In this episode of Thoughtful Thursdays Mike Elkins, Daniel Fernihough, Misty Hageman, and Nik Walborn continue a discussion on an online article titled "9 Steps to More Effective Parenting". They discuss whether they agree with the 9 steps, and share parenting wins, fails, and just plain funny stories that you might be able to relate to as a parent. In this "Part 2" episode we cover Steps 6-9.  Link to 9 Steps to More Effective Parenting https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/nine-steps.html 6. Make Communication a Priority 7. Be Flexible in Your Parenting Style 8. Show that Your Love is Unconditional 9. Know Your Own Needs and Limitations as a Parent

In this episode of Thoughtful Thursdays Mike Elkins, Daniel Fernihough, Misty Hageman, and Nik Walborn discuss an online article titled "9 Steps to More Effective Parenting". They discuss whether they agree with the 9 steps, and share parenting wins, fails, and just plain funny stories that you might be able to relate to as a parent. We weren't able to get through all 9, so in this episode we cover Steps 1-5 and next episode will be looking at Steps 6-9. Unfortunately we had a power issue with our camera while recording, which caused a loss of around 10 minutes of video footage in the middle of the episode.  Link to 9 Steps to More Effective Parenting https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/nine-steps.html Step 1: Boost Your Child's Self-Esteem Step 2: Catch Kids Being Good Step 4: Make Time For Your Kids Step 5: Be a Good Role Model

In this episode of Thoughtful Thursdays Mike Elkins, Daniel Fernihough, Cammie Short, and Nik Walborn discuss the "Staff DNA" (values) that shape and inform the culture of New Hope Community Church. As we can only cover 2-3 values per episode, this will be a multi-part series. Join us for an encouraging conversation and be challenged to ask yourself: "What are the values of my family?"

In this episode of Thoughtful Thursdays Mike Elkins, Daniel Fernihough, Cammie Short, and Nik Walborn discuss the "Staff DNA" (values) that shape and inform the culture of New Hope Community Church. As we can only cover 2-3 values per episode, this will be a multi-part series. Join us for an encouraging conversation and be challenged to ask yourself: "What are the values of my family?"

In this episode of Thoughtful Thursdays Mike Elkins, Daniel Fernihough, Cammie Short, and Nik Walborn discuss the "Staff DNA" (values) that shape and inform the culture of New Hope Community Church. As we can only cover 2-3 values per episode, this will be a multi-part mini series that will be added to in the future. Join us for an encouraging conversation and be challenged to ask yourself: "What are the values of my family?" Episode Resources: Crucial Conversations by Joseph Grenny and Kerry Patterson https://amzn.to/3y3gTQt Crucial Conversations GLS Video https://youtu.be/-dKYunkN0Bs The Brownie Experiment https://youtu.be/-dKYunkN0Bs?t=1148

In this episode Mike Elkins, Daniel Fernihough, Cammie Short, and Nik Walborn wrap up our sermon series, Travel Light with a discussion about  their faith journeys and have an honest conversation about how to stay on the path that God has for your life. Join us as we share some things from our personal lives and what God has been teaching us during this series. Watchman Nee https://amzn.to/3xNsog3 Spirit of the Disciplines https://amzn.to/3zxqvVR Conformed to His Image https://amzn.to/3zwr56p

In this episode Mike Elkins, Daniel Fernihough, Cammie Short, and Nik Walborn talk about our sermon series on mental health and what they have learned as we have tackled this topic. Join us as we share some things from our personal lives and what God has been teaching us during this series.    Check out HOLO HLTH: https://holohlth.com/

In this episode we jump into the topic of worship, we look at worship from King David, worship fails, and how we can better worship God on a daily basis. Join Jason Clarke, Alex Moss, Arminda Walborn and Nik Walborn as they discuss what it looks like to live a life of worship.

In this episode Mike Elkins, Daniel Fernihough, Cammie Short, and Nik Walborn talk about the new sermon series that we started called Anxious For Nothing which focuses on anxiety, depression, and mental health. Join us for an open, honest, and raw conversation about mental health, the church, and  some of the challenges that we have faced personally in our own lives. Submit a Prayer Request https://mynhcc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/4514 Sign up for Care https://mynhcc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/45484 Check out our new series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Qoxb_72Tqk

In this special podcast episode Niki Huard, Rhonda Owens, Cammie Short, and Nik Walborn talk about what it looks like share the gospel in our own backyard and have a heartfelt discussion about Lifewise Academy, an incredible gospel opportunity coming to Bryan City Schools.   Lifewise Academy Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/lifewiseacademybryan Lifewise Community Interest  Email Sign Up  https://www.lifewiseacademy.org/nearlaunch/3904367/bryan-city?fbclid=IwAR0fpvIHsba3xV4X1E8_ifgelNRaMURn-eaHQpt-5equ4v98INYHPxj8C-4