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Equipping parents and caregivers to support resilient faith in the lives of their kids.
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Friday Jan 24, 2025
Episode 4: Faith, Foster Care, and Family
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
In this heartfelt episode of the Families First Podcast, hosts Jonathan Olavarria and Joy Hensley sit down with Melissa McDonald—a seasoned children's ministry leader, author, and foster parent. Melissa shares her faith, fostering, and discipleship journey, offering insights on how the church can better support vulnerable children and families. Whether you’re considering foster care, helping someone in the journey, or simply looking to better understand how faith can guide this vital work, this episode is for you.

Monday Sep 23, 2024
Episode 3: The Things I Learned From My Parents
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
When you are a kid, you imagine a day when you can do things your way and not like your parents want. However, as many of us have learned, there comes a day when you are thankful for the lessons your parents and grandparents taught. Listen in on this special podcast featuring Bishop Duke & Shirlene Stone and Bishop Scott & Brenda Gillum as they share the pieces of their faith heritage they received from their parents as well as their hopes and dreams for the future state of parenting and grand-parenting.

Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Episode 2: Raising Girls
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Parenthood is an incredible journey filled with moments of joy, growth, and discovery. For Christian parents, the experience of nurturing girls in the faith is a significant assignment, offering blessings and unique complexities. We all share goals of instilling Christian values, navigating faith, fostering confidence, and nurturing a deep connection to God.
On the second episode of the FAMILIES FIRST PODCAST, special guest Melissa Minter shares her journey—what worked and didn't work—to raise strong, compassionate, and spiritually grounded Godly young women.

Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Episode 1: Raising Boys
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
In this inaugural episode, we explore the joys and challenges of raising boys. This month's guests, Dr. William and Angela Lamb, share their story of raising three sons who are all now involved in ministry as young husbands and fathers. In this conversation, the Lambs provide insight, inspiration, and practical wisdom for parents, caregivers, and anyone interested in the spiritual upbringing of the next generation.