Keeping Teenagers Safe Online

Great article by Abbi Perets from MacWorld. It's a great read for every parent!

Six ways to keep teenagers safe online | Macworld

»Check up on your kids and their devices as often as you can. This may seem simple and obvious, but far too many parents don’t bother to check on what their kids are doing online—and the results can be disastrous.«

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Teens and Unrestricted Internet Access

Teens and Unrestricted Access: Time to Repent

»"I am just stunned by parents who give their pre-teen children iPhones and iPads with unrestricted Internet access."«

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Surviving Your Child's Teen Years

Surviving Your Child’s Teen Years

»Your child’s teen years should be some of the most enjoyable of your parenting years! I know, that’s a bold statement, but hang with me! Practically speaking, there are a million reasons to enjoy the teen years. Your kids can finally feed themselves (unless you have boys.) They can finally clean their own room (of course, it sometimes takes death threats.) They can finally drive themselves some place (though teaching them to do so will put you into cardiac care for a few days.) They can«

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Teens and Tech

This month we have been looking at teens and technology in Sunday School. Since we live in a connected age it is sometimes hard to "unplug." In the audio (podcast) feed there is a helpful message from Pastor Jeff Redlin on balancing technology. I strongly encouage you to find the time to listen and contemplate how you will help your teen navigate the world of tech. 

10 Things Your Teens Will Never Tell You

»In an effort to turn your heart toward your children, I would like to share the results of a simple survey I did with our students several years ago. These statements and quotes came from faithful Christian adults who grew up in godly homes and in our youth group. The quotes below are what they shared about why they stayed faithful to God. This list is what your teens think, whether they tell you or not; and it’s a great place to start a conversation:«

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