LC Parents Podcast

Dr. Burns shares three simple, powerful ways parents can lead well in a digital age: Protect your tables – creating intentional space for connection and conversation Take back bedrooms – prioritizing sleep, safety, and shared spaces Steward your clocks – being intentional with the limited time you have with your kids You’ll also hear encouragement rooted in faith, neuroscience, and real-life paren...

In this episode of the LC Parents Podcast, host Ally Evans sits down with Chris and Cindy Beall to talk about the joys and challenges of raising kids in a Christ-centered home. They share personal stories, parenting wisdom, and faith-based principles that have shaped their family. Whether you’re in the early years of parenting or navigating the teenage phase, this conversation will encourage and e...

You'll hear insights on balancing being protective while giving your kids independence, and why it's more important than ever for parents to be informed and engaged in the digital world.  Tune in for actionable advice to help set your kids up for success! Resources: The Anxious Generation A Parent’s Guide to Smartphones  A Parent’s Guide to Social Media 5 Ways to Use Technology to Connect with you...

Links and other resources mentioned John 5 Book: Stay Here by Jacob Coyne Stay Here | Suicide Prevention Training Stay Here | Student Ambassadors Stay Here Website: stayhere.live The Hope Line - 24 Hour Free Live Chat Instagram - @stayhereorg  Axis resources: A Parents Guide to Suicide - Self-Harm Prevention How To Talk About Mental Health With Your Teen Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

We want to hear from you! Was there a topic on this episode that you were excited to hear more about? Comment below! Looking for more resources on this topic? We’ve got you covered! Check out these incredible resources below: Anxious Generation A Parent’s Guide to Teens & Social Media (Axis Resource) A Parent’s Guide to Smart Phones A Parent’s Guide to Teen Suicide & Self-Harm Prevention Kids & Sc...

Parenting the next generation can sometimes feel like we have little aliens living in our homes. Their technology, knowledge, awareness, and sometimes even their questions can be very challenging to navigate. We could go as far as to say we have never, in history, had to navigate what our kids and students are facing today! Statistics show that anxiety in kids and students is at an all-time high....

Have you ever wondered as a parent… Am I discipling my child the right way? Is what I’m teaching them actually sticking? Bringing Jesus into our parenting can be challenging. Whether it’s because we feel like what we say isn’t getting through to our kids, we feel overwhelmed with all the parent resources online, or simply because we feel like we lack Biblical knowledge. In this episode on the LC P...

Join us as we uncover in-depth conversations about our curriculum, heartwarming stories, and share the inspiring moments that make LifeKids and Switch an integral part of our church family. Together, let's celebrate the journey of faith and family as we navigate the joys and challenges of raising a generation rooted in love, purpose, and a deep connection with their Creator. Hosted by Simplecast,...

In this podcast, Ally Evans and Dr. Tim Elmore share different stories of young people doing amazing things that have influenced many people even to this day. You can find Dr. Elmore’s new book, I Can’t Wait , on Amazon !  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Just in time to head back to school, pastors Ally Evans and Will Hutcherson are discussing a topic that is heavy on many hearts right now: anxiety. Anxiety is a normal human response to stress, but sometimes it takes more control over us than we would like.  In this episode, Will walks us through common lies anxiety tells us and equips us as parents to combat these lies. Will and Dr. Chinwe Willia...

This month, Ally Evans and Tracy Foster are talking about how to do something that has never been done before —raise a generation of digital natives. You don't want to miss this conversation on setting the stage for the use of technology, the effects of video games on our kids' brains, and how to connect with our kids over what they are passionate about. What if video games are not the enemy and i...

Time to tap into the ever-elusive minds of teenagers! On this episode, Next Generation Research Specialist, Kara Powell, chats with Ally Evans about the three biggest questions that our teenagers—and really all of us—are asking. They discuss where our kids are looking for answers and how we can help them process in light of the truth found in Jesus.  1. Don’t do this alone. We are meant to be in c...

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. It is critical to bring attention to the victories and struggles that families with kids who have special needs experience. Join Ally and Sherry as they talk about who needs to be advocated for, how to speak up for yourself, and what it looks like to step past the fear of saying or doing the wrong thing in order to love people who really just wa...

On this episode, Ally and Michelle address blended families and our internal narratives. Whether you are part of a blended family or not, this discussion reminds us all to stay rooted in the right things—not the drama going on around us, but God's Truth for us.  Don’t do this alone. Whether you have a blended family or not, engage in biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and workin...

We are finally going there—unlocking the secret to your kid's best behavior. But the answer might be different than you think. Join Ally and Kaitlyn as they talk about the behavior cycle and the change that they have both made that's proved to be a game-changer in their lives and families.  1. Don’t do this alone. Engage in biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and working through...

Another one of those big questions we all must answer is this: What difference do I make? We want to know why we are here, our calling, our purpose, and how to move past our fears. Jessica and Ally discuss how we often find answers to these big questions through small acts of service and generosity.  Don’t do this alone. Engage in biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and working t...

One of the biggest questions every kid has to answer is: Who am I? There are multiple voices that try to inform the answer to that question, and those voices rarely say the same thing at the same volume. James and Ally discuss how we can help our kids cut through the confusion and show up in the world with confidence.   Don’t do this alone. Engage in biblical community by starting or joining a Lif...

Often times, when we’re looking for answers about how to teach our kids to engage with technology well, we are met with blank faces and more big questions. But what if there’s a simple way to frame up this conversation? Join Ally and Tracy as they provide practical steps we can take to create a healthy culture around technology in our families.  Don’t do this alone. Engage in biblical community by...

What if there is a way to address our responses to pain, become more present to our kids, and stay grounded as parents? This month, Ally Evans and special guest, Matthias J Barker, help us reframe conversations around trauma and start thinking about it more wisely.  Check out the Discussion Guide and resources for this episode at https://leaders.life.church/lc-parents-podcast-discussion-guides/ ....

On this episode, Ally, James, and Charlie help answer your questions! From the challenge of getting our kids to open up more, to teaching them the value of education, to figuring out how to move forward when you have messed up—the wisdom shared will help you connect with your kids in deeper, more meaningful ways. Talk this episode over with your spouse, LifeGroup, or friends! Check out the Discuss...

Growing up, Jason used to chase and capture lizards with his brothers. He quickly learned that when he squeezed a lizard too tightly, it would run for its life as soon as it was released. What happens when we hold our kids tightly like that? Check out this episode to hear what our guest, Jason, and Ally have learned about the beauty of opening our hands as parents. Talk this episode over with your...

In our culture, many of us can fall into “superstar syndrome.” Meaning, we think we need to be an all-star Jesus follower with a degree in EUS (Everything Under the Sun) for our kids to turn out right—and that’s just not true. Instead, it’s the transparency about our failures that actually mean more to our kids than the immediacy of our answers.   Talk this episode over with your spouse, LifeGroup...

What if there really is a formula for successfully parenting through conflict? What if the “formula” is more like a kindergartener’s basic house drawing? In this episode, Dr. Amy Newberry continues to share simple, impactful insights to inform our family’s conflict management strategy.  Talk this episode over with your spouse, LifeGroup, or friends! Check out the Discussion Guide and resources for...

Have you ever had a blow up at your kids? Or wondered if it was really helpful to make them say sorry when you know they’re not? Amy Newberry, a child counselor, is back to help us learn how to deal with conflict and avoid the bottleneck effect.  Talk this episode over with your spouse, LifeGroup, or friends! Check out the Discussion Guide and resources for this episode at https://leaders.life.chu...

On this episode, father-daughter duo, David and Riley, share the secret to great family time and relationships that last. And it’s not rocket science! Throughout the episode, we are encouraged to capitalize on the simple things that happen consistently versus the complex things that only happen occasionally.   Talk this episode over with your spouse, LifeGroup, or friends! Check out the Discussion...