August 26 Parent News

Parent Newsletter

Contents

1. Tools for Parenting Teens
2. Learn Their Lingo
3. Movie Reviews
4. Links to Learn From
5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

1. Tools for Parenting Teens

From http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/

The Ten Commandments

Why talk about the Ten Commandments with your son or daughter? For one, our kids need to understand God’s standard for right and wrong in order to get how amazing His grace really is. The Ten Commandments is a good…
Read More:
http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/article/the_ten_commandments/

Featured Resource: The Space Between

The changes and challenges of adolescence can leave many parents feeling overwhelmed at times with fear, confusion, frustration, and a lack of understanding. But here you’ll find hope to help you understand and effectively parent your teen. Dr. Walt Mueller brings more than 30 years of adolescent research (and his own parenting experience) to help you through the tumultuous years of adolescence.

Receive 20% off The Space Between using coupon code RWPN107 by August 30th, 2009.

http://www.realworldparents.com/store/item/the_space_between/

2. Learn Their Lingo

BION = Text message short for, "Believe it or not."

RAWK! = RAWK is the slang spelling of ROCK, originally used by metal fans. 1) RAWK is used to express joy, as in a rallying cry. 2) It can also mean congratulations.

3. Movie Reviews for Parents

Post Grad

Students may be attracted to the stars in this cast, including Alexis Bledel (“Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,” “Gilmore Girls”) and Zach Davies (“Friday Night…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/post_grad/

Bandslam

“Bandslam” is one of the best-reviewed teen films in a long time, but it got killed at the box office its opening weekend. Thanks to…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/bandslam/

4. Links to Learn From

85% of those 18-23 who make a commitment to God did so before age 14 [Fuller Youth Institute]
http://fulleryouthinstitute.org/2009/08/the-85-statistic-is-back/

Why are coming of age movies about grown-ups now? [Washington Post]
http://www.mercurynews.com/movies/ci_13207099

Abercrombie & Fitch: Worst Recession Brand? [Time]
http://www.time.com/time/business/article/0,8599,1918160,00.html

5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

Within the covers of the Bible are the answers for all the problems men face.
- Ronald Reagan

August 19 Parent News

Parent Newsletter

Contents

1. Tools for Parenting Teens
2. Learn Their Lingo
3. Movie Reviews
4. Links to Learn From
5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

1. Tools for Parenting Teens

From http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/

Spiritual Confidence?

How convinced is your Christian child that they belong to the Father, that His love for them is absolute? It’s not unusual for Christian kids to experience a crisis of faith, especially those who trusted in Jesus for salvation at…
Read More:
http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/article/spiritual_confidence/

Featured Resource: The Space Between

The changes and challenges of adolescence can leave many parents feeling overwhelmed at times with fear, confusion, frustration, and a lack of understanding. But here you’ll find hope to help you understand and effectively parent your teen. Dr. Walt Mueller brings more than 30 years of adolescent research (and his own parenting experience) to help you through the tumultuous years of adolescence.

Receive 20% off The Space Between using coupon code RWPN107 by August 30th, 2009.

http://www.realworldparents.com/store/item/the_space_between/

2. Learn Their Lingo

good hang = Someone who is fun to hang out with

sloth-cloth = An old tee-shirt you wear while hanging around the house.

3. Movie Reviews for Parents

Bandslam

“Bandslam” is one of the best-reviewed teen films in a long time, but it got killed at the box office its opening weekend. Thanks to…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/bandslam/

The Time Traveler’s Wife

For a high-concept film with a delayed opening and mediocre reviews, “Wife” is doing okay at the box office. Those who have read Audrey Niffennegger’s…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/the_time_travelers_wife/

4. Links to Learn From

Gamers aren’t all teenage geeks [TG Daily]
http://www.tgdaily.com/content/view/43646/98/

Phys Ed: Does Exercise Reduce Your Cancer Risk? [New York Times]
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/08/18/phys-ed-does-exercise-reduce-your-cancer-risk/?hp

Longitudinal study investigates cocaine’s impact on adolescent development [Biotech News]
http://www.genengnews.com/news/bnitem.aspx?name=60851383

5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

They say that God is everywhere, and yet we always think of Him as somewhat of a recluse.
- Emily Dickinson

Big Canyon Music Festival

Big Canyon is a new Christian camp that is being built in Utah and they are hosting their second annual Music Festival on August 28 and 29. This is a great event and perfect for the whole family. For more information and for tickets visit BIG CANYON.

August 12 Parent News

Parent Newsletter

Contents

1. Tools for Parenting Teens
2. Learn Their Lingo
3. Movie Reviews
4. Links to Learn From
5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

1. Tools for Parenting Teens

From http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/

You’re Adopted

It’s not surprising that so many of the people involved in efforts to place children in adoptive families are Christians—or that a growing number of Christian parents are seeking to adopt children domestically and internationally. The idea of adoption is…
Read More:
http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/article/youre_adopted/

Featured Resource: The Space Between

The changes and challenges of adolescence can leave many parents feeling overwhelmed at times with fear, confusion, frustration, and a lack of understanding. But here you’ll find hope to help you understand and effectively parent your teen. Dr. Walt Mueller brings more than 30 years of adolescent research (and his own parenting experience) to help you through the tumultuous years of adolescence.

Receive 20% off The Space Between using coupon code RWPN107 by August 30th, 2009.

http://www.realworldparents.com/store/item/the_space_between/

2. Learn Their Lingo

JW = Text message short code for "Just Wondering"

Go Primative = Instead of texting, instant messaging, or Facebook wall posts, this refers to an actual face-to-face conversation.

3. Movie Reviews for Parents

G.I. Joe: The Rise of the Cobra

“G.I. Joe” is another summer blockbuster where parents (okay, dads) are as likely to have grown up playing with the toys and watching the cartoons…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/g.i._joe_the_rise_of_the_cobra/

Julie & Julia

I’d guess not many kids will know who Julia Child was, but more and more kids are getting into creative cooking and eating. (Thanks, Food…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/julie_julia/

4. Links to Learn From

Many U.S. Teens Share Medications [CBC}
http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2009/08/10/prescription-drug-sharing-teens.html

What Parents Think Teens Are Doing Online [LA Times]
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2009/08/teens-on-social-networks.html

Helping Homeless Youth Succeed [Chicago Tribune]
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/letters/chi-090811hamann_briefs,0,1850272.story

5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

What is a home without children? Quiet.
- Henny Youngman

Habitat for Humanity

On Tuesday and Wednesday (August 11 & 12) we are serving with Habitat for Humanity and we need your help.

Here are the details:

Meet @ GSLC at 8:30 am on Tuesday and/or Wednesday ready to work (work clothes, shoes/boots, and gloves)

Return to GSLC at 3:45 pm

Bring a sack lunch and a water bottle (we will bring a cooler)

If you are able to attend either or both days I need you to let me know in advance because all participants must complete a "Volunteer Application" and bring it with you. This is a great project and an awesome way to serve our community. Please consider attending one or both of these days of service.

Project open to the first 12 people to sign up (must be at least 16 years old).

If you have any questions just get in touch with me (ffej@gslc.net or 801.910.1531)

August 6 Parent News

Parent Newsletter

Contents

1. Tools for Parenting Teens
2. Learn Their Lingo
3. Movie Reviews
4. Links to Learn From
5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

1. Tools for Parenting Teens

From http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/

Powerful Temptations

Have you noticed that every corner of the entertainment landscape is crawling with vampire stories? Many students are knee-deep in the craze. What makes vampires so alluring for the moment? In part, it has to do with the gut-level issues…
Read More:
http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/article/powerful_temptations/

Featured Resource: The Space Between

The changes and challenges of adolescence can leave many parents feeling overwhelmed at times with fear, confusion, frustration, and a lack of understanding. But here you’ll find hope to help you understand and effectively parent your teen. Dr. Walt Mueller brings more than 30 years of adolescent research (and his own parenting experience) to help you through the tumultuous years of adolescence.

Receive 20% off The Space Between using coupon code RWPN107 by August 30th, 2009.

http://www.realworldparents.com/store/item/the_space_between/

2. Learn Their Lingo

REHI = Text message or Instant message for, "Hello again."

Take a digger = Commonly used to describe an ungraceful fall.

3. Movie Reviews for Parents

Aliens in the Attic

It’s not a hardcore message movie, but “Aliens in the Attic” does reveal some worldview ideas that kids are likely to notice. Those include the…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/aliens_in_the_attic/

G-Force

None of the worldview perspectives in this cute-but-forgettable kids’ movie dig very deep, but the “G-Force” team does live in a world of values worth…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/g-force/

4. Links to Learn From

One in 10 High School Seniors Have Used Narcotic Painkillers [U.S. News and World Report]
http://health.usnews.com/articles/health/healthday/2009/08/03/one-in-10-high-school-seniors-have-used-narcotic.html

Millions of Children In U.S. Found to Be Lacking Vitamin D [Washington Post]
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/08/02/AR2009080202114.html

Too much TV time bad for kids’ blood pressure [Rueters]
http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSTRE5725UV20090803

5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

Mother, life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get. Your life, on the other hand, is like this box of active grenades!
- Family Guy

August 3 Parent News

Parent Newsletter

Contents

1. Tools for Parenting Teens
2. Learn Their Lingo
3. Movie Reviews
4. Links to Learn From
5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

1. Tools for Parenting Teens

From http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/

Why Church?

You’ve likely read the alarming stats that as many as 80 percent of teens leave the evangelical church and don’t come back. Honestly, that’s a hard number to pin down, but it’s fair to say most churched teens end up…
Read More:
http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/article/why_church/

Featured Resource: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Teenagers in Crisis

Fights at school, sexual abuse, eating disorders, school crises … the list goes on and on. Hardly a day passes without a local crisis at involving junior highers or high schoolers. This practical resource covers the whole continuum of private and public crisis, equipping parents to work with their kids to deal with any crisis in a way that helps the individual and helps the family stay intact.

Receive 20% off A Parent’s Guide to Helping Teenagers in Crisis using coupon code RWPN106 by July 31st, 2009.

http://www.realworldparents.com/store/item/a_parents_guide_to_helping_teenagers_in_crisis/

2. Learn Their Lingo

PBB = Text message or Instant message, short for "Parent Behind Back"

Man Cave = A room, space, corner or area of a dwelling that is specifically reserved for a male person to be in a solitary condition, away from the rest of the household in order to work, play, involve himself in certain hobbies, activities without interruption.

3. Movie Reviews for Parents

Aliens in the Attic

It’s not a hardcore message movie, but “Aliens in the Attic” does reveal some worldview ideas that kids are likely to notice. Those include the…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/aliens_in_the_attic/

G-Force

None of the worldview perspectives in this cute-but-forgettable kids’ movie dig very deep, but the “G-Force” team does live in a world of values worth…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/g-force/

4. Links to Learn From

Counseling 101: How do I get my teen to go to therapy? [Examiner.com]
http://www.examiner.com/x-12730-SF-Teen-Issues-Examiner~y2009m7d28-Counseling-101-How-to-I-get-my-teen-to-go-to-therapy

Even the School Janitor Can Play a Role [Health News Digest]
http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/Education_390/Even_the_School_Janitor_Can_Play_a_Role.shtml

“No Doubt” Sunbeds Cause Cancer [BBC]
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8172690.stm

5. A Little Encouragement...And Humor

Fear less, hope more; whine less, breathe more; talk less, say more; hate less, love more; and all good things are yours.
- Swedish Proverb