Everyday ideas for learning about and living out the way of Jesus in your progressive Christian family.
Please enjoy this bonus episode, recorded live from the EDOLA Convention October 24-25, 2025. In this breakout session, Grace addresses how churches can become what they are meant to be - a family of God, not a collection of programs.
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So You Want to Build A Pray-ground?
Welcoming Families in your bulletin
EDOLA Parish Grant Application
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Cir...You know how the clocks are about to change and the season is finally getting cooler? Lauren and Grace talk about how we can live naturally according to seasons instead of the clock.
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Sacred Seasons by Danielle Hitchen
A Homemade Year by Jerusalem Jackson Greer
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how everything is in full swing right now- school, activities, church, holidays? Lauren and Grace discuss how we parents can practice self-care in the midst of our busy lives.
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St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know when crazy stuff happens in the world and somehow people start confusing politics and faith? Lauren and Grace are joined by ELCA pastor Rev. Laura Stephenson to discuss how we can protect our kids from those influences.
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Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how people talk about having quality family time? Lauren and Grace explore how we can do that at home without always having to spend money. They are full of tips and suggestions for family movie nights and family game nights!
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how the Belonging Box ships out tomorrow? Lauren and Grace explore their favorite things about this new box!
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how the fall brings about the St. Francis blessing of pets and then All Saint's Day? Lauren and Grace explore how to know who the saints are and how we can celebrate them in our home.
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Historic St. Luke's (St. Francis Joseph-Gaudet National Shrine)
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsJoin Lauren and Grace as they talk with their coworker, the Rev. Canon Morgan MacIntire about Enneagram types and how understanding our own personality can help us be a better parent.
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The Essential Enneagram by David Daniels and Virginia Price
The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective by Richard Rohr and Andreas Ebert
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good News
You know how we are called to proclaim the good news in the world through our actions? Lauren and Grace explore what can this look like with kids.
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how we have that fun activity in the Scripture Box that helps us relate to our Jewish brothers and sisters? How can we do better in those relationships?
Lauren and Grace welcome Ellie Streiffer, a Jewish mom friend, for insight and education about how to be better and more respectful friends.
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how confidence and success in life really start with our inner monologue? Grace and Lauren explore how we can enhance our kids' inner monologues. Join them to look for sources to form that monologue including saints and scriptures.
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know when something is happening and your kids look to you to know how to react? Lauren and Grace talk about how we can react and respond to our kids in a way that is helpful and healthy.
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The Yes Brain by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how school is starting up? Lauren and Grace discuss their favorite traditions and back to school hacks and fails!
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know when we tell our children that they can be a force for good in the world? Lauren and Grace welcome Heather Kenny to discuss how we help nurture and grow leadership skills in our children.
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how some quotes get stuck in your head? Since we're in the middle of the Scripture Box, join Grace as she quizzes Lauren on which quotes are actually from the Bible!
Can you beat Lauren?
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know when you try to talk to your kids but you only get one word answers? Lauren and Grace explore ways to connect and really talk with your kids.
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Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how all the studies show family mealtime leads to future success? Lauren and Grace dive into ideas of how to make family meals happen in our busy lives.
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Lauren's Book Recommendations:
Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne
The Spiritually Vibrant Home by Don Everts
Habits of the Household by Justin Whitman Earley
Belonging and Becoming: Creating a Thriving Family Culture by Mark and Lisa Scandrette
Enjoy a bonus episode from Bishop Shannon Duckworth where she and guest Rev. Ed Bacon explore the first of the baptismal promises.
Follow the Bishop's podcast channel: Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana.
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Episode Notes:
The Rev. Ed Bacon: edbacon.com
BOOKS
8 Habits of Love: Overcome Fear and Transform Your Life by Rev. Ed Bacon
Lifesigns: Intimacy, Fecundity, and Ecstasy in Christian Perspective by Henri Nouwen
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You know how we have a paid youth minister at our church? Why do they keep asking me to volunteer? Does my kid actually want me there?
Join Grace and Lauren to explore the ins and outs and whys of youth ministry!
Little Box of Good News Little Weekend of Good News Little Circle of Good NewsYou know how the Scripture Box is being shipped today? Lauren and Grace dive into what we can look forward to in it!
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