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Empty Nester Wisdom with Amy Fenton (local church, single parenting and role models)
Manage episode 492360019 series 2710183
Happy Summer friends!
We are continuing our series, Empty Nester Wisdom, with my friend Amy Fenton. Amy is a mom to three grown kids and she’s been serving in children’s ministry for over 30 years. She has a passion for equipping the local church and the young children that come into those doors.
Amy talks about raising three kids (two boys) as a single mom and how the local church supported them along the way. She had a desire for her boys to be influenced by strong Christian men - and she can look back now and see God’s faithfulness. I pray through this episode that many feel called to step into volunteering for kids and students at your local church. It matters!
I loved her encouragement about finding a church that your kids actually enjoy. It may take sacrifice on your part, but consider prioritizing their needs in a church community when they are so young. I loved this practical yet profound advice for us all!
In this episode, we chat about:
- Asking for help as a single mom
- How to find a local church
- Importance of role models our kids’ lives
- How to support your children’s ministries
Enjoy!
Courtney
Chapters:
(01:24) Journey in Children's Ministry
(02:46) The Importance of Volunteer Engagement
(05:22) The Role of Community in Child Development
(08:34) Finding the Right Church Environment
(11:24) Balancing Parental Guidance and Faith
(15:35) Reflections on Parenting and Counseling
(17:07) Starting the Journey: Finding Support for Mental Health
(19:01) Building a Supportive Community for Children
(21:42) The Myth of the Parenting Checklist
(22:54) The Role of Parents in Church Involvement
(26:00) Rediscovering Self in the Empty Nest
(29:07) Encouragement for Single Moms
Connect with Pardon The Mess:
Resources from today’s show:
Connect with Amy ([email protected])
Curriculum at Think Orange
Amy’s episode on Raising Boys and Girls
How to find a counselor for my child
Pardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org
Our Sponsors:
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582 episodes
Manage episode 492360019 series 2710183
Happy Summer friends!
We are continuing our series, Empty Nester Wisdom, with my friend Amy Fenton. Amy is a mom to three grown kids and she’s been serving in children’s ministry for over 30 years. She has a passion for equipping the local church and the young children that come into those doors.
Amy talks about raising three kids (two boys) as a single mom and how the local church supported them along the way. She had a desire for her boys to be influenced by strong Christian men - and she can look back now and see God’s faithfulness. I pray through this episode that many feel called to step into volunteering for kids and students at your local church. It matters!
I loved her encouragement about finding a church that your kids actually enjoy. It may take sacrifice on your part, but consider prioritizing their needs in a church community when they are so young. I loved this practical yet profound advice for us all!
In this episode, we chat about:
- Asking for help as a single mom
- How to find a local church
- Importance of role models our kids’ lives
- How to support your children’s ministries
Enjoy!
Courtney
Chapters:
(01:24) Journey in Children's Ministry
(02:46) The Importance of Volunteer Engagement
(05:22) The Role of Community in Child Development
(08:34) Finding the Right Church Environment
(11:24) Balancing Parental Guidance and Faith
(15:35) Reflections on Parenting and Counseling
(17:07) Starting the Journey: Finding Support for Mental Health
(19:01) Building a Supportive Community for Children
(21:42) The Myth of the Parenting Checklist
(22:54) The Role of Parents in Church Involvement
(26:00) Rediscovering Self in the Empty Nest
(29:07) Encouragement for Single Moms
Connect with Pardon The Mess:
Resources from today’s show:
Connect with Amy ([email protected])
Curriculum at Think Orange
Amy’s episode on Raising Boys and Girls
How to find a counselor for my child
Pardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org
Our Sponsors:
* Check out IXL and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
582 episodes
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