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October 26, 2017October 26, 2017 justynsmith2 Comments

A Parent’s Response to Disney’s Andi Mack

The Walt Disney Company recently announced that one of their most popular shows, Andi Mack, will include a storyline in which one of its main characters discovers he is gay. In the season premiere, a middle school boy named Cyrus finds he has romantic feelings for a male friend named Jonah. Over the next several…

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January 9, 2017January 9, 2017 justynsmith1 Comment

Top Parenting Book Recommendations

I’m often asked what my top recommendation for parenting books are. I have a few favorites for different reasons. I hope if you are ever in need of a great resource that these recommendations will help: Don’t Miss It: Parent every week like it counts by Reggie Joiner and Kristen Ivy This is a very…

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February 26, 2016February 26, 2016 justynsmithLeave a comment

Why We Do Easter Eggs

One of the many things I really appreciated about my Christian parents growing up is that we had a lot of fun. I love that we were able to trick-or-treat during Halloween, open presents from Santa on Christmas, trade valentines on Valentines Day and search for Easter eggs and baskets on Easter morning. Don’t worry—we…

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February 2, 2016 justynsmithLeave a comment

White As Snow Devo

Hey parents! Don’t waste a snow day. Talk about God’s love. Check out this video for some help. -Justyn

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May 14, 2015 justynsmithLeave a comment

Kids Worth Fighting For

Are our kids worth fighting for? I’m imagining everyone reading this saying a resounding, “Yes, of course!” Imagine sending a soldier out to war without armor, without weapons and no communication devices. Not just sending him out to war, but expecting victory. Imagine that warrior coming home beat up and wounded. There would be no…

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October 23, 2013 justynsmith3 Comments

Lights Out On Halloween

Because I work with kids and teenagers, it’s this time every year that I am asked a version of the following question: “Is trick-or-treating okay?” -or- “Do you celebrate Halloween?” Allow me to explain what we do as a family. First, I understand every family has convictions and I’m by no means demanding that you…

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July 15, 2013July 15, 2013 justynsmith1 Comment

Social Media Week: KidMin 1/5

I’m often thinking and reflecting on social media and what my desired outcome is as a family pastor. I definitely seek out the “experts”, but also keep in mind those “experts” in social media are only eight years old at the most. Although, saying that, there are a few things that I have picked up…

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March 28, 2012 justynsmithLeave a comment

Angry Words Is Coming!

Parents, here’s the promo to our new Family Experience starting Wednesdays at 7pm. Invite your neighbors and friends. It’s an experience for the entire family! [vimeo clip_id=”39390908″] Get the word out and we’ll see you April 4th! -PJ

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March 7, 2012March 7, 2012 justynsmithLeave a comment

Generosity and Kids

(The graphic above is what we gave each parent so they could talk about generosity with their children at home.) Here is a video we put together showing the generous hearts of children. Our church is on a two-year generosity journey and it was amazing to see children lead the way. Obviously, most children do…

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January 31, 2012 justynsmithLeave a comment

How We Don’t View Child Dedications

We have determined in our hearts and with our actions at South Hills that child dedications will no longer be just in passing during a weekend service. Instead, it will be met with great expectation from the parents and celebrated with family and friends. Traditionally, child dedications are done during a normal weekend church service….

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