Teenager Tuesday

Episode 170 - Back To School Tips (Part 1)

In today's episode, Kristen and Kira share some back-to-school tips that will hopefully help you and your student transition into this new school year smoothly!

Episode 169 - Culture Update

In today's culture update, we discuss current teen slang and the movie Inside Out 2, highlighting the movie's positive portrayal of emotions like anxiety. We also mention a proposal by the US Surgeon General to put warning labels on social media. The episode concludes by encouraging parents to have conversations with their teens about managing technology use and emotions.

Episode 168 - Summer Stories - Current Students

In today's episode, Elijah sits down with two students to discuss their experiences at summer camp. Imoh and Clin share touching moments of personal breakthroughs, how camp has influenced their approach to daily life, and their desire to be positive influences in their schools. The episode concludes with a challenging question for listeners about living out their faith beyond the camp environment, encouraging students and parents to continue fostering spiritual growth throughout the year.

Episode 167 - Summer Stories - Former Students

In this episode, William interviews Makai, a former student who is now a sophomore in college and leads a middle school boys' small group. Makai shares how his involvement in Hope Students shaped his faith journey, teaching him the importance of community and selflessness. He also shares how serving as a leader for younger students has deepened his relationship with God. He encourages parents to involve their children in Hope Students, emphasizing its role in providing purpose and direction during the crucial transition years from childhood to adulthood.

Episode 166 - Summer Stories - Leaders

In this episode, Elijah is joined by guest Kevin Reid, the Young Adults Coordinator at Hope Fellowship. Kevin shares his experiences as a youth leader, highlighting the importance of being present and intentional when connecting with students. The conversation emphasizes the impact leaders can have on students' lives and encourages parents to consider becoming youth leaders themselves.

Episode 164 - Summer Stories - Former Students

In today's episode, Kristen interviews Rihanna, a former Hope Fellowship student who transitioned from participant to leader in the youth ministry. Rihanna shares her journey of faith, emphasizing the importance of consistency, obedience, and authentic leadership in youth ministry. She also discusses how her experiences at Hope students shaped her decision to pursue a career in ministry and continue impacting the next generation.

Episode 163 - Summer Stories - Parents (Part 2)

In today's episode, Stephanie Jordan and Kristen Zimmerman lead us in a conversation about our student re:generation program. Stephanie shares her perspective and experience as a mom who has had a child walk through re:generation.

Episode 162 - Summer Stories - Parents (Part 1)

In today's episode, we discuss strategies for helping your teens get more connected to our student ministry here at Hope!

Episode 161 - This Summer at Hope Students

In this week's episode, Pastor Will brings a quick update about what Hope Students will look like over the next few months! Although we won't meet regularly on Wednesdays, we will have other opportunities for students to stay connected this summer!

Episode 158 - Keys to Family Goals

In today's episode, Pastor Will gives 6 tips to help your family set better goals!