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