Teleios

Hey, Teleios listeners! This season of Teleios, we're doing deeper dives into John's, Cara's, and Andrew's stories. These are more of a storytelling format but we also hope you can glean some good encouragement, truth, and even advice as you help make disciplemakers of the next generation. Today we get interview our very own Cara Schuck and hear her share her story! This is the second installment of a two-part episode, so if you haven't listened to part 1, go back and listen now! Car...

01-18

32:29

Hey, Teleios listeners! This season of Teleios, we're doing deeper dives into John's, Cara's, and Andrew's stories. These are more of a storytelling format but we also hope you can glean some good encouragement, truth, and even advice as you help make disciplemakers of the next generation. Today we get interview our very own Cara Schuck and hear her share her story! This is the first installment of a two-part episode, so be sure to subscribe so you don't miss part two! Cara Sch...

01-10

44:41

This season of Teleios, we're doing deeper dives into John's, Cara's, and Andrew's stories. These are more of a storytelling format but we also hope you can glean some good encouragement, truth, and even advice as you help make disciplemakers of the next generation. Today we get interview our very own Andrew Kemp and hear him share his story! This is the second instalment of a two-part episode, so be sure to listen to part one first. Andrew Kemp: akemp@gracepres.org www.gr...

12-08

50:08

This season of Teleios, we're doing deeper dives into John's, Cara's, and Andrew's stories. These are more of a storytelling format but we also hope you can glean some good encouragement, truth, and even advice as you help make disciplemakers of the next generation. Today we get interview our very own Andrew Kemp and hear him share his story! This is the first of a 2 part episode, so be sure to tune in next week to hear how it concludes. Andrew Kemp: akemp@gracepres.org Therefo...

11-16

52:04

We're starting this season by doing deeper dives into John's, Cara's, and Andrew's stories. These are more of a storytelling format but we also hope you can glean some good encouragement, truth, and even advice as you help make disciplemakers of the next generation. In "John's Story Part 2", John shares more about his years working in the youth ministry. Where it was, how it's changed, and where we are now. www.gracepres.org/student Generation Z Packet, including the youth ministry v...

11-15

22:31

We're starting this season by doing deeper dives into John's, Cara's, and Andrew's stories. These are more of a storytelling format but we also hope you can glean some good encouragement, truth, and even advice as you help make disciplemakers of the next generation. In "John's Story Part 1", John shares his story from birth up through college, focusing on questions of identity and how God was at work throughout his story. www.gracepres.org/student Generation Z Packet, including the y...

11-05

29:01

In this episode, we interview Dan Learned, Central Illinois Area Director for Youth for Christ, elder at Grace, and long-time student ministry leader and advocate. Dan and Carol have 4 kids with the youngest in college currently. Dan has a passion for helping families develop their students well as they near high school graduation. With so many options available, so much external pressure, and quite often, so many internal expectations, it is very difficult to find the wis...

05-11

51:06

In this episode, we talk with John's wife, Beth, who is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who worked at Christian Psychological Associates for 13 years and now has her own practice, Bethany Vanne Counseling , is a mother of 3, and has served in the student ministry as a volunteer over much of the last 10+ years. We discuss Beth's observations on mental health trends she's been noticing lately and spend time on teen's emotional and mental health as well as parent's proactive and resp...

03-22

42:57

In this episode of Teleios, we interview our dear and long-time friend Darin Ballard, who has served in the Boys Brigade and Student Ministry for 30 years at Grace!He tells great tales of youth ministry past and we also have a great time getting to talk about what kind of things never really change in youth ministry and how we can best come alongside you parents out there. You'll love this episode! Enjoy!

03-02

38:38

In this episode, we talk with Heather Quiroz, a youth ministry leader, new mom, and author of the book, First Century Youth Ministry – Exploring our Jewish Roots to reclaim Discipleship. We are excited to share our conversation about how relationships, ministry, and ultimately God’s word draws students to the truth of Jesus and to grow in maturity to be like him! To learn more about Heather’s ministry check out https://firstcenturyyouthministry.com/ Youth are Yotzrim (Podcast): https:/...

03-01

33:35

In this episode, we talk with one of our ministry's mentor parents and shepherding elder Jeff Ringenberg. Jeff has had a long time influence on youth through his work at Youth for Christ as well as all of his investment with families at Grace. He shares wisdom from his years of personal and professional experience and failures and gives great insights for all parents to think about. We also discuss the Paul Tripp parenting class that Jeff has led a number of times. Resource...

12-15

34:16

In this episode, we interview Sgt. Josh Kober who has been on the police force for 12 years and is also a believer who attends Grace with his family. We discuss what it's like for him to be a police officer, especially in light of this past summer's unrest and anti-police sentiment. We hope it encourages you as you engage your kids and help them strive to continue to see things in a fair and balanced way.

11-24

35:23

In this episode we sit down with our long time disciple making friend, Bill Allison, to talk about what discipleship looks like at home with our families! Resources: What Does It Look Like to Follow Jesus Together as a Family… http://bit.ly/2kKhZNM The Disciplemaking Dad… http://bit.ly/KnTHS7 Just for Fun: A Parenting Strategy NOT Endorsed by Focus on the Family… http://bit.ly/14Zg8WS Bill Allison’s Blog: www.CupOJoewithBill.com Cadre Missionaries: www.CadreMissionaries.com Bill’...

11-04

34:09

In this episode, we get to talk with Leah Nieman, mom of two, speaker, blog writer, and host of the podcast "Tech Talk for Parents"!Leah's Website:https://leahnieman.com/Tech Talk for Parents (podcast):https://leahnieman.com/podcasts/

11-04

32:30

In this episode, we interview Becca Eller, former student, current teacher, and known by many for her awesome YouTube channel, FarAwayDistance!