Ed and Jam talk about those signs in shops going up which say 'Back to School', causing mixed feelings in both parents and children. If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at podcast@faithinkids.org . 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. Please prayerfully consider making a donation to the ministry of Faith in Kids. The Faith in Parents podcast is for parents who want to read the Bible w...
Aug 16, 2019•25 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Ed and Jam are travelling with Jesus to the beach! More fun facts fight off, cries of 'I want more' and wondering what would happen if Blackpool were taken over by sinister donkeys. We're in Matthew 13:14-21 when, spoilers, Jesus feeds 5000 men and their families until the crowd couldn't eat any more. Look at EXTREME PLANE LANDINGS at St Martin's beach! For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or ...
Aug 14, 2019•22 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Ed and Jam are travelling with Jesus to a posh house. More fun facts about weird houses, including tiny ones and one that's under water. And Jam reveals what he's really good at. It's a surprisingly useless skill. We're in Matthew 9:9-13 and thinking about Jesus eating with tax collectors. For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the show. Sketch...
Aug 07, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Ed and Jam are back with Sandy Galea who has been touring the UK with Ed, speaking and answering questions at The Big Day Out. Sandy is the Children's Minister at MBM , Sydney, Australia and the founder of Kidswise . In this episode, Ed and Jam talk to Sandy about giving children young people a heart for God's Word, for prayer and for the lost plus lots more besides. If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at podcast@faithinkids.org . We won't read out your emails on t...
Aug 02, 2019•28 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Ed and Jam are travelling with Jesus to a desert and some of Jam's fun facts blow Ed's mind. And a listener tells us about a campsite in Death Valley. We're in Matthew 4:1-11 and thinking about Jesus resisting temptation from the Devil. For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the show. Sketch performed by Iain Ridley & Anna Nicholson. Writte...
Jul 31, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Ed and Jam talk to Sandy Galea who has been touring the UK with Ed, speaking and answering questions at The Big Day Out. Sandy is the Children's Minister at MBM , Sydney, Australia and the founder of Kidswise . In this episode, Ed and Jam talk to Sandy about reading the Bible and praying with your children in the early years. If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at podcast@faithinkids.org . We won't read out your emails on the podcast if you don't want us to, but we...
Jul 25, 2019•34 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Ed and Jam are back for some summer fun, and some travels with Jesus. This time, they travel with Jesus to a river. The River Jordan, if you're asking. We're in Matthew 3:13-17 . Ed tells a dad joke. There's also a new feature: FUN FACTS FIGHT OFF! And Jam invents a new kebab called The Naga Fireballs with Extra Chilli Sauce. For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the p...
Jul 24, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 28
We're all going on a... summer holiday! No more worries for a week or two? Well, actually, you just take your problems on holiday with you. You're still the same person on holiday, unfortunately. Ed and Jam have an honest chat about holidays, and Ed has some top tips on getting our thinking right and how to make the most of these times together. Ed and Jam also mention the forthcoming new FAITH IN KIDS series, Travelling with Jesus. Stand by! If you have any questions or comments, please get in ...
Jul 17, 2019•23 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Ed talks with Dr Liz Jones from Lovewise again. This time, they talk about the way mums and dads relate to each other, and what happens beyond the age of eleven and what resources are available like LovewiseOnline . Ed says a couple of rude words. But it's all in context so it's fine. And Dr Liz warns against leaving it all to 'the experts'. The Lovewise website is HERE with all the resources. If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at podcast@faithinkids.org . We won'...
Jul 10, 2019•34 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Ed talks to Dr Liz Jones from Lovewise about talking to your children about sex, identity, growing up and all those issues that we'd often rather avoid. And then Jam and Ed reflect on that afterwards, and what birds and bees have to do with anything. Be advised there is a little bit of frank language and plain speaking. The Lovewise website is HERE with all the resources. If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at podcast@faithinkids.org . We won't read out your emails...
Jun 26, 2019•40 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Ed chats with Christian author, pastor and dad of two daughters, Tim Chester, who wrote Gospel-Centre Family with Ed Moll. Get that book right HERE . And then Ed talks about how fab Tim is, and Jam goes on about squeaky wheels. If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at podcast@faithinkids.org . 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. Please prayerfully consider making a donation to the mini...
Jun 12, 2019•40 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Jam and Ed talk about Ed's chat with his six year old friend Matthew about being afraid. If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at podcast@faithinkids.org . 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. Please prayerfully consider giving to the ministry of Faith in Kids. The Faith in Parents podcast is for parents who want to read the Bible with their kids, from toddlers to teens - and to see chu...
May 24, 2019•29 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Ed talks to Amy about her chat with Isla (6) about things that make her sad. There are tears, but also huge encouragements. Amy writes about this here - where you can also see an animated video of the conversation. Randy Alcorn: Heaven for Kids https://www.10ofthose.com/uk/products/20090/heaven-for-kids Lauren Chandler: Goodbye to Goodbyes: https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/goodbye-to-goodbyes If you have any questions or comments, please email us at podcast@faithinkids.org . Please prayerfully cons...
May 14, 2019•30 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Ed and Jam talk about scrolls, daft ways of flying and why you should get on your bike and make zooming noises - in the final episode of Season 1 of the podcast. This episode supports Day 32 He’s Gone We’re Still Happy - Luke 24v50-53 in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you hear...
May 07, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Ed and Jam talk about how things have been going, looking back to Word Alive (and A Turbulent Priest ) and looking ahead to the Big Day Out and Massive For Parents and Leaders . If you have any questions or comments, please email us at podcast@faithinkids.org . Please prayerfully consider giving to the ministry of Faith in Kids. The Faith in Parents podcast is for parents who want to read the Bible with their kids, from toddlers to teens - and to see churches resources and equipped for work with...
May 01, 2019•32 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Ed and Jam talk about cows, sheep, caterpillars and fisherman, and they coin a new phrase “Red Sky in the Day, Run Away.” This episode supports Day 31 You Must Tell People - (Luke 24v44-49) in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the show. Sketch performed by Anna Newcome ...
Apr 17, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Ed and Jam talk about shrimps, jousting and big surprises. Jam Reads The Bible and Ed Has Questions. Did you manage to lick your elbow? This episode supports Day 26 Nonsense - (Luke 24v9-12) in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the show. Sketch performed by Anna Newcome...
Apr 08, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Ed and Jam talk about big surprises, disastrous battles and defenestrations. Jam Reads The Bible and Joseph of Arimithea tries to get his money back on the tomb. This episode supports Day 25 He’s Gone - (Luke 24v1-8) in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the show. Sketch...
Apr 01, 2019•22 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Ed and Jam talk about how to stop sharks, hippos and bulls. Jam Reads The Bible, and we meet a spice seller who has his own views about Jesus being in a tomb. This episode supports Day 23 – Put In A Tomb (Luke 23: 50-56) in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the show. Sk...
Mar 26, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Ed and Jam talk about how we speak to children about death and judgement. Ed interviews Graham Daniels (aka Danno) from Christians in Sport . The blog post mentioned is here: http://www.faithinkids.org/blog/app/archive/2017-04/title/how-can-we-get-to-heaven-to-visit-auntie-chloe-supporting-a-grieving-child Ed accidentally direct people to John 11 and John 16 for great stories to help children cope with death. He mis-spoke. And meant to suggest John 11 and John 14:1-6. If you have any questions o...
Mar 26, 2019•39 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode, Ed and Jam talk about parenting crazy busy kids who get pulled in all kinds of directions, particularly because of sport. Ed interviews Graham Daniels (aka Danno) from Christians in Sport . We also had some lovely emails. Please email us at podcast@faithinkids.org . Please prayerfully consider giving to the ministry of Faith in Kids. The Faith in Parents podcast is for parents who want to read the Bible with their kids, from toddlers to teens. For more information on Faith in Ki...
Mar 19, 2019•40 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Ed and Jam talk about amazingly dangerous places. And the most dangerous place of ALL. Plus Jam Reads The Bible. And we try out a jaunty new theme tune. This episode supports Day 20 – Darkness and a Torn Curtain (Luke 23: 44-45) in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the ...
Mar 19, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Ed and Jam are back - and this time with an amazing new feature called Jam Reads The Bible. I know. Plus astounding stories of being saved just in time. Along with the greatest rescue of all. This episode supports Day 19 Saved Just in Time (Luke 23:39-43) in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the...
Mar 12, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This episode supports Day 16, Nailed to a Cross (Luke 23v32-43) in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . Ed’s QUESTIONS are: What are the different things that happen to Jesus in this passage? What did Jesus pray when he was being put on the cross? What would you have said? For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard...
Feb 19, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, Ed and Jam talk about the excitement - and challenges - of reading the Bible with pre-school children. The Faith in Parents podcast is for parents who want to read the Bible with their kids, from toddlers to teens. For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Please email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and prayerfully consider giving to the ministry of Faith in Kids. This episode features The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . Readi...
Feb 19, 2019•26 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode, Ed and Jam talk about some killer stats (see below for sources) - and they really are compelling. It may feel like we're fighting a losing battle, but actually parents and the Bible have far more influence on kids than you might think. So Christian parents can have confidence in their status as parents and their habit of opening the Bible with them. Turns out it works. Who knew? This is the Faith in Parents podcast for parents who want to read the Bible with their kids, from tod...
Feb 16, 2019•33 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the show. For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org This episode supports Day 13, I AM (Luke 22:66-23:1) in The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . Readings and sketches performed by Anna Nicholson and Ian Ridley. Sketches written by James Cary with Ed Drew. Song is called ‘Jesus is the Hero' by Michael J Tinker. Pro...
Feb 12, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and let us know what you think of the show. Or just tell us stuff, or the place where you heard the show. For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org This episode supports Day 10, Taken Away By Guards (Luke 22:47-54) on Page 39 of The Wonder of Easter which can be purchased at The Good Book Company . Readings and sketches performed by Anna Nicholson and Ian Ridley. Sketches written by James Cary with Ed Drew. Song is called ‘God is Bigger' by ...
Feb 05, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, Ed and Jam answer a listener question about letting your kids give the wrong answer in a study, before moving on to talk about reading the Bible with teenagers, finishing with a cracking interview father of two teens, Andrew Nicholls. This is the Faith in Parents podcast for parents who want to read the Bible with their kids, from toddlers to teens. For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Please email us at podcast@faithinkids.org and consider giving to the ...
Feb 05, 2019•38 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode, Ed and Jam talk to Amy, mother of four children who are quite close together in age. What challenges does that throw up in family Bible times, and what are some solutions? This is the Faith in Parents podcast for parents who want to read the Bible with their kids. Ed and Jam talk about how to keep going. For more information on Faith in Kids, go to Faithinkids.org Please email us at podcast@faithinkids.org The Wonder of Easter can be purchased at The Good Book Company . This epi...
Jan 29, 2019•37 min•Season 2Ep. 3
