Dads, We Need You
I remember reading for the first time the stunning research showing the incredible influence a father has on his children. […]
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The Love of The Father
On this special Father’s Day episode, co-hosts Matt Markins and Mike Handler explore the complicated emotions the holiday can stir […]
When a Father Loves His Children
My earliest memory is the day my dad walked out on our family. I’ve spent a lot of time ruminating […]
Excellence and Experience
Episode Summary In this episode of the Child Discipleship Podcast, host Mike Handler sits down with Sam Luce, director of […]
Preparation for Fall Starts in the Summer
Is anyone else trying to finalize summer events and execute summer programming while also preparing for fall launch, back-to-school outreach […]
How Do I Pick the Right Curriculum?
One of the most difficult and significant decisions you can make as a children and youth pastor is the curriculum […]
Relevance and Relationship
Episode Summary In this episode of the Child Discipleship Podcast, Matt Markins and Mike Handler explore the tension between relevance […]
"Are We (Only) Having Fun?"
Summary In this episode, Matt Markins and Mike Handler discuss the role of fun and entertainment in children’s ministry. They […]
Why Bible-Centered Teaching Drives Belief
What are you doing with your hour? Each week, you have a limited amount of time to disciple children at […]
Moving Beyond “Bible Light” to Biblical Literacy
In this episode of the Child Discipleship Podcast, Matt Markins and Mike Handler explore the difference between teaching children “Bible […]