Helpful Links
Below are some resources we've found helpful in tackling some of the issues of modern parenting.
Parent Cue has a wealth of info on a variety of topics, including tips on parenting at various stages. The search box is super helpful in finding resources for the topics you care about.
Also check out the Parent Cue app. Be sure to enter your church at First United Methodist Church of Lakeland, FL.
This article is a great resource for tips on parenting kids at various ages and phases.
So much of our lives is in the digital world now. Below are some resources to help your family become strong digital citizens. Learn more about tools to help keep your teens safe online, understanding of the importance online reputation, addressing cyber-bullying, and more.
- Internet Matters
- Polk County Sheriff’s office Internet Safety Page
Parent Connect Videos
Access recordings of previous Parent Connect nights.
Keith and Trish Warren share about Parent Connect
Danish & Discussion
Sunday Mornings 10:30-11 a.m. Café
The After Party
“Towards Better Christian Politics”
Wednesday Nights 6:00-7:30 p.m. F303
September 4: Invited to the Party
September 11: The Disciple
September 18: The Combatant
September 25: The Exhausted
October 2: The Cynic
October 9: The True After Party
Youth Parent Connect Nights
Sunday Nights 5 – 7 p.m. C207
5-5:30pm Dinner with Youth (Café in F Building)
5:30-7pm Programming
September 8: Higher Education Information Night for HS Students and Parents
October 6: Parent Potluck Gathering & Discussion
November 3: Self Defense/CPR Training for Parents and Youth
January 12: Human Trafficking Awareness for Parents and Youth – Kadian Parchment
February 2: How A.I. is affecting our Youth – Jason Moore
March 2: Teen Mental Health Topic – Gloria Monasmith
April 6: Teen Mental Health Topic – Gloria Monasmith
May 18: Family Feud Competition with Parents and Teens in F101
Monthly Youth Parent Resource Page
Each month, there is a new Parent Resource Page available. It includes helpful articles and parenting videos.
Note that the Parent Page resource is curated by an agency outside of First UMC Lakeland. Occasionally you may encounter material you have questions about. Please reach out to the youth and adult ministry teams to talk through any topics or content about which you have concerns or questions. We often have other resources available, including our Parent Connect Nights, to provide additional perspectives on various topics. We are here to support you in your calling as a parent.
