Marty Machowski is a Family Life Pastor at Covenant Fellowship Church in Glen Mills, Pa. He is the author of the book, Darkest Night Brightest Day.

Pastoring Gen Z, the Smart Phone Generation

Caring for this generation and helping them cope with their anxieties is one of the greatest pastoral challenges of the twenty-first century.
Marty Machowski
Aug 29, 2025

Helping Families Train Kids for Biblical Friendship

As a pastor, I’ve had many families come to me about conflicts or challenges involving their child’s friendships. These often come with their concerns about a friend who may be
Marty Machowski
Aug 13, 2025

Help Families Get a Fresh Start with Family Devotions This Fall

The new school year provides an opportunity to remind parents to remember the spiritual education of their children. We can help families restart family devotions and make the back-to-school season
Marty Machowski
Aug 5, 2025

A Little Help from James for the Angry Pastor Dad

Recognize that an eruption of anger is a plea for help. A hug and a prayer are far more effective than a short answer. Give your wife and children permission
Marty Machowski
Jun 30, 2025

Four Gospel Goals Every Pastor Should Pursue in Their Parenting

Parenting is heart-wrestling work, especially for families under the pressures of ministry. Pastors, remember the gospel in your parenting.
Marty Machowski
Jun 9, 2025

Equipping Parents to Teach Theology to Children

The church is a partner in discipling children When it comes to passing on the faith, the church is not a substitute for parents—but a vital partner. Scripture clearly places
Marty Machowski
Jun 2, 2025

Children’s Ministry is More than Babysitting

Here are three keys to help you ensure your children’s ministry will effectively help parents pass their faith onto the next generation.
Marty Machowski
Jan 24, 2025

Family Advent Devotional: The Virtues of Christmas Week 4

"For my eyes have seen your salvation that you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people
Marty Machowski
Dec 19, 2024

Family Advent Devotional: The Virtues of Christmas Week 3

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me
Marty Machowski
Dec 15, 2024

Family Advent Devotional: The Virtues of Christmas Week 2

“In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins” (1 John 4:10).
Marty Machowski
Dec 9, 2024

A Christmas Rest for a Weary Pastor

"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and
Marty Machowski
Dec 6, 2024

Family Advent Devotional: The Virtues of Christmas Week 1

"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life" (John 3:16).
Marty Machowski
Dec 2, 2024