The Faithful Fathering Podcast

In this Episode of the Faithful Fathering Podcast, Rick and his guest Mike Avery give examples of how dads can nurture healthy relationships in the home. They also talk about the core group of dads at Memorial Church of Christ in Houston, Texas. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Church on the fathering front. Please reach out if you are a da...

In this series, Rick and his guest Mike Avery have a conversation about setting the tone in the home by loving our wives like Christ loves the Church. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Church on the fathering front. Reach out if you are a dad that would like to start a lay-led fathering movement in your church or if you'd simply like to find...

In this series, Rick and his guest Mike Avery have a conversation about Youth and Family Ministry. They talk about the importance of parents being involved in youth ministry and prioritizing family over work. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Church on the fathering front. Please reach out if you are a dad that would like to start a lay-led...

In this episode, Rick and Jason talk about being available for their children during the counseling season of fatherhood. They discuss how they handled situations as they transitioned from the coaching season to the counselor season of fatherhood. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Church on the fathering front. Please reach out if you are a...

In this episode, Rick and Jason cover the coaching season of fatherhood. They talk about staying engaged as our children start to mature and create their own sets of friends and activities. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Church on the fathering front. Reach out if you'd like more info about starting a lay-led fathering movement in your ch...

Faithful Fathering's Rick Wertz and Jason Hall have a discussion about the Teacher season of fathering that happens in the first 10 years of our children's lives. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Church on the fathering front. Please reach out if you are a dad that would like to start a lay-led fathering movement in your church or if you'd...

Faithful Fathering's Rick Wertz and Jason Hall have a discussion about the transition from summer break to back to school time. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Church on the fathering front. Please reach out if you are a dad that would like to start a lay-led fathering movement in your church or if you'd simply like to find out more about...

Join Rick and his guests, Jack Sears and Charles Sombrio, as they reconnect in this episode to reflect on their recent adventure at the Faithful Fathering backpacking trip in Colorado. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation filled with personal insights and memorable moments from their journey.  Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Church on the...

Rick and his guests, Brett and Kelly Hurst of Home Encouragement Ministries discuss generational changes regarding dating and hook-up culture. They talk about the importance of having early and regular age appropriate conversations with children and how some prior attempts to minimize hook-up culture like "I kissed Dating Goodbye" and "True Love Waits" have not been very successful. Get comfortabl...

Rick and his guests, Brett and Kelly Hurst of Home Encouragement Ministries discuss the early days of their marriage ministry, the changes that have occurred over the decades and the direction in which it is now heading. They talk about being involved in anything involving marriage. Home Encouragement Ministries covers all things marriage, such as premarital counseling, affair recovery, couples in...

Rick and his good friend and co-laborer Brett Hurst have a conversation about inviting dads to experience the full joys of being a plugged-in dad and fully committed husband.  They encourage men to have a personal and passionate relationship with Jesus the Christ. They talk about the men's ministries that they have been involved with over the years. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to...

Rick and his longtime friend Brett Hurst reflect on God's transformative work in Brett's life. From his days as a young musician distant from God to embracing full-time ministry, Brett shares his journey. He also discusses how God led him into Relational Ministry, where he continues to serve to this day. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be Faithful Fathers by reinvigorating the Chu...

In this podcast episode Rick and his guest Robert discuss real life examples of being physically present, being emotionally engaged and leading spiritually by example. Robert discusses surrendering his life to the Lord and moving away from his childhood aspiration of working in the radio, TV, and music sectors, where he was known as DJ Ovadose. Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be F...

Rick and Robert continue their Father's Day Month conversation. They discuss honoring one's parents and the complexities that can sometimes go along with strained relationships. Tune in and take notes! 

Rick and Robert continue their conversation around Father's Day Month. They talk about the importance of the father-mother team being in unison and what it means to love your wife like Christ loves the Church. They discuss how to talk to children about certain images that they may stumble upon online and how important it is to speak with them about those types of things before their peers do. They...

Rick and Robert discuss fatherhood in the modern age, emphasizing prioritizing responsibilities in alignment with God's intentions. They highlight sacrificial living as essential for being good fathers and husbands, mindful that their children observe their every action. They also address concerns about excessive screen time and its impact on family life.  

Rick Wertz and his guest Robert Valle have an interesting conversation about a wide range of fathering topics. They talk about the role of the CCO (Chief Critical Officer) in the home and how being overly critical can negatively impact relationships in the home. They also discussed the transition from CCO to CEO (Chief Encouraging Officer) and the positive effects of genuine encouragement. Further...

Rick and his guest Shanita Hart from Street Grace engage in a conversation about some dangers children could face while using social media.   Dads (and moms), it's important to stay informed about the various ways in which technology can be used to target unsuspecting children. Keeping your children safe is your responsibility, and we are pleased to collaborate with our friends from Street Grace t...

Rick and his guest Shanita Hart from Street Grace Ministries engage in a very interesting conversation around the use of social media. They discuss some ways parents can keep their children safe from some of the dangers of social media. They discuss setting and managing boundaries along with other tips to help you mange your children's social media use.

Rick and his guest, Shanita Hart from Street Grace Ministries, continue the four-part series on the various aspects of social media. They will be discussing the benefits of living in a digital world along with the risks and dangers associated with it. This episode focuses on the benefits of living in a world connected by social media. Grab a pen and paper or open your notes app because you will wa...

Rick and his guest, Shanita Hart from Street Grace Ministries, are starting a four-part series on the various aspects of social media. They will be discussing the benefits of living in a digital world along with the risks and dangers associated with it. They will also cover ways parents can be aware of what their children could be facing in our always-connected world. Grab a pen and paper or open...

During their conversation, Rick and Mike delve into the topic of what makes a Faithful Father. They talk about how being a good provider and disciplinarian are essential qualities, but they also acknowledge that it takes more than that to fulfill one's calling as a father. They also discuss the significance of men finding a community of other men within their organization who can support and hold...

Rick and Mike Rosas continue the New Way of Thinking conversation by answering the question' "What do men and fathers need to be thinking less of?". During their discussion, they offer valuable insights on practical steps that can be taken to strengthen one's relationship with God. In addition, they delve into the topic of implementing discipline to prevent our eyes and ears from being inundated w...

Rick and his guest Mike Rosas engage in an insightful conversation about an important question for fathers today. They delve into the topic of fatherhood and discuss the challenges that fathers face in today's society. They discuss what fathers need to be thinking more of.   Join in, take notes and share with dads who want to be the best dads they can be!

In the debut episode of a new series, Rick and his long-time friend Mike Rosas delve into one of Mike's favorite topics - the reality of who Christ is, what He did, and how it affects us today. They also explore new ways of thinking to empower the next generation to become Godly men and faithful fathers. Mike emphasizes the importance of enabling churches across denominations to raise Christ-like...