What does it look like to truly support special needs families in our community? In this episode of the City Church Parent Podcast, we sit down with Courtney Townsend, a pediatric physical therapist, and Kylie McGee, a special needs parent and director of the nonprofit Mighty Me, to discuss the unique perspectives and needs of families navigating disabilities. We explore the importance of finding "a village" and how the church can be a place where every child and parent feels they belong. From practical resources to the emotional load of advocating for a child, this conversation aims to bring light to the special needs experience and encourage us all to live as participants in the body of Christ.In This Episode, We Discuss:The Perspective of a Special Needs Parent: Understanding the sacrificial role, the mental load, and the constant need for advocacy.Mighty Me Nonprofit: How this organization supports, educates, and empowers parents while building a vital network of community.Inclusion at City Church: Learn about "City Champions," our ministry designed to accommodate and welcome kids with unique needs.Practical Support: Why you don't need to be an "expert" to be supportive—just open, willing to listen, and present.Raising Inclusive Kids: Training the next generation to be loving and inclusive, just as Christ called us all to be.Resources Mentioned:Mighty Me: Supporting special needs parents through regular meetups and community events. https://www.mightymiraclesmightyme.orgCity Champions: Our dedicated special needs ministry at City Church.https://www.citychurchok.com/kids-bartlesville#CityChurch #SpecialNeedsParenting #MightyMe #CityChampions #ParentingPodcast More ways to connect!https://linktr.ee/citychurchokhttps://www.citychurchok.comhttps://www.facebook.com/citychurchok/https://www.instagram.com/citychurchok/

This special episode of The City Church Parent Podcast features Pastor Scotty and Shelli Haynes discussing the difficult but vital topic of Online Life for Kids.(Note: This conversation contains mature themes and is recommended for adult ears).We dive deep into establishing good internet practices for families, navigating exposure to pornography, and the challenge of early access to smartphones (like the 11-year-old average). Learn why being proactive over reactive is essential for discipling the next generation in the digital age. This episode provides wisdom and safeguards for parents trying to protect their children, especially Generation Alpha, from online vulnerabilities.

In this episode, featuring Pastors Micah and Katelyn Smith, we dive into the most surprising things about parenting and how to handle our children's deepest spiritual inquiries.We tackle the classic question: "What is Heaven like?" and the emotionally charged follow-up: "Do pets go to heaven?". Discover the biblical perspective of heaven, focusing on God's presence and why Jesus is the ultimate reward. Learn how to use seemingly simple questions as a launchpad for intentional faith conversations with your children. Essential listening for parents!