Gateway Podcast: Episode 40

You can listen to or watch Gateway Podcast Episode 40 here.

Questions/topics addressed in this episode:

(NOTE: Timestamps are for video version only.) 

* We have a special guest with us for this episode...Becca Green is our Director of Next Gen ministries here at Gateway. 

What was your experience with church growing up? (3:35) 

Kids sitting in church is really nothing new – people have been bringing their kids with them to worship for centuries. As a parent, what are your thoughts on bringing your kids with you to the worship service? (9:50)

What are some reasons you would encourage parents to bring kids to worship with them? (12:00) 

My kids won't understand anything from the sermon, why should parents consider bringing their kids with them into worship? (13:35)

One of the big concerns parents have is their children distracting others, what tips do you have for those parents who are concerned about how their kids will behave and are worried that their kids may be a distraction for others? (17:40)

How will I get my kids to sit still and listen for a whole hour? (21:30)

Why should my kids go to church with me when there is a class specifically for their age/grade level? (25:30)

If I bring my kids to church with me, won't they miss out on being in relationships with other kids their age or the opportunity to make Christian friends through Kidway or the middle school class? (29:35)

Any resources for further study on this topic? (30:45)

What are some resources for families to use as they disciple their kids at home? (32:00) 

Final Thought (35:00)