The Parenting for Faith podcast

In today’s episode we speak to Chris Morphew. Chris is an author, teacher, youth leader and school chaplain living in Sydney, Australia who has written (he thinks!) 32 books. Anna spoke to Chris about how to explain tricky bits of the Bible and how to tackle tricky questions. The springboard for this was the ‘Tricky parts of the Bible’ chapter in ‘An A - Z of Parenting for Faith) which is out in O...

In today’s episode we speak to Natalie Frisk about her new book A Light To Share. Natalie Frisk has worked in ministry for over 15 years. During which time she earned a Masters in Theological Study (Biblical Studies) and began pursuit of her Doctorate in Practical Theology with an emphasis on the spiritual experience of children (in process). She is now the Director of Curriculum for RaiseUpFaith...

In today’s episode we ask Rachel Turner, founder of Parenting for Faith, your questions. She has worked in churches for over 15 years and continues to consult, speak at conferences and run training days for church leaders, parents and families around the world. Rachel is the author of nine books, and the original Parenting for Faith course. We asked her four questions: 1) (3:48) I feel like other...

In today’s episode we speak to Craige Young about Easter. Craige Young is a speaker, educator, author, and media creator specialising in growth mindset education. Passionate about empowering children through storytelling, faith, and learning, he helps them develop their skills and share their talents. A certified lay preacher and radio presenter, he creates opportunities for young broadcasters and...

In today’s episode we speak to Bethany McIlrath about friendship. Bethany loves to get lost in a book and to help others discover their next read in her marketing role at The Good Book Company. When she's not reading stories, she's usually writing them or dreaming about them as she comes up with real-life creative adventures for friends, her husband, and a doorbell-like dog named Indy. Serving in...

In today’s episode we speak to Esther Kuku about Stepparenting. Esther is a bio mum and Stepmum, and has been married for 12 years. She is passionate about step families and compassionate leadership. Stepping Up, her devotional for stepfamilies will be released in June 2026. Links: Send us your questions and stories at parentingforfaith.org/podcast or email us at parentingforfaith@brf.org.uk Preor...

In today’s episode we speak to Wini Heron, a mum of three adopted children (17,8 and 8). Originally from Malaysia she now lives in Tasmania and is the Pastoral Care and Young Adult Minister at her church where she runs Parenting for Faith courses. She’s chosen to speak about gaming, which is a chapter of the A - Z of Parenting for Faith book (out October 2025). Links: Send us your questions about...

In today’s episode we speak to Matthew White. Matthew White is a priest, poet and songwriter whose debut poetry collection, "Propelled into Wonder," was published in September 2024. He is married to Sarah and they have three children (9,7 and 4). We spoke to Matt about Lent and Good Friday, which is a chapter of the A - Z of Parenting for Faith book (out October 2025). Links: Journeying with Jesus...

In today’s episode we speak to Kate Fear, Emerging Generations Coordinator at Trinity Church Nottingham. Kate loves Jesus and loves being an invested adult to many children including her nephew, five godchildren and the children at her church. She shares some thoughts on the shame chapter of the A-Z Parenting for Faith Book (out October 2025). Links: Book a group or church onto the original Parent...

In today’s episode we speak to CK and Chidiuto Imediegwu, a young christian couple from Milton Keynes. They are new parents looking forward to raising their daughter to meet and know God. They share some thoughts on the worship chapter of the A-Z Parenting for Faith Book (out October 2025). Links: Book a group or church onto the original Parenting for Faith couse, which starts in March. https://ww...

In today’s episode we speak to Matt and Alison Keddilty. Matt and Alison are a couple on mission in the North East of England. They love ministering to, and with, families, including their own six children. As an interacted couple, Matt loves ultra running and Alison loves her wheelchair. They chose the chapter from the A-Z of Parenting for Faith book on illness to share some of their story and ho...

In today’s episode we speak to Olof Bradt, who works at both the Bible Society in Sweden and Scripture Union Sweden . He is married to Rachel and they have four children, aged between 2 and 16. He shares some thoughts prompted by the chapter of the A-Z Parenting for Faith Book on helping older kids engage with the Bible and the Here To Stay research in Sweden. Links: Book a group or church onto th...

In today’s episode we speak to Caitlin Boddy, a single mum to an 11-going-on-15 year old, from the outskirts of Edinburgh. Caitlin used to be a primary teacher and now works for her local church. We asked Caitlin to share her thoughts on arguments, not because she’s especially argumentative but because A is top of our list! She chose two extracts from the arguments chapter in A - Z of Parenting fo...

For our first episode of 2025, Anna Hawken, Parenting for Faith Ministry Lead shares about the A-Z of Parenting for Faith - a brand new book which will be out in October 2025 and the focus for this season’s podcast. We’ll be picking all sorts of hot Christian parenting topics, collating the wisdom of previous guests and finding out what this looks like on the ground by interviewing you! Links Book...

Today, we're discussing how we can disciple our adult children. Becky and Kate, from the Parenting for Faith team, are sharing their wisdom on this topic. DATE CHANGE. We're now running the Parenting for Faith course on zoom from 6 March not 16 Jan as earlier advertised. Book the Parenting for Faith Zoom course here - https://www.brfonline.org.uk/collections/events/products/the-original-parenting-...

Many of us are trying to disciple our children without the example of our own parents. Perhaps we came to faith through friends in our teens or adulthood, or the faith our parents have now is not one that they had when we were growing up. How do we nurture our kids’ faith when we have no example to follow? How do we help them not to make the same mistakes we made? And what are the basics of family...

Statistics show the importance of an active dad in a child’s life. How can dads be a positive presence in their kids’ spiritual lives, even if they don’t live with them, and how can we all support dads to be the best they can be? The Father’s Club is an initiative led by Christian dads in south-east London to support and equip each other across the generations. Today we welcome founders Isaac Frim...

Many of us feel despondent if our children tell us they don’t believe in God anymore, or they don’t wish to come to church or pursue their faith. We feel like that’s it - there’s no more hope for our kids to find Jesus - and often feel like we’ve failed in some way. Parenting for Faith founder Rachel Turner is our guest today to tell us that that’s not true! There are no dead ends when it comes to...

Prayer is a key part of our lives as Christians - both individually and corporately. For our families, this might involve helping our kids to chat to God on their own, but also praying together as a family. How can we do this in ways which our kids respond to? Sarah Hogben is one of our Parenting for Faith speaking team and we’re delighted to welcome her to the podcast today. She is a wife and mum...

Our dream, as Christian parents, is surely that our kids will find God in the everyday - knowing they can chat to him about anything, ask him questions, and invite him to be a part of their decision-making. But how does this happen, what about if it’s not happening, and where does play fit into all this? To help us think through discipling our kids in the everyday is Joy Wendling. Joy is a family...

Family life is a constant series of changes and transitions as our kids grow and family dynamics change. But what about when a big change hits us, whether something that we’ve discerned as God’s best for our family, or something unplanned and uncontrollable? Dan Hawken is a church Families and Outreach worker in the Forest and Wye valley. His family has been through a number of major life changes...

When it comes to discipling our children, one of the greatest joys and the greatest challenges is surely church. What happens if we need to move church? How can we help our kids see the potential of church, as well as be honest about the difficulties? And what about if our children can’t find their place in church? Helping us unravel this is church planter Paul Pavlou. Paul leads an Anglican churc...

Surveys suggest that younger generations of Christians are not reading the Bible regularly. It’s a complicated book, full of tricky bits and things which might seem culturally wrong to our 21st century ears. So how can we encourage our kids not only to read it but to grow to love it? Today’s guest, Trillia Newbell, shares helpful thoughts for us all, whether we have babies, teens or anything in be...

It’s one thing following Jesus when life is peachy and the road is smooth - but what about when we face obstacles and hurdles? How do we help our kids navigate life with God when their prayers go unanswered, or it feels like he is distant from them? Helping us navigate this sensitive topic today are authors Eric M. Schumacher and Jessika Sanders. With experience of medical emergencies and miscarri...

Family life seems to get busier and busier, with a multitude of activities, playdates and school events to fit into the calendar. As Christian families, we long to do a good job of nurturing what God is already doing in the lives of our kids - but how can we do this when life is so hectic? Here to share some wisdom with us today is Dave Newton, the new National Director of Scripture Union England...