Teenager Tuesday

Join us as we continue in our series "Lost in Translation." As pastor Andy Stanley says, we don't want to raise kids who can't wait to get out of our house. In this episode, Lead Student Pastor Will Perry and Student Admin Meg McClain cover eight tips on parenting towards a relationship with your student. 

In week three of the series Lost in Translation, Pastor Will and Meg discuss what to do when a teenager doesn’t want to talk. From teaching them how to be bored, to listening well, being present, creating shared experiences, and letting them think for themselves—these practical tips can help parents build stronger connections with their middle or high schooler.

In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Lead Student Pastor Will and Students Admin Meg McClain share practical ways to break the ice and start meaningful conversations with your teen. From food and family fun to car rides and conversation games, you’ll get simple ideas to connect without forcing it. Stay tuned for encouragement and real-life tips to keep communication alive.

In this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Pastor Will and our new Student Admin, Meg McClain, kick off a four-week series on parent-teen communication. We unpack 8 reasons conversations with your teenager can feel so hard and share practical tips to build trust, set the tone, and connect better at home.

Boredom isn’t always bad! Join Will Perry & Elijah Keck as they share how parents can help teens reflect on their boredom, practice peace over productivity, unplug from screens, and celebrate the small, meaningful moments in life.

On this episode of Teenager Tuesday, Will Perry and Elijah Keck dive into the surprising benefits of boredom. From defining what boredom really is to exploring how it can build purpose, creativity, and Christlike rhythms, this conversation encourages parents and students to see downtime not as wasted time, but as space where God can shape us.

In this Teenager Tuesday culture update, we talk about TikTok’s digital detox trend and unpack the risks of teens turning to AI chatbots for mental health support. From privacy concerns to resilience-building, we highlight what parents need to know and how to start healthy conversations at home.

Join us in the last episode of our series 'What My Parents Did Well,' where recent grads Shawn and Clin share the lessons and rules from their parents that shaped their faith, character, and priorities. From balancing sports and church to learning trust and gratitude, they reflect on what made their parents’ guidance truly memorable.

This week's episode features Will Perry and Caleb Phillips! Join us as Caleb reflects on the parenting choices that shaped him for the better. From limited screen time to intentional faith conversations, Caleb shares how his mom balanced nurture and discipline, creating a safe space for honesty, growth, and lasting faith.

This next episode features Will Perry and Sarah Kate Blackstock. Listen in as they discuss how Sarah's parents positively benefited her through consistency- including reading their Bibles, helping Sarah manage her emotions, and supporting her in persevering through her own extracurricular commitments. We hope this encourages you!