What impacts the spiritual growth of children in our family and church? Join Ed and Amy as they have Dr Sarah Holmes as their guest. Sarah's research shows us the problems facing Churches and families coming out of the lockdown, and some exciting ways forward. Join the team as they find joy that the Bible's principles for families are true.People: Ed Drew - Director of Faith in KidsAmy Smith - Writer for Faith in KidsDr Sarah Holmes - has worked at Liverpool Hope University since 2015, teaching Early Childhood Studies and researching children's faith, spirituality and issues surrounding faith nurture. Her PhD looked at how faith may be most effectively nurtured in the home context.  Following completion of that in 2018, she continues to be passionate about researching and supporting those nurturing children's faith. She is married with four children and lives on the Wirral. Follow her on Twitter: @FaithNurturing.Links:Link to the ReportPremier ArticleIf you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at [email protected]. We won't read out your emails on the podcast if you don't want us to, but we'd love to hear your stories and feedback.  We would love to speak to some families or share your stories on social media, be brave and get in touch!Support the show (http://www.faithinkids.org)These podcasts are only possible because of the faithful generosity of our supporters and listeners. Faith in Kids exists because people like you give generously. If you've enjoyed listening, you share our passion for the Gospel to be shared with children and for them to be raised in faith. Will you support us financially? For the cost of a cup of coffee per month, you could enable Faith in Kids to reach more parents, churches, and ultimately, children for Christ. Click here.  (http://Faithinkids.org and select 'donate' or go to Stewardship)Explore the Christmas Build-Up here:christmasbuildup.faithinkids.orgSound Effect by Krzysztof Szymanski from PixabaySupport the show

Released on 23 Feb 2022