Teenager Tuesday

In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Will Perry is joined by Elijah Keck to kick off a new series called "Faith That Becomes Their Own," focused on helping teenagers move from a borrowed faith to one that's authentically theirs. They discuss how to respond when a teen expresses doubts or hard questions, why normalizing the wrestle and embracing the pregnant pause matters, and the value of admitting when you don't have all the answers. This episode is for parents who want to walk alongside their teenager through tough spiritual questions instead of shutting them down.

 

In our first episode of Teenager Tuesday for the new school year, Will Perry is joined by Elijah Keck to talk about some of the cultural trends parents of teenagers should know about. They discuss current slang, the rise of content creation and country music among students, and the growing impact of AI-generated content. If you're a parent who wants to better understand what your teenager is seeing, hearing, and experiencing, this episode is for you.

In this final Teenager Tuesday before summer break, Will Perry and Elijah Keck share simple, practical ways parents can be intentional with their teenagers this summer. From building connection to creating meaningful moments, this episode is all about making the most of the season together.

In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Will Perry and Elijah Keck talk through what students wish their parents better understood about today’s generation. From social media pressure and identity struggles to the lasting impact of words, this conversation gives practical insight for parents who want to better connect with their teenagers.

In this week's Teenager Tuesday, Pastor Will Perry shares practical ways we can help our students build healthy, lasting friendships by identifying what makes a good friend and learning how strong relationships point us closer to Christ. We’ll talk about modeling healthy friendships, recognizing shared values, and helping students pursue meaningful connections over surface-level proximity.

In this week's Parent Podcast episode, Pastor Will Perry shares how we can help our students navigate loneliness by focusing on what truly builds connection - vulnerability, purpose, and growth. We’ll learn how to guide them toward meaningful relationships through serving others and developing the self-control that leads to lasting confidence and connection.

In this Culture Update with Pastor Will and Pastor Elijah, we break down why students are so drawn to collecting - cards, shoes, and more - and what it means for their identity, habits, and relationships. We also highlight practical red and green flags to help parents guide their students with wisdom and balance.

In this episode of Teenager Tuesday with Student Pastors Will Perry and Elijah Keck, we share practical tips to help families build meaningful and consistent devotional time together. From setting realistic expectations to creating space for conversation, we focus on simple rhythms that help students grow in their faith.

In this week's episode of our Parent Podcast, Pastor Will Perry continues the conversation on the social media license by focusing on the tensions students face online and how to navigate them wisely. Together, we learn how to set boundaries, train intentionally, and prepare our students to engage social media in a healthy, God-honoring way.

In this video, Lead Student Pastor Will Perry introduces a new resource called the Social Media Driver's License. Designed to help parents guide their teenagers through the complexities of online life, the resource emphasizes preparation and communication rather than just restriction.