FAITH AND FAMILY LIFE
Need a fresh new voice to inspire, encourage and lift up parents who care about the spiritual needs of their growing children?
Using a non-denominational approach to religion and spirituality, Marybeth Hicks advocates why strong families need a vibrant faith life to combat the pervasive influence of today's pop culture and values. She shares how to build a chosen faith into the framework of daily life and delivers timely messages for faith-based groups committed to putting their religious traditions at the core of their families.
Marybeth is available for keynotes, conferences, educational programs, and women’s retreats. Topics include:
FOR FAITH BASED PARENTING GROUPS:
Raising The Child God Is Calling You To Raise
- Recognizing the giftedness of every child – talents and treasures of the heart
- The call to obedience – Using parental authority to model God’s love
- Faith and the culture of cool
- Why God loves geeks – Genuine, Enthusiastic, Empowered Kids
- Standing up for what matters most – imparting faith for the future
A Biblical Example Of Counterculture Parenting
- Breaking the mold of cultural expectations
- Asserting the proper role of parents
- “Do whatever he tells you” – Instructions from a mother
- How to be counter-culture in today’s parenting arena
- Success in parenting is its own reward
FOR RELIGIOUS SCHOOL EDUCATORS:
The Cool Crowd, Geeks and Social Hierarchy – How Social Status Affects Classroom Dynamics
- Social structures in the school community
- Setting standards for social acceptance – the cool kids don’t fall far from the cool family tree
- Working with geeky parents to support geeky kids
- How to create a geeky classroom
- How to influence your school’s culture
WHAT AUDIENCES ARE SAYING:
“I absolutely recommend Marybeth Hicks as a speaker. Our retreat lasted six hours and Marybeth did the majority of the speaking. There was not, however, a moment when people looked at their watches. She is funny and has a wonderful, culture-appropriate message. We even had people asking when she would be back in town and whether we could have her as a speaker next year. Marybeth is pleasant to work with and very professional. If you have a chance to have Marybeth speak to your group, please do not hesitate!”
Sharon Roberts
Program Coordinator
Kansas City Chapter, Familia
Kansas City, KS