Maegraith and Gerard Masters. Available on SoundCloud.

    1 hr
  2. AUG 14

    015 - Bringing our kids' anxiety to God. With Dr Sarah Allen.

    In this conversation we speak with Dr Sarah Allen, a GP with a special interest in anxiety disorders, about the feelings we call anxiety, worry or fear, especially as experienced by our children. Sarah helps us to understand the difference between 'everyday' kinds of worry and clinical anxiety disorders - and what we should do if we think we or our children are suffering from the latter. We talk about how the Bible sheds light on this topic in helping us to understand God's purposes in our and our children's suffering. Sarah encourages us to see how anxiety can actually present an opportunity for us and our children to grow in our knowledge of God and of ourselves. This conversation will equip you not to 'fix' your children's problems, but to walk alongside them with empathy and gently point them back to their loving heavenly Father. Links:Scary Stuff by Dr Sarah Allen. A book for children aged 8-12 and parents to work through together to help them discover what fear is all about, how our bodies and minds work, and—best of all!—God himself. The Parent Hope Project: parenting courses, articles and podcasts designed to empower and support parents in today’s complex world using a 'family systems' approach. Emerging Minds: Resources on parenting children with mental illness and parenting with a mental illness. This site covers topics such as dealing with trauma, natural disasters and bullying. There are resources for both parents and children Beyond Blue: Support to achieve and maintain good mental health. This includes resources for family and friends. --- Mothers Union Sydney. Listen to all of the talks from the Mothers Union Seminar on Soundcloud. Theme music: Soul's Getting Wet by Ali Maegraith. Produced by Ali Maegraith and Gerard Masters. Available on SoundCloud.

    56 min
  3. JUL 17

    014 - A Christian approach to neurodivergence. With Kate Morris and Dave Whittingham.

    In this episode we talk with Kate Morris and Dave Whittingham, who both have first hand experience of living with neurodivergence and/or supporting neurodivergent children. Kate Morris also brings a wealth of knowledge from her studies and research in this field. Our guests' insights are enlightening, educational and very encouraging. We cover questions like: - What do the terms 'neurodiversity' and 'neurodivergence' mean? - What language is most helpful when referring to neurodivergent people?- Why might parents seek a diagnosis for their child? Is it detrimental to 'label' them in this way? - How does our Christian world view shape our attitude to neurodiversity?- What would our families and churches look like if we truly loved people in all their neurodiversity?- How might an understanding of neurodivergence shape parents' approach to discipline?- How can we foster positive relationships between neurodiverse siblings? Links: An Extraordinary Normal: Faith, Family, and Neurodivergence Substack articles by our guest Kate Morris. Stories of a Faithful God for Kids podcast by our guest Dave Whittingham. Faith in Kids 4 Kids podcast from UK organisation Faith in Kids. Growing Faith articles by our guest Kate Morris:'Supporting families with neurodivergent members''Neurodivergent Christians can find true belonging at church' Mothers Union Sydney. Listen to all of the talks from the Mothers Union Seminar on Soundcloud. Theme music: Soul's Getting Wet by Ali Maegraith. Produced by Ali Maegraith and Gerard Masters. Available on SoundCloud.

    58 min
  4. MAY 15

    012 - How conflict offers opportunities for growth. With Jane Gibb.

    In this episode we talk with Jane Gibb, an experienced life and conflict coach, about the many aspects of personal conflict, especially within marriages and families, and how it can help us grow. We had an insightful, practical and wide-ranging conversation about: - What is conflict?- Should Christians expect conflict?- What are the different ways people naturally respond to conflict and why?- Where do we experience conflict in our families?- What steps can we take to work through personal conflict in a healthy way?- What are some principles for managing conflict in our marriages?- How can we teach our children to manage conflict well? Links:Peacewise: a Christian, cross-denominational, not for profit peacemaking ministry striving to build peacemakers for life.Peacewise kids: Resources to help kids have better relationships and resolve conflict in a healthy way. Quiet wisdom: Jane Gibb's coaching ministry for women seeking healing after sexual betrayal. Growing Faith: articles and resources to encourage and equip Christian parents and carers. Related articles:'Should we argue in front of the kids?' by Keturah Jones.'Sticking together when parenting pulls us apart' by Harriet Connor.'Help, my kids are fighting ... again!' by Roselyn Owens. Mothers Union Sydney. Listen to all of the talks from the Mothers Union Seminar on Soundcloud. Theme music: Soul's Getting Wet by Ali Maegraith. Produced by Ali Maegraith and Gerard Masters. Available on SoundCloud.

    59 min

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Real conversations across the generations exploring God's wisdom for modern families. Find out more: Growing Faith (a ministry of Youthworks): www.growingfaith.com.au Mothers Union Sydney: www.musydney.org.au

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