Maple City Parents: Newsletter Vol 5

Hey Maple City Parents,

Pastor Jordan here again with another parent newsletter. As we step into a new month, I want to take a moment to update you on what we’ve been covering in Student Ministries and what’s coming next. But before I do, I want to quickly highlight our parent resource on technology just below this newsletter. A lot of useful stuff you don’t want to miss. So check it out HERE!

Looking Back: Relationship Goals

Throughout last month, we dove into our “Relationship Goals” series, where we explored what it means to build healthy, God-honoring relationships in a world that often distorts His original design. We challenged students to love others like Jesus, understand God’s purpose for relationships, and evaluate how they navigate friendships and dating. I encourage you to continue these conversations with your students at home as these topics are extremely important and cannot be talked about enough.

Looking Ahead: My, Myself, and iPhone

This month, we’re tackling a topic that affects every student today—technology. Our new series, “My, Myself, and iPhone” will help students reflect on their screen habits and how they can use technology wisely. We’ll cover questions like:

Are we addicted to our screens?
What screens are right for me?
How does what we see online affect us?
Who am I in a world of screens?
How can I use my platform for Christ?

Technology isn’t going anywhere, so our goal is to equip students to navigate it with wisdom and purpose rather than being consumed by it.

Upcoming Events

Jr High 30 Hr Famine: March 14-15 our annual discipleship opportunity for our JrHi students to learn and raise awareness for World Hunger, sponsored by World Vision. They will learn about other struggling nations, play fun and interactive games, and fast in support of those who go hungry. The event is free and you can sign up HERE.
Jr High Bake Sale Fundraiser: Sunday March 16th will be our Jr High Bake Sale. After both services we will be having all kinds of baked goods to raise money for the Jr High Mission Weekend this summer. If you would like to help provide some baked goods for the fundraiser, you can sign up HERE!
Silent Disco: Wednesday March 26th will be a special event night for both Jr & Sr high. Event is free and no need to sign up.
Worship Night: March 21st 7pm Salt & Light Co from Rosedale Bible College will be having a night of worship and testimony at Maple City in Teen Haven. All ages are welcome.

Don’t miss our Student Ministry Calendar included below or click HERE! You’ll find all the details about upcoming events and opportunities for your student to get connected. You can also click HERE for a full list of upcoming events.

Parent Resource of the Month

To support you in guiding your student through the world of technology, in our Parent Resource this month we’re sharing a helpful video with simple practical tips on setting healthy boundaries and encouraging wise screen habits. This resource will give you tools to start meaningful conversations and create a tech environment that honors God in your home. There is also links to great technology resources, one in particular I think is very helpful, “Our Pact”. Be sure to check it out below! To view this resource click HERE. To view past resources click HERE.

Keep Pressing On!

Parenting in today’s world isn’t easy, but you are making a difference. Your influence matters more than you know, and we are so grateful to partner with you in pointing students to Christ. If you ever have questions, need support, or want to talk through any of these topics, don’t hesitate to reach out. We are in this together!

Looking forward to an amazing month ahead!

Blessings,

Jordan

Your Teen And Technology

In this Power Parenting video, Curtis Lane shares some practical tips that will equip parents to set healthy boundaries with their kids and guide them to make wise decisions regarding technology.

Some of the great resources he mentions can be found here:

Other helpful resources

Screen time controls

Smart Phone Readiness

Tools for teens and parents

Family media agreement

Maple City Parents: Newsletter Vol 4

Hey Maple City Parents,

Pastor Jordan here. As we are stepping into the second month of the new year, I’m excited about all the ways God will move in the lives of our students in 2025. It’s been a great start so far, and I wanted to take a moment to share what’s been happening in our student ministry and what’s ahead for February.

Last month, we wrapped up our series “Hide & Seek,” We all tend to hide parts of ourselves at times, whether it’s our past, struggles, or even our true selves, often out of fear or a desire to fit in. We call these “masks,” and we talked about how we don’t need to hide behind “I’m fine” or try to go through life pretending everything is okay. Instead, we encouraged our students to embrace honesty and vulnerability, trusting that God meets us in our weaknesses and pain.

As we move into February we’ll be diving into a brand-new series called “Relationship Goals”. This series is all about building healthy, God-honoring relationships. We’ll be answering big questions like:

What does it mean to love others like Jesus?
What is God’s purpose and design for relationships?
How can we navigate a world that often distorts God’s original design?

As we tackle important topics like love, dating, and sex, this series may present great opportunities for you as parents to have meaningful and intentional conversations. These are conversations that, while sometimes awkward or challenging, are so crucial for shaping their understanding of purity, love, and God’s design for relationships.

In this newsletter’s Parent Resource, we are focusing on having conversations with your child about sexual purity. I hope this tool gives you confidence and encouragement to engage with your child about this vital topic.

Lastly, don’t miss our February Student Ministry Calendar included below! You’ll find all the details about upcoming events and opportunities for your student to get connected. You can also click here for a full list of upcoming events.

As always, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if there are specific ways we can come alongside you as you parent your student. It’s an honor to partner with you in helping your child grow in faith, character, and love for Jesus.

Blessings,

Jordan

Parent Resource

Sexual Purity Discussion Guide

A study of the Scriptures reveals that sexuality in the context of marriage is one of the most beautiful gifts God has given to humanity. Sadly, the perversions of the topic that are so prevalent in our culture have caused many in the Church today to see sex as a taboo topic that is almost seen as off-limits to discuss. What a sad commentary, when Satan steals from the family one of God’s most precious gifts! No wonder Jesus calls him a thief. As a result of this distortion, far too many – perhaps even a majority – of parents never talk about sexual topics with their children.

Awkward Roadblocks

From my vantage point as a pastor, most parents desire to talk to their children about these important things, but the conversations are stolen in a subtle way:

When the children are younger, moms and dads feel uncomfortable with the subject because they fear it will come too soon.
When the children are entering adolescence, moms and dads feel uncomfortable because they realize how awkward such talks will be – especially in the midst of their child’s already changing body and overall transition of life from a child to a young adult.
When the child is in his or her teen years, moms and dads feel strange having waited so long – fully aware that their child has figured out many of the details about sex from friends and the media.

As a result, conversations never happen. Then, when sexual topics are brought up at all, they are discussed only in the context of humor or scandal. What a tragedy.

Just Start

When is the best time to talk with your child about sexuality? Right now. Regardless of their age, it is time to start the conversation. I’ve found through my ministry and interesting principle to hold true: If a child hears information on the subject of sex from someone other than the parents first, the parents often end up having to deprogram what they’ve heard before they can share with them the simple truth. As parents, we want to be proactive in insuring our children are equipped with God’s plan in case they come across a lie.

Of course, the depth of that conversation will depend on the age of your child. Consider the following conversational guides related to three stages of maturity. Notice I did not categorize them with hard-and-fast ages, as different children will be prepared for different levels of dialogue, and only you as a parent can know these things:

1. Early Conversations for the Young:

Just because a child is not prepared to hear about the details of the marriage bed does not mean that they are not ready to talk about sexuality. In fact, your child is growing up in a world that will be sending sexual messages anyway, and you want to be the one to share the truth. At this stage, it is important to focus on principles rather than actions. Help your child understand what it means that God is holy, and how He has called us to reflect that holiness. I would recommend that the following topics are covered:

God’s plan for marriage is for a man and woman who are devoted to one another for life. (It is important to note that, for many children, there will be people they care about who did not stay together for life. This doesn’t mean God doesn’t love them. God can help people who did not follow that plan to live according to His best plans from that point forward.)
Sex is a part of God’s plan for marriage. If you feel like the timing is not appropriate to explain the details of sexuality, I would still recommend that you help them understand that sexuality is a gift from God. When they begin to hear about sex from peers or media, we want them to understand that God has a standard that is better than what the world has to offer. A simple, non-detailed definition of sex is an act of love between a husband and wife that also helps them have children.

CONSIDER SAYING: “You don’t need to understand everything about this at your age. There are some subjects that you will have plenty of time to understand later on. But right now, whenever you hear the word sex, you need to know that it is something beautiful that God has created for a man and woman who are married to one another. Of course, like so many other things, the devil has taken sex and made it something that is not what God intended. So some people do things with God’s gift that don’t have anything to do with marriage. If you ever hear someone talking about sex, I want you to come talk to me first and let’s make sure what you are hearing is what God has told us in the Bible.”

Just as God is holy, He wants us to live holy lives. That means, when it comes to our bodies, we also make sure that we protect them for God’s glory. That means we don’t live as the world does or do anything we want to just because it feels good or others are doing it.
Pornography is a terrible thing that does not reflect God’s holiness. Pornography is a bad part of our culture in which people allow others to see them naked and do things that shouldn’t be done with their bodies, or things that should only be done by a husband or wife.

CONSIDER SAYING: “Pornography is one way that people disobey God. They sin by exposing their bodies to others to whom they are not married. Other than when your mom and dad need to help you, or a doctor needs to help you, there is no place when you should be naked in front of anyone else until you are married. If anyone ever wants to show you pictures of someone without their clothes on, say no and tell me right away.”

2. Deeper Conversations for the Growing and Contemplative Child:

As your child has more access to peers and others beyond your influence, it becomes more essential to equip him or her with the truth of God’s word related to sexuality. As God leads you, ensure that your child has an understanding of the following:

The Act of Marriage. This may seem like a daunting task, but don’t forget that sex is a gift from God. Your child deserves to hear about it from someone who will share the details in a way that is God-honoring! Set aside a specific time to get away with your child for this important conversation. Don’t just do it off-the-cuff, in a ‘by the way” fashion, but help them to see its importance by the priority you place. Set a special time to go to a park together, or allow space where everyone else in the family leaves so it is just you and the child. This eliminates any unnecessary awkwardness or embarrassment.

Begin at creation, by sharing God’s original intent for husbands and wives. Genesis 2:24-25 states, [24] Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh. [25] And the man and his wife were both naked and were not ashamed. (ESV) That phrase “one flesh” is a beautiful picture of sexuality as God intended.

Share the basics of what happens, and pause often to invite questions. Consider utilizing some great books on the topic if you would like a guide.

The Sanctity of Marriage. Every conversation about sex should be shared amidst the topic of the beauty of marriage – the precious relationship that God has set apart for a husband and wife. It should be held in high esteem – seen as something beautiful and blessed. Marriage is more than sexuality, and the topic of sexuality will always be incomplete and less than intended outside of the bigger, profound picture of marriage.

3. Practical Conversations for the Emerging Adult:

Beyond “the sex talk,” parents must maintain a constant dialogue about sex and marriage. There are too many other sexually-charged messages in our culture that won’t be silent. You don’t want to send the message “Well, thank goodness we got that over with!” Consider the following ongoing opportunities:

“What If” Scenarios: Describing a fictional but realistic challenge to your child before it is really encountered is a great way to evaluate real-life solutions to complex problems. For example, something like, “A young man and woman are in love and would one day love to be married. In the heat of passion, they both desire to carry their relationship into an area that is reserved for a husband and wife. He says to her, ‘We plan to be married anyway!’ What is wrong with this logic? What should they do?”
Spend Time Unpacking the Three Questions Related to Sexual Matters. Who is God? What is True?; and Why am I Here? Of the three, we tend to focus on the second when it comes to sexuality: “You shouldn’t have sex until you are married because God says it’s wrong.” That is absolutely the case, but it is a deeper, broader conversation when it begins with question one: “Because God is holy, He has called us to holiness. In fact, He created marriage as a reflection of Christ’s love for the Church and the Church’s love back to Jesus. Therefore, I need to consider every area of my heart – including the act of sex – that might be less than the heart of holiness to which God has called me.”
Pray for Future Spouses Together. The best way to get our eyes off of the compromise that the world has to offer is to focus on the beautiful standard that we should be looking toward. Pray often for the future spouse of your child, and challenge him or her often to consider what traits would be found in the ideal mate.

Maple City Parents: Newsletter Vol 3

Hey Maple City Parents,

Pastor Jordan here. Can’t believe we are already in December and the new year will be hear before we know it. We are excited to see what God has for us as we look ahead and so thankful for how He has been moving as we look back. We finished up our series “He Speaks” as we looked at how God speaks to us, practical ways on how we can know/discern God’s voice over the other voices in your life, and what are the barriers in our lives that prevent us from hearing God. We also had a listening experience night where students spent time seeking and listening for God’s voice.

As we step into the whirlwind of the Christmas season, it can feel as if time is moving faster than ever. Between work obligations, school assignments, sports, practices, events, and the hustle of holiday preparations, life becomes a blur. In the midst of all this busyness, we want to encourage you to embrace this season as an opportunity for intentional and meaningful connection with your family. Christmas is a special opportunity to reflect on the birth of Jesus Christ and His love for us, while also creating lasting memories with your student. We know life can get overwhelming, and the sheer number of things to do can make it challenging to plan meaningful moments. That’s why I write these newsletters, to support you. My goal is to make your life a little easier by offering thoughtful, practical, and simple ideas to help you engage with your student during this season. Let’s lean into faith, family, and meaningful connection, so this season becomes more than just busy—it becomes beautiful. We are cheering you on, praying for your family, and are here to support you every step of the way.

This newsletter’s Parent Resources come with some extra gifts, specially designed to support you during this busy and meaningful season! First, we’re offering practical tips to help you navigate moments when your student is hurting. Pain and disappointment are a part of life, and how you come alongside your student during these times can make a significant difference. Additionally, we’ve included a Daily Family Advent Devotional to help your family focus on the heart of the Christmas season. This simple resource is designed to foster meaningful conversations grounding your family in the hope and joy of Christ. To make your holiday time even more special, we’re also sharing with you, Christmas Conversation Cards. These are fun and engaging tools to spark discussions that point your family toward faith and connection amidst the festivities. I hope these resources will bless your family and provide practical ways to grow closer to God and each other during this season of joy and gratitude.

Also scroll down to see our Student Ministry Calendar for December and January. You can also click here for upcoming event details. As always let me know if you have any questions and any ways in which we can help come alongside you as parents.

Blessings,

Jordan

Parent Resource:

3 Immediate Steps to Take When Your Teen is Hurting

Parents often ask for help on how to support their teen during challenging times. The reality is that every teen will eventually face disappointment, loss, or hurt. Whether it’s not making the team they trained so hard for, going through a breakup, or missing out on an opportunity they hoped for, these moments can be tough for both teens and parents. As the parents, you naturally feel their pain and want to fix it immediately. While that instinct is understandable, here are three important steps to consider when your teen is hurting:

1) Pause

This may seem counterintuitive, but the first step to take when your child is going through a difficult situation is to actually step back and pause. The reason this is important is because you’re probably going to have some emotions tied in with your teens’ emotions. Do not let your emotions lead! Alicia Britt Chole says “emotions make terrible leaders.” You may need to take a 10-minute or 10-hour pause to let your emotions get in check and think through the long-term lesson or goal you want to achieve in helping your son or daughter through this challenge. We face tremendous disappointment even in our adult years, so what is it that you want to equip your teen with so they are prepared for those moments as an adult? Fixing every situation for your teen will only delay the inevitable and cause them more struggle as they get older.

2) Provide wisdom and guidance

As primary faith trainers, your kids look to you and how you respond to their struggles and hurts. We can certainly empathize with our teens when they are hurting, but we have to be able to lead them through the struggles. This is where true parenting and faith development is demonstrated and shown. The biggest mistake I see parents of teens make is running in to attempt to “fix” whatever issue their teens are having. Of course there are exceptions to the rule, but resist this temptation. This is why the first step, pausing to widen your view is so important.

3) Pray and trust

Growing up my parents prayed regularly (and still do) for my brother and I. They entrusted us – our whole lives, victories and disappointments – to God. If you want to truly minister to your kids when they have disappointments and struggles, don’t just pause and gain perspective, don’t just offer great insights and wisdom through their situation, but let them hear you pray for them. Pray continually with your teen through whatever challenge they are facing and demonstrate your faith in Jesus to guide them. You can’t keep your kids from every hurt that life brings but you do have the responsibility and privilege of leading them to a God who sees and knows them even better than you do.

Parent Resource (2 of 3): Daily Family Advent Devotional

Use this Advent Devotional to encourage your family to reflect on Jesus this Christmas season.

When using this guide we recommend that you work through the material in this way: Read the passage, read the devotional, do the craft. Consider journaling the things you are learning along the way!

As you look through this guide, you will see that there are is a craft or event attached to each of the devotionals. Some of them require baking, some are crafty, and some will need planning. While these are intended to be a fun and a useful tool, feel free to skip any of these that do not work for you. The crafts can be done by anyone but their primary purpose is to help engage our younger participants. Have kids do the craft while you read it aloud!

Download here

Parent Resource (3 of 3): Christmas Conversation Cards

Use this set of downloadable Advent cards to create Christmas Conversations and point your family to Jesus. Each daily card includes a scripture verse as well as questions to spark family discussion. Be intentional and make every moment count this Christmas season!

Printable Option: Simply put these cards where your family gathers on a regular basis-the kitchen table, car or on the coffee table. Every day, take time to read a card and talk about the topic. Look for opportunities to expand the conversation!

Digital Option: Set a reminder on your phone to pull the card for each day and start your Family Christmas Conversations.

Download the Christmas Conversation cards here

Maple City Parents: Newsletter Vol 2

Hey Maple City Parents,

Pastor Jordan here. As you are now hopefully settling into the routine of the new school year, I wanted to take the time to fill you in on what has been going on as well as help you be intentional with the limited time you have with your student between work, school, homework, practices, etc. In the midst of the hectic schedules, I want to encourage you to take time and focus on the important things and be present with your kids. Look for those moments where you can be intentional with them.

Now I know sometimes we don’t have the mental capacity to add one more thing that requires intentional thought no matter how important it may be. That is why I am writing these newsletters. I want to help take some of the extra thinking off your plate and give you some already thought out ideas and resources that are simple, helpful and practical that you can implement in your home today.

Today our resource is aimed at helping your time at the dinner table to spark authentic and meaningful conversations. Simple conversation starters with follow up questions that get beyond the simple “yes” and “no” responses we all dread. So scroll down and see today’s recourse from restorethetable.org.

Also scroll down to see our Student Ministry Calendar for October and November as well as what we have been teaching and where we are going. You can also click here for upcoming event details. As always let me know if you have any questions and any ways in which we can help come alongside you as parents.

Blessings,

Jordan

Parent Resource:

Dinner Table Conversation Cards

Use this set of downloadable Conversation Cards to spark authentic, meaningful connection around the dinner table!

How it works:

Have fun! - Start with a fun questions to get the conversation going.

Go deeper. - Dig a little deeper in discussion on the theme for this meal.

Hear truth. - See what the Bible has to say on the topic.

Read more: - Bible verses will be provided for discover more about what God’s word says.

Place these cards where your family gathers on a regular basis-the kitchen table, car or on the coffee table. Every day, take time to read a card and talk about the topic. Look for opportunities to expand the conversation.

Download the Dinner Table Conversation cards HERE

What We’ve Been Teaching

Our theme this year is “More”. Our culture is one that always seems to be adding one more thing, telling you that you need more of something in your life. So what are we seeking? What do we want more of? Are we wanting more of what the world has to offer? Or are we wanting more of what God and what He has to offer?

We started off by challenging the students to pursue more of God in their daily lives. But if we want more of God in our lives, we first need to know who God is. So we looked at:

Who is God the Father?
Who is God the Son?
Who is God the Holy Spirit?

What’s Next

This coming Wednesday we will be looking at the Gospel. Now that we have learned who the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are, how does that impact my life and who I am?

Here are the topics we will be covering in the weeks ahead.

Sept 25th - The Gospel and what it means for me
Oct 2nd - Can I trust the Bible? Is it reliable?
Oct 9th - He Speaks: How does God speak to us?
Oct 16th - Is that You? Practical ways on how you can know/discern God’s voice over the other voices in your life.
Oct 23rd - I’m Listening: Listening to God experience night
Oct 30th - Small group night
Nov 6th - Am I listening? There are two factors that can make our spiritual ears numb to God’s voice: Too much noise & too much no.
Nov 13th - Life in community: The power of Godly community can transform us.
Nov 20th - Life in community: Deep/authentic friendships are essential for building strong communities.
Dec 4th - Life in community: Handling conflict in community God’s way.
Dec 11th - Life in community: Authentic community requires unity.

Maple City Parents: Newsletter Vol 1

Pastor Jordan here.

Wow, it’s hard to believe that summer is almost over and the new school year is just around the corner. I’m sure for some of you it went by way too fast. Maybe even for some, it has gone by so fast that you are scrambling to get things ready for the fall. In the midst of all the hectic schedules I want to encourage you to take time and focus on the important things, be present with your kids, and look for those moments where you can be intentional with them.

One of the things that I want to do is give you helpful, simple, and practical resources for you to use in the home. I know when you are already busy with work, running a home, being a spouse, and being the family’s personal Uber driver, sometimes we don’t have the mental capacity to add one more thing that requires intentional thought even though we know it may be important. So I want to help take some of the extra thinking off your plate and give you some already thought out ideas that you can implement in your home.

So if you scroll down you will see the resource I have for you today, practical ways to help raise Kind Kids! Because in a world full of hostility and division, where kindness has been on a steady decline, let us step up and be different from the world and show the kindness of Christ in our everyday behavior.

Also at the bottom is our Student Ministry Calendar for August and September. You can also click here for upcoming event details. As always let me know if you have any questions and any ways in which we can help come alongside you as parents.

Blessings,

Jordan

Parent Resourse: 3 STRATEGIES FOR RAISEING KIND KIDS

In a world full of hostility and division, we should raise kind kids who love not only those in our homes but also the world around them. Kindness is high on my list of characteristics I value but sadly in our culture today, it is one that I see on the decline. Raising kind kids takes effort and intentionality but the investment of time and energy is worth it.

We need to help kids see that there’s a significant difference between kindness and being nice. Anyone, even those who may not always be pleasant, can put on a nice act from time to time. Being nice is often about seeking social approval, about acting a certain way for personal gain in specific situations. However, kindness is a deeper, more genuine form of care. It’s about the other person, about seeing them the way God sees them. It’s about sharing love, grace, and empathy without expecting anything in return.

Here are three strategies for raising kind kids:

1. Model Kind Behavior

Children learn a lot by observing the adults around them. They learn the most from mom and dad. As parents, we must set the example and demonstrate kindness in our daily actions. This can include:

Helping Others: Show your kids how you assist neighbors, friends, or even strangers. This might be through volunteering, donating to those in need, or simply being polite and respectful in everyday interactions.
Speaking Kindly: Use positive and encouraging language, and refrain from gossiping or talking negatively about others. Explain why it’s important to be considerate with words.
Showing Gratitude: Express thankfulness for small acts of kindness you receive. Make a habit of saying “thank you” and encourage your children to do the same.

Paul tells us in Ephesians how to model kindness.

Let all bitterness, anger and wrath, shouting and slander be removed from you, along with all malice. And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ (Ephesians 4:31-32).

2. Teach Empathy

This might be a big word for your kids but it’s a powerful tool. Empathy is the ability to understand and share another person’s feelings and emotions. It involves recognizing someone else’s emotional state, imagining how they might be feeling, and responding with care and concern. Empathy goes beyond sympathy (feeling pity or sorrow for someone’s misfortune) by incorporating a deeper connection to the other person’s experience.

Talk About Emotions: Have open discussions about feelings. Ask your children how they felt in various situations and how they think others might have felt. This helps them recognize and respect different emotions.
Share Stories: Read books, watch movies, or share things from your day that highlight empathy, kindness, and moral dilemmas. Discuss the characters’ emotions and actions and ask your children how they would respond in similar situations.
Examine Perspectives: Encourage your children to consider other people’s perspectives. When conflicts arise, help them see things from the other person’s point of view and discuss how to resolve the issue with kindness.

3. Create Opportunities for Kindness

Put kindness into practice and help your kids see and feel it in real-life situations. We can’t effectively teach anything without practicing what we are preaching. Again, we must lead the way when we give them opportunities.

Give Them Responsibilities: Assign tasks that involve helping others, like setting the table, helping a sibling with homework, or taking care of a pet. Emphasize the importance of contributing to the family and helping each other.
Serve Others: Participate in service projects as a family. Volunteering at a shelter, participating in a charity run, or collecting donations for a cause teaches children the value of giving back to the community.
Encourage Random Acts of Kindness: Motivate your children to perform small, spontaneous acts of kindness, like sharing toys, complimenting others, or writing thank-you notes. Recognize and praise their efforts to reinforce positive behavior.

Let’s Be Kind Together

When was the last time you modeled kindness for your kids?

Can you think of a time when you should have modeled kindness and you didn’t?

Share that with your family and tell them how you could have handled the situation in a kind way.

Do you have open discussions about emotions with your kids?

If not, in the next week try to begin opening the door to chatting about emotions, empathy and feelings. Activity: Go watch Inside Out 1 and/or Inside Out 2 together as a family - it’s a great discussion starter!

When is the last time you served or did a random act of kindness as a family?

Now is a great time to start! Try scheduling a service project within the next month.