Presented by Kirk Durston

Detailed Workshop Notes PDF: https://www.familylifecanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Child-Spirituality.pdf

Workshop Description: Today, many young adults who were raised in Christian homes often end up abandoning their faith. In this workshop, Christian apologist Kirk Durston discusses helpful principles and tips for nurturing a lifelong love of God so your child is prepared to spiritually survive and flourish in a very secular culture.

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Please note: Although the workshop presenters are trusted voices in their communities, they do not officially represent FamilyLife or articulate our exact perspectives on parenting topics. We trust that parents, out of due diligence, will consider a variety of perspectives to form their own beliefs about the cultural issues or challenges facing their family.

Presented by Dr. Marv Penner

Workshop Description: The stresses our kids live with are real and complex. The best way for kids to navigate the burdens and pressures of today and prepare themselves for a mature and healthy adulthood is to develop resilience — that cultivated capacity to bounce back from hardship, stress, discomfort, or critique, as a stronger, more mature individual.

Please note: Although the workshop presenters are trusted voices in their communities, they do not officially represent FamilyLife or articulate our exact perspectives on parenting topics. We trust that parents, out of due diligence, will consider a variety of perspectives to form their own beliefs about the cultural issues or challenges facing their family.

Presenter: Dr. Christopher Yuan – Speaker, Author, Bible Professor, and Creator of The Holy Sexuality Project.

Visit holysexuality.com to learn more about his Home Discipleship Resource. With over 4.5 hours of video content, dig deeper with powerful, gospel-centered teaching from Dr. Christopher Yua,n along with dynamic animations to keep your teens engaged.

Workshop Description: One of the most destructive lies our teens are being taught today is that sexuality has become the core of our being. “Being gay” means “This is who I am.” But what does the Bible communicate about who we are? In this talk, Dr. Christopher Yuan unpacks the correct understanding of personhood through the lens of Scripture, as well as the consequences of an incorrect understanding of who we are.

Please note: Although the workshop presenters are trusted voices in their communities, they do not officially represent FamilyLife or articulate our exact perspectives on parenting topics. We trust that parents, out of due diligence, will consider a variety of perspectives to form their own beliefs about the cultural issues or challenges facing their family.

Presented by Ron Deal

Workshop Description: You’re trying your best. You’re striving to connect with the child God has placed in your life, but they keep stiff-arming you. And they won’t receive you as a parent. It’s frustrating and defeating! This workshop will help you understand what’s behind a statement like this from a child, and what you can do about it.

Learn more from Ron Deal at https://smartstepfamilies.com

https://smartstepfamilies.com/about/about-ron-deal

Find more blended family resources at https://www.familylife.com/familylifeblended

Please note: Although the workshop presenters are trusted voices in their communities, they do not officially represent FamilyLife or articulate our exact perspectives on parenting topics. We trust that parents, out of due diligence, will consider a variety of perspectives to form their own beliefs about the cultural issues or challenges facing their family.

Presented by Neil and Sharol Josephson

Handout: https://www.familylifecanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Giving-your-kids-the-security-of-a-healthy-marriage-handout.pdf

Workshop Description: You’ve probably heard before that the best gift you can give your children is the security of a strong, healthy marriage. But how does that work in real life? How much authenticity do you model? What if you have different approaches to parenting? How do you pass on faith if you’re not on the same page spiritually? How do you strengthen your marriage when you’re so busy parenting? Neil and Sharol Josephson will share what they’ve learned (mostly from trial and error) in their 40 years of parenting.

Please note: Although the workshop presenters are trusted voices in their communities, they do not officially represent FamilyLife or articulate our exact perspectives on parenting topics. We trust that parents, out of due diligence, will consider a variety of perspectives to form their own beliefs about the cultural issues or challenges facing their family.

Presenter by Sid Koop

Workshop Description: There are a few topics that people in our culture discuss more frequently than gender, sex, and sexuality. However, as parents, there are a few things that are more challenging to discuss with our kids. This workshop provides us with some guidance on how to navigate the complexity and engage in conversations with our teens.

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Please note: although the workshop presenters are trusted voices in their communities, they do not officially represent FamilyLife or articulate our perspectives exactly on the parenting topics. We trust that parents, out of due diligence, will listen to a variety of perspectives to discern their own beliefs about the cultural issues or challenges facing their family.

Presenter by Jenn Dean, Executive Director of Family Matters

Learn more from Jenn Dean at https://www.familiesmattermost.com

Please note: Although the workshop presenters are trusted voices in their communities, they do not officially represent FamilyLife or articulate our exact perspectives on parenting topics. We trust that parents, out of due diligence, will consider a variety of perspectives to form their own beliefs about the cultural issues or challenges facing their family.

Presenter by Kristen Jenson

Workshop Description: In a world where pornographic content is proliferating and is only a click away, this workshop will equip you to help your child understand the harms of porn and how to reject it. You’ll gain wisdom on staying current on digital dangers, using trusted tools and creating an open and loving dialogue within your family.

For more resources, visit defendyoungminds.com

Learn more about Defend Young Minds

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Please note: although the workshop presenters are trusted voices in their communities, they do not officially represent FamilyLife or articulate our perspectives exactly on the parenting topics. We trust that parents, out of due diligence, will listen to a variety of perspectives to discern their own beliefs about the cultural issues or challenges facing their family.