LYF ParenTeen Class
West Campus #260 | Sunday Mornings @ 9:30am Raising teenagers puts just about every couple in a similar life stage – challenging! This class is specifically suited for parents of teenagers. “LYF” is the name of our Student Ministry at Sugar Creek. Thus, the name LYF ParenTEEN! Through this ongoing Sunday morning environment of learning and building relationships with other parents, you’ll gain a better understanding of our ever-changing teen culture and how that can impact your teen and your home.
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Parents- As parents, the primary responsibility of our son/daughter’s discipleship rests in our hands. It is not something we can abdicate to any teacher, coach, youth leader or media outlet. In such regards, it is our desire that LYF be a place where parents are actively involved in the ministry that goes on. You as a parent are the number one influence in the life of your son/daughter. Even though they may not admit it or you may not see evidence of it, this is truth. The question is how are you influencing them? Our desire is to be a tool in your hands. Our passion is to see your student’s relationship with God, you and others around them to grow during their time in LYF. If you have an interest in helping within the ministry, we would love to talk with you. We need host homes for our C2 groups, parents who desire to coordinate prayer efforts and even conduct prayer meetings with parents. Maybe you have a bunch of time on your hands and can help us out administratively at the office or you want to lead a D_Group. All we ask is that you make sure that first and foremost, discipleship is happening in your home with your kids. That is your first and primary ministry. Past that, the sky is the limit and we would love to have your help and involvement. Regardless of whether you are involved simply with your family at home or with us in a more formal sense, remember that these are your teens. Involvement in their lives is not an option, it is a responsibility. Be involved.
Top 10 ways to encourage your son/daughter in spiritual growth
1 Pray. This is the most effective thing you as a parent can do.
2 Intentionally disciple your son/daughter every week.
3 take your son/daughter to a coffee shop one morning a week before you take them to school.
4 Do daily or weekly devotionals as a family
5 Participate in our parent/students activities we offer throughout the year
6 Encourage them to get involved in a D_group
7 Make Sunday nights a weekly habit, not a casual afterthought
8 Get to know your student’s D_group leader
9 Ask them about what they are learning at Church or in their quiet times
10 Encourage them to attend events/trips we do throughout the year
Media Links
Planet Wisdom – Movie and Music Reviews from a Christian perspective
Plugged In Online - Movie Reviews from a Christian perspective
The Porn Talk – How to talk to your kids about Porn and Sex
Covenant Eyes – Software to keep you accountable
Money
Moneywise kids – Training Program to help Teenagers with Money
Family Discipleship
Heart Connex –Family eDevotionals
Almenconi – Helping parents communicate values to their children
Crosswalk – Online Christian magazine
Christianity Today - online Christian magazine
Family Life Walk In The Word a ministry of Dr. James McDonald
Strong Families - the center for strong families
cbmw the Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood
Fathers - National Center for Fatherhood
Truth For Life - where the Learning is for Living
Josiah Press - 30day program for parents and their teenagers
Personal Study
Bible – Bible resource
Bible Gateway – Bible search
Sonic Light – Great study notes
Discipleship Library Your online source for the very best in Christian discipleship training resources.
Desiring God – Ministry of John Piper
Echo prayer - Prayer Reminder Website
You Version – Online Devotional Space
Marriage/Dating Links
Marriage Today Family - Focus on the Family
Song Of Solomon – Building life changing relationships God’s way
Podcasts (clicking the below links will launch itunes)
Dr. James Dobson - Family Issues
Heartfelt Radio - Help for today’s parents on Today’s Teens on OnePlace.com
Tough Talks Podcast - How to talk to your Teenager about Porn, Sex and Internet Dangers
