Port City Parents Podcast

In Episode 028 we chat with Millie Holloman and Emily Klinefelter and hear their stories of fostering and adopting children. These two are doing great ministry and have a lot to say to encourage us all. Marcy and Sass also talk about upcoming spring events in the network

In Episode 027 we talk with our friend Phil Bell about his perspective on Real Parenting. Phil is the Executive Director of Family Ministries at Hope Community Church in Raleigh, NC.  Phil has some great insight and challenges for us as parents.

Episode 026 is a continuation of our conversation with Tom Shefchunas (a.k.a. @ coachshef ). We talk a little about navigating technology and social media and a lot about how to create and maintain a safe home where our kids will be willing to step into the hard conversations.

Episode 025 is a great interview with Tom Shefchunas (or "Shef") where we jump into talking about "Real Parenting" in a big way.   It's part one of a two-part discussion and you'll want to listen for sure.  Marcy and Sass also talk about a few upcoming events and opportunities in the Parent Network.

In Episode 024 we kick off the new year with a great interview with Stuart Hall talking about teens, what issues they are facing, and how to lead them well. We also give a few details on upcoming events in the Parent Network.

In Episode 023 Sass and Marcy talk about Christmas stress, personal retreats, My One Word, and 2019. Enjoy, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

In Episode 022 of the Parent Network Podcast we have part two of our interview with Troy Peverall of Agape Counseling AssociatesIf you missed part one, go back and listen to Episode 021.

In Episode 021 of the Parent Network Podcast we talk to Troy Peverall of Agape Counseling Associates about how to strengthen our marriage and we get some overall great parenting advice. It's part one of two and its great!

In Episode 020 we welcome Bruxy Cavey ... pastor, author, parent, and friend. Bruxy leads The Meeting House outside of Toronto, Canada and he was with us at Port City in October. We talk with Bruxy about his ideas around parenting and overall family discipleship. We also reveal a little info about an upcoming Parent Network event. Good stuff!

In Episode 019 we talk a little about the craziness of Fall and we hear from our friend Jim Gratton about his journey of parenting through difficult situations. Jim has several young adult children and he talks about how to lead them as well as parenting mistakes he made along the way. His story is powerful and one you definitely want to hear!

In Episode 018, Sass and Marcy give an update on what's happening in the Parent Network for the rest of the year in light of the impact of Hurricane Florence. So many people have been impacted in so many ways and we talk about how the church has responded and some great opportunities we have for parents to simply get together in November.

On this special episode we talk to our friend and counselor Pat Nolan about how to lead your kids through a disaster or crisis situation. In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, we want to help parents help their kids process all that has happened during this event.

In Episode 016 we wrap up our year of talking about "Intentional Parenting" by chatting with Scott and MJ West. They do an incredible job of having a lot of intentional fun with their kids and in this interview we hear about their heart for doing this as well as some practical suggestions.

In episode 15 of the Parent Network Podcast we have a great conversation with Stuart Hall.  This one is a little different as we interviewed Stuart on a porch with a live audience at our student ministry summer camp.  We talk about things going on with this generation and we answer a few questions from parents who are listening in.  It's a fun one!

Mike Ashcraft joins us as we talk about how to look at summer and the disruptions to our "normal" patterns in a different way. We talk about how to help our family use this season well and see the new things God is doing.

Our friend and psychologist Jason Black shares his perspective on issues that kids are facing today and how we as parents can navigate these choppy waters.

We're excited about our latest Parent Network Podcast where we take a different slant and interview a child instead of a parent.  Now, he's not a "child" but he does have parents.  Geoff Banks leads the high school ministry at PC3 and has a powerful story of how his parents helped him to navigate a tough time in his life.  You'll get several great tips for how you can help your kids...

In Episode 11 we interview licensed counselor and PC3 attender Pat Nolan on how to create a healthy family system through managing conflict and anger. Pat shares some REALLY good stuff! We also talk about a few upcoming Parent Network events.

On Episode 010 we interview Rick and Liz Shafer and hear about how they parented their two sons through all of the phases into adulthood. They offer lots of great wisdom so give it a listen. Make sure to subscribe in order to listen to all of our episodes.

In episode 009 we talk to Rich Biagini about how we as parents can better navigate technology and social media.

In this episode we interview Danny Rogers from our New Bern Campus and tackle a few questions from parents.

In Episode 007 we interview Mike and Julie Ashcraft just after our recent Parent Network event. They'll share a little more about how to create a healthy family culture and answer a few questions from the night. We also talk about upcoming Parent Network events. Enjoy!

In Episode 06 we interview our potential new co-host Marcy Bolick (if she does well :). We talk about her involvement in the Parent Network, our Phase One Mom’s Group, and some random Christmas tips. It’s a fun listen!

On this episode of the podcast we interview Pat Nolan, licensed family counselor, and we talk about how we can build a healthy family system through better listening and communication.

In our fourth episode we interview Michelle Starbuck, our volunteer Director of the Parent Network, on intentional parenting over the years.