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At Real Life Church, our heart is to continue building strong, thriving family ministries by providing opportunities for parents to grow in their knowledge, confidence, and approach to raising their children. Parenting isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone! We are here to support families with resources, encouragement, and prayer as they navigate the unique and ever-changing journey of raising kids—from childhood to pre-teen, teen, and young adult years. 


We truly believe that every parent has the ability to learn, grow, and build a spiritually healthy, loving, and thriving foundation for their children’s growth. That’s why we’re excited to release a book in each parenting stage—though there are no rules on who can read what, we encourage you to begin in the stage that you are currently in. This is just the beginning of our commitment to the next generation, offering inspiring and practical Christian literature designed to equip and empower parents with the tools they need to navigate their parenting journey with confidence and faith.


Please feel free to reach out to Pastor Josh Ambrose for more information or questions.

This month's Featured resources

For the month of August, see the featured books for parents below selected my Family Pastor Josh and Pastor Taylor!

PARENTS WITH KIDs

Parenting young children can be tough, whether it’s your first or third. We recommend starting with "The Five Love Languages of Children" — because God made every child uniquely special with their own love language.



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PARENTS WITH TEENS

Parenting teens can feel like navigating unique terrain. We recommend starting with "The Soul of Shame"— a deep dive into how humans process shame and what to do with it, something often experienced in the teen years.



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PARENTING & MARRIAGE

Parenting in general — and even marriage or single parenting—are such crucial seasons of life. We want to support parents in whatever season they’re in. We believe "Keep Your Love On" is a fantastic starting point for marriage, parenting, or navigating life as a single parent.



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Check out parent resources for your child(ren)'s age group below


  • Ages 0 - 35

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  • Ages 3 - 4

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    (Pre-K & Kindergarten)

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  • Ages 7 - 11 Years

    (1st - 5th grades)

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  • AGES 12 - 14 YEARS

    (Middle School)

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  • Ages 15 - 18 Years

    (High School) 

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  • Parents-to-be, current parents of students, & empty-nesters

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For marriages of parents-to-be, 

current parents of students, and empty-nesters

Are you newly married and hoping to start a family, already have kids at home, or navigating life as empty-nesters?

Whatever your season, now is the perfect time to invest in your role as a spouse - laying a strong foundation for your marriage so you can be the best parent possible in any season. Explore these resources below to help build, maintain, and navigate a healthy, thriving marriage.

Guppies

The recommended resources below are for parents of children ages 0 - 36 months.

  • Discover enjoyable, budget-friendly family activities that are perfect for both the outdoors and indoors. Many can be enjoyed year-round, but here are a few quick seasonal ideas to help your family connect throughout the year.


    Spring

    Nature Walks & Parks

    Farmers Markets

    • Local markets open in spring across all cities
    • Mary Olson Farm (Auburn): Historic farm with animals and seasonal events

    At-Home Fun

    • Prayer Walk in Nature: Take a walk outdoors, pausing to thank God for signs of new life and pray for neighbors or friends you pass.
    • Resurrection Eggs: Use plastic eggs filled with symbols of the Easter story to retell Jesus’ death and resurrection as a family.
    • Decorate Gratitude Umbrellas: On a rainy day, decorate umbrellas with words and pictures of God’s blessings, reminding everyone of His love and provision
    • Create Garden Stones: Make personalized garden stones inscribed with “New life in Jesus!” to celebrate the resurrection and place them in your yard
    • Acts of Kindness Night: Brainstorm and plan ways to serve others as a family - for example, write cards, plan a donation, or pray for specific people.



    Summer

    Outdoor Water Play & Parks

    Festivals & Outdoor Events

    Science & Nature

    Fishing Events

    At-Home Fun

    • Outdoor Worship Night: Gather in the backyard for singing worship songs, reading psalms, and sharing testimonies of God’s faithfulness.
    • Bible Verse Scavenger Hunt: Hide Bible verses around the yard or park and have kids find and read them aloud, discussing what each means.
    • Service Project Day: Volunteer as a family at a local food bank or clean up a park, reflecting on serving others as Jesus did.
    • Picnic & Parables: Enjoy a picnic and take turns reading and acting out favorite parables of Jesus.
    • Creation Art in the Park: Use leaves, flowers, and stones to make temporary art, celebrating God’s creativity and discussing Genesis


    Fall

    Harvest Festivals & Pumpkin Patches

    Art & Craft Activities

    Scenic Walks

    At-Home Fun

    • Thankfulness Tree: Make a tree from paper or branches; throughout the season, add leaves labeled with things you’re thankful God has provided.
    • Harvest Blessing Baskets: Assemble baskets with food or treats and deliver them to neighbors or those in need, practicing generosity.
    • Bible Story Pumpkin Carving: Carve or paint pumpkins with Christian symbols (cross, fish, hearts) and talk about their meaning.
    • Family Devotion Bonfire: Gather around a fire pit to share s’mores, read Scripture, and pray for each other and your community.
    • Bible Story Snack Night: Prepare snacks that connect to Bible stories (e.g., animal crackers for Noah’s Ark, fish-shaped cookies for the feeding of the 5,000) and read the related passage.


    Winter

    Indoor Play & Museums

    Library & Community Center Events

    • Nature Story Time (Renton): Free themed story times at Family First Community Center
    • Free Drop-in Activities (Seattle): Seattle community centers offer sports, crafts, and more
    • Lowe’s Free Kids’ Workshops: Monthly DIY projects to build at home (or in-store!)

    Holiday Events

    • Snowflake Lane (Bellevue): free Christmas parade of holiday floats, dancing and music every night starting at 7p November 28 - December 24


    At-Home Fun
    • Gratitude Garland: Make a paper chain or garland, writing something you’re thankful for (from God or about each other) on each link.
    • Hot Cocoa & Testimony Night: Enjoy hot chocolate while each family member shares a story of how they’ve seen God’s love or faithfulness.
    • Cookie Decorating for a Cause: Decorate cookies, package them, and deliver to a fire station, police station, or our unhoused neighbors practicing service and kindness.
    • Christian Movie Night: Watch a faith-based film such as “The Prince of Egypt” or “VeggieTales,” then discuss the biblical lessons together. 
    • Noah’s Ark Challenge: Construct an “ark” using blankets, pillows, or cardboard, then read the story of Noah and talk about obedience and faith.
    • Worship & Praise Dance Party: Turn on worship music and have a dance party, celebrating joy and gratitude together.

  • Check back here by Lifegroup Season! 

  • We understand that today's culture is everywhere, especially in the TV shows and movies our kids are watching. We encourage you to research for yourself, for your own family, what TV shows and movies are appropriate. You can use these sites below for reviews on today's TV shows and movies so you can make well-informed decisions for your family. 






    For a balanced perspective, check out Common Sense Media reviews that Christian parents use alongside faith-based review sites: 



    Below is a list of TV shows and movies that offer age-appropriate entertainment that reflect our Christian values. 
    We understand that every family is unique, so we encourage you to explore these options and choose what feels right for your own household.

    The Garden Cartoon

    VeggieTales

    Boz the Bear

    Wandering Wyatt

    Hermie & Friends

    Friends and Heroes

    Bugtime Adventure

    Owelgories


    Not finding these TV shows or movies on your typical streaming platforms? Try purchasing one of these recommended faith-based streaming platforms where you can find many of these TV shows, movies, and more! 


    Patch the Pirate

    Minno

    Yippee TV

    PureFlix

    RightNow Media

Bubblebees

The recommended resources below are for parents of children ages 3 - 4 years.

butterflies

The recommended resources below are for parents of children ages 5 - 6 years or preschoolers and kindergarteners.

Elementary

The recommended resources below are for parents of children ages 7 - 11 years or 1st - 5th graders.

UD Mid

The recommended resources below are for parents of children ages 12 - 14 years or 6th - 8th graders.

UD

The recommended resources below are for parents of children ages 15 - 18 years or 9th - 12th graders.

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  • UNDIVIDED (UD) Youth, for middle school and high school students, meets at Real Life Church every Sunday at 6:30 PM in the main sanctuary. 

    Breakfast Club, for just high school students, meets every first Sunday morning during first service in Auditorium 2. 


    For more info on UD events and for ways to connect and serve, check out the Youth page. 

QUESTIONS?

Feel free to contact us with any questions about the books, content, or more resources by emailing josh@reallifechurch.com