Teenager Tuesday

Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and Student Coordinator Hunter Cooper as they go over the latest trends your students may be talking about, including "6/7" and Labubus.

Halloween can be a tricky topic among Christians. Join Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and Co-Interim Lead Pastor Angela Linz as they discuss how to talk about this holiday with your student.

This week on Teenager Tuesday, Pastor Will talks about how to create milestone moments with your students - intentional memories that celebrate growth, reinforce family values, and remind your kids who they’re becoming. Join us to discover practical ways to make lasting moments that matter.

Join us as we continue in our series "Lost in Translation." As pastor Andy Stanley says, we don't want to raise kids who can't wait to get out of our house. In this episode, Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and Student Admin Meg McClain cover eight tips on parenting towards a relationship with your student. 

In week three of the series Lost in Translation, Pastor Will and Meg discuss what to do when a teenager doesn’t want to talk. From teaching them how to be bored, to listening well, being present, creating shared experiences, and letting them think for themselves—these practical tips can help parents build stronger connections with their middle or high schooler.

In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Lead Student Pastor Will and Students Admin Meg McClain share practical ways to break the ice and start meaningful conversations with your teen. From food and family fun to car rides and conversation games, you’ll get simple ideas to connect without forcing it. Stay tuned for encouragement and real-life tips to keep communication alive.

In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Pastor Will and our new Student Admin, Meg McClain, kick off a four-week series on parent-teen communication. We unpack 8 reasons conversations with your teenager can feel so hard and share practical tips to build trust, set the tone, and connect better at home.

Boredom isn’t always bad! Join Will Perry & Elijah Keck as they share how parents can help teens reflect on their boredom, practice peace over productivity, unplug from screens, and celebrate the small, meaningful moments in life.

On this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Will Perry and Elijah Keck dive into the surprising benefits of boredom. From defining what boredom really is to exploring how it can build purpose, creativity, and Christlike rhythms, this conversation encourages parents and students to see downtime not as wasted time, but as space where God can shape us.

In this Teenager Tuesday culture update, we talk about TikTok’s digital detox trend and unpack the risks of teens turning to AI chatbots for mental health support. From privacy concerns to resilience-building, we highlight what parents need to know and how to start healthy conversations at home.

Join us in the last episode of our series 'What My Parents Did Well,' where recent grads Shawn and Clin share the lessons and rules from their parents that shaped their faith, character, and priorities. From balancing sports and church to learning trust and gratitude, they reflect on what made their parents’ guidance truly memorable.

This week's episode features Will Perry and Caleb Phillips! Join us as Caleb reflects on the parenting choices that shaped him for the better. From limited screen time to intentional faith conversations, Caleb shares how his mom balanced nurture and discipline, creating a safe space for honesty, growth, and lasting faith.

This next episode features Will Perry and Sarah Kate Blackstock. Listen in as they discuss how Sarah's parents positively benefited her through consistency- including reading their Bibles, helping Sarah manage her emotions, and supporting her in persevering through her own extracurricular commitments. We hope this encourages you!

Get ready to jump into part 3 of this series! Will Perry's next guest is Sutton Stewart, who speaks on parenting topics like balancing church life with sports commitments, guiding a child to have a consistent spiritual life, and the impact his dad has made through deep conversations and accountability.

Join us as we continue our series "What My Parents Did Well." This week, Will Perry speaks with two brothers, Will and Carter Linz, as they share their thoughts on how their parents successfully parented them throughout their childhood, striking a balance between freedom and boundaries. Listen in to learn more!

What are parents doing right? In this new series, Will Perry brings in students who have just graduated to answer questions about how their parents have successfully parented them. Be encouraged, as this episode demonstrates how being a successful parent is possible from real-world experiences!

This week, we are concluding our Gen Alpha research series with a conversation on mental health. As mental health becomes an increasingly pressing issue, especially among students, Will Perry and Johnny Luvender explore topics like loneliness, high anxiety, suicide, and the vital role faith can play in navigating these challenges. If you have enjoyed learning about Gen Alpha research and would lik...

DISCLAIMER: SENSITIVE TOPICS Gender and sexuality continue to be hot topics in our society today. Join Will Perry and Johnny Luvender as they continue their series on Gen Alpha research and discuss the importance of having conversations at home. Why wait and let the world define your students' thoughts on premarital sex or gender identity when you can help them shape what is right and wrong at hom...

Understanding your student's digital life is more important than ever. This week, Will and Johnny dive into statistics about social media and its effects on those between the 6th and 8th grades. Want to know more about how online influence has a real impact on students' lives? Listen in!

Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Johnny Luvender as they continue diving into research about Gen Alpha. According to the study, a vast majority of students say their parents are their most important place for their most important questions. Will and Johnny provide some advice on how to be prepared for those questions.

Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Johnny Luvender as they dive into research about Gen Alpha. Learn the six traits of an 'Early Committed Christian' and how to help your child become strong in their faith.

This week, we wrap up the last part of A Parent's Guide to Failure! Lead Student Pastor, Will Perry, and Frisco West Student Pastor, Savannah Pope, delve into the topics of grace, truth, and discipline, not only for students but for parents. Listen as they encourage parents to view themselves as God views His children.

Join Student Pastors Will Perry and Savannah Pope as they dive into how to prevent your students from becoming "failure deprived."

If you're wondering what your student might be afraid of, tune in to this episode of Teenage Tuesday. Will Perry, the Lead Student Pastor, reviews the top 4 things teens are most afraid of. Our hope is that you will be equipped to help your student embrace failure rather than avoid it.

Join us in this episode of Teenager Tuesday as we unpack 3 myths about failure.