Parenting

Browse articles offering practical, biblical guidance for pastors. From spiritual leadership to personal well-being, our prayer is that you’ll find both encouragement and the tools you need to thrive in your ministry journey.
Mother in front of church on Mother's Day, holding flowers
Mothering and The Mission of the Church
Jon Saunders
a pastor walks hand-in-hand with his wife and two children, understanding that this first ministry is to his family; they're wearing white outfits and strolling through a field at golden hour
5 Reasons Your First Ministry is to Your Family
Daniel Stegeman
Two young girls who are friends sit together in a field picking flowers.
Helping Pastor’s Kids Navigate Loss of Friendships When Things Change
Tim Witmer
a pastor holding his young daughter as they look at the ocean together
Helping Your Pastor Husband Minister to Your Children
Caroline Newheiser
A pastor's wife fills out her planner as new year approaches, intending to redeem her days for the Lord.
Redeeming Your Days
Katie Faris
a pastor walks with his two pk children in a field
Shepherding Your PK Through Doubt
Abby Jo Thompson
a pastor's daughter struggling with fear walks through a field of wheat at golden hour
Fearful PK, Faithful God
Abby Jo Thompson
a dad carries his pastor's kid with a kite on his shoulders as they walk through a meadow at golden hour
7 Reasons I'm Thankful for My Pastor Dad
Barnabas Piper
A photo of a grandmother and a grandfather reading a Bible with their grandkids. The body of Christ includes all ages with their gifts and abilities. Let's consider the importance of the grandparents among us.
Ideas to Encourage the Grandparents in Your Congregation
Caroline Newheiser
A homeschooling mom works with her young son on a lesson. It's back-to-school time. Or, in our case, it's back-to-homeschool. There's much to do, and it's good to remember why we do it all—for God's glory.
Back to Homeschool
Katie Faris
A photo of a fathers teaching his son to ride a bike down a road lined with trees.
What the Church Needs to Teach Fathers
Alex Montoya
Dad with two kids walking through a field
Four Lies Pastors Are Tempted to Believe About Fatherhood
Katie Faris