Nurturing Faith Collective Podcast

In this episode of the Nurturing Faith Collective podcast, hosts Erica and Kelly engage in insightful conversations about early childhood discipleship. They are joined by Tanya Area, who shares her journey from being a Navy wife to a pastor's wife and children's director. Tanya emphasizes the importance of starting discipleship from birth, using reading and music as foundational tools. She...

Join us as we look at how to minister to and with Grandparents, and continue with this month's nurturing nugget, moment of finding faith, and of course our chuckles!

Join us for a new format of the NFC Podcast as we collect nurturing nuggets, find moments of faith, and collect chuckles, and explore strategy behind summer programming with a great interview!

In this episode of the Nurturing Faith Collective podcast, hosts Kelly Hensley and Erica Stricklen introduce their new teammate, Layci Clifford, and discuss the importance of building strong partnerships between church and home for children's discipleship. They explore the challenges and rewards of ministry, emphasizing the significance of intentionality, mentorship, and support networks for b...

In the Season 1 finale episode of the Nurturing Faith Collective Podcast, host Andy Berry welcomes Erica Stricklen and Kelly Hensley to discuss their experiences in children's ministry, the importance of pursuing education in this field, and the challenges and joys of engaging with families and children. They share insights on intentional teaching, building community among parents, and strateg...

In this episode, Dee Hansel discusses her role in the Nurturing Faith Collective, focusing on building resources from Bethel graduates to support family ministry. She emphasizes the importance of intergenerational mentorship and creating a team culture within the church. Dee shares insights on celebrating milestones together and the significance of aligning different age groups in ministry. Dee di...

In this episode of the Nurturing Faith Collective Podcast, host Andy Berry welcomes guest, Kathleen Jaoudi. They explore the growth of Kathleen's church and how it has become a welcoming space for families. Kathleen shares insights on integrating worship experiences for children and families, the importance of community engagement, and her vision for future events that foster family involvemen...

In this episode of the Nurturing Faith Collective podcast, Dr. Trisha Peach shares her experiences and insights on children's ministry, social media marketing, and the importance of volunteer leadership. She discusses her unique role within the Nurturing Faith Collective, the challenges of adapting to new technologies, and the value of building a supportive community in ministry. Trisha emphas...

In this episode of the Nurturing Faith Collective Podcast , host Andy Berry talks with Katie Bliss and Danika Moubayed about their roles within the writing initiative of the Nurturing Faith Collective. They share their personal experiences in children's ministry, aspirations for writing, and the challenges they face in their respective ministries. The conversation emphasizes the importance of star...

In this episode of the Nurturing Faith Collective Podcast, host, Andy Berry, interviews Kristi Schelhaas, a new member of the collective and Children's Ministry Director at Calvary Baptist in Yankton, South Dakota. Kristi shares her journey into ministry and the challenges and joys of working with children and families in a church setting. The conversation explores the evolution of children&#3...

In this episode of the Nurturing Faith Collective Podcast , host, Andy Berry, invites Tina Wallace and Tania Kopplin to discuss the launch of a coaching initiative aimed at supporting parents, ministry leaders, and faith influencers. They celebrate personal milestones, including the birth of Tina's grandchild, and delve into the importance of coaching in ministry. The conversation covers the s...

In this episode, hosts Danelle Schlichenmayer and Andy Berry chat with Paula Mazza, Director of Children's and Preteen Ministries at Solana Beach Presbyterian Church, Founder of the Grace in Real Time Podcast and PreteenMentalHealth.com. Paula shares her journey in ministry, emphasizing the importance of focusing on preteens and addressing mental health issues among youth. She discusses her ed...

In this episode, Jamie Lane shares his journey from being a pastor's kid to becoming a family ministries director at a larger church. He discusses the challenges and joys of transitioning to a new ministry context, the importance of empowering others in leadership, and the need for intentional engagement with families. Jamie emphasizes the significance of celebrating small wins in ministry and...

Danelle Schlichenmayer and Andy Berry welcome Dr. Luz Galvez De Figueroa, the founder of Entre Niños, to discuss her extensive work in Latino ministry and child discipleship. Dr. Luz shares her journey in developing a certificate program for Latino leaders, the importance of training and resources, and the impact of the book she co-authored, Partnering Church and Home: Discipleship for the Next Ge...

Summary In this engaging episode, Jeff Weldon, Next Gen Pastor and Church Planter at Belonging Community Church in Urbanna, MD, shares his journey of planting a new church with his wife, discussing the challenges and joys of family involvement in ministry. He emphasizes the importance of establishing core values, engaging children in the church's mission, and the necessity of community support. Je...

In this episode, Andy and Dr. Denise Muir-Kjesbo discuss the launch of the Nurturing Faith Collective, insights from the book she's co-authored, Partnering Church and Home: Discipleship for the Next Generation, and why family ministry leaders and faith influencers should remain committed to the vision to partner the family and the local church in the discipleship of children. Dr. Denise Muir-Kjesb...

Join hosts Danelle Schlichenmayer and Andy Berry for the teaser episode of the new podcast, The Nurturing Faith Collective Podcast , a conversation with innovative ministry leaders, parents and faith influencers who are fostering a strong partnership between the church and the home. Danelle and Andy share the why behind the podcast, how they came to be the hosts, and what you can expect to hear as...