Empowering Parents, Supporting Families, a ministry of St. Francis United Methodist Church, offers parents and caregivers research-based education to support the healthy growth and development of children and youth. Our speaker series focuses on learning together in a non-judgmental setting to foster a more joyful parenting journey with strong family connections where children and adolescents can thrive and flourish.

Launched in 2023, the series has offered the following learning opportunities:

2023 - “Parenting with Love, Respect, and Natural Consequences”

2023 - “Helping Children and Youth Navigate Friendships”

2024 - ScreenStrong’s “Kids’ Brains and Screens”

2025 - “Managing Anxiety with Children and Youth,” led by Sanctuary Counseling therapists

Stay tuned for our next seminar.