Trinity Lutheran Church - Family Life Resources

Generation Change (for grades 6-12 and their parents)
Get your kids off on the right foot financially! This 4 week entertaining and informative Bible study class for students and their parents, developed by Dave Ramsey, shows students how money really works, how God views mon-ey, and how they can grow into financially responsible young adults starting now!

Cost to attend is $20 per family which includes the student workbook. Scholarships are available. We will meet at church in rooms 143-145. More information is available at www.trinluth.org. RSVP to Mary Bloebaum by March 27.
(Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 p.m., April 3, 10, 17, 24)

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Challenge & Choice (for grades 7-10 and their parents)
This Bible-based study of teenage sexuality is a powerful reinforcement of truth, God’s TRUTH, on this matter. Topics include myth information, challenge and wrong choices, dating do’s and don’ts, and how far is too far. Cost to attend is $30 per family which includes 2 youth resource books and a workbook per person. Scholarships are available. We will meet at church in rooms 147-149. More information is available at www.trinluth.org RSVP to Mary Bloebaum by March 27.
(Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m., April 3, 10, 17, 24)

Here are some common questions that are asked about participating in CHALLENGE AND CHOICE:
What if my kid doesn't want to go? Here is a secret....none of them WANT to go AT FIRST. But, if you bring them to the first class they will realize it is completely painless and actually a lot of fun!! They will get their ques-tions answered, know truth, and want to come!
Is it embarrassing or awkward? It REALLY isn't. We are open and honest. There is no sugar-coating the topic, but we approach it in such a way that is comfortable and very interesting!!!

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In Whose Image? ( for 6-12th grade youth (girls AND guys) & parents, coaches, teachers)
How we see ourselves and media’s Impact on the definition of beauty for 6-12th grade youth (girls AND guys) & parents.
This class will examine the media and societal influences that have an impact on how we see ourselves. Together we will explore how we can take a more active and informed view of what we see, hear, and experience. We will look to God’s Word and discover in Ephesians 2:10 who He created us to be – creatures in our Creator’s image – masterpieces cherished by our loving God.
(May 1, 2013, 7-8:30 p.m - Room 143-145 - Cost: Free)
To register for THIS class email Jim Bargmann by April 24, 2013

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NEW FAMILY LIFE RESOURCES!

Families in Faith Mobile App

Integrating our faith into our daily lives is an important step in passing the faith on to our children. The Families in Faith mobile app gives parents tools, ideas, and conversation starters right in the palm of their hands. Designed for iPhone, iPad, and Android platforms by Dr. Joel Dietrich (LCMS-DCE and FFPN trainer), this app is loaded with content to help parents pass the faith on to their children. AND ITS FREE!

Here is a link for more info:
Learn about the Families in Faith Mobile app here >

Here's the link to download the app . . . Get the Families in Faith App! >

Thriving Family

The bimonthly magazine, the mobile app, and the website

This resource helps families thrive in Christ, offering reliable and time-tested solutions, practical advice and sensible marriage and parenting guidance. Whether in print, online, or on-the-go,Thriving Family encourages, teaches and celebrates God's design for the family and inspires people to be better parents and spouses. The primary audience for Thriving Family is married parents with children (ages 0–18) at home. They also have content for single parents, blended families and extended families. They address military, adoptive and special-needs families as well as other unique family situations. Thriving Family equips married parents with a biblical worldview, helps them navigate contemporary issues and inspires families to thrive — all from a strong Christian foundation.

Thriving Family is a ministry of Focus on the Family.

Learn more at www.thrivingfamily.com >

Splink

A Splink is a SIMPLE way to LINK your family together spiritually. Splink is a FREE weekly email packed with ideas to help connect your family. Splinks are creative ways of interacting with your children through the use of faith talks, devotional starters and ideas for family time. Splinks can also help you use teachable moments to pass along spiritual truths and life lessons while making memories or just having fun together.

Splink is a ministry of D6 Family.

Check it out at: www.d6family.com

Right from the Start: A Parent's Guide to the Young Child's Faith Development By Shirley Morgenthaler

Right form the Start helps you discover how young children learn and the countless ways your interactions teach about God and His love. In addition, Morgenthaler offers new information about brain development and worship and an extensive resource list. Appropriate for individual use, discussion material in each chapter expands Right from the Start for a group setting.
Available from Concordia Publishing House or contact Mary Bloebaum

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