Gary Alexander is a retired businessman who started writing letters to his ten grandchildren as they were approaching their teen years to guide them into their emerging adulthood and to share his faith with them. 55 of those letters were compiled into a book titled Love Papa: Letters of Wisdom from a Grandfather to His Grandchildren. In this podcast, Gary explains to Wayne Rice and John Coulombe why and how he wrote these letters and how he ended up publishing them in book form. He even reads one of his letters from the book that answers the question “Why Did I Write These Letters?” As you listen to Gary, you’ll be inspired to consider the power of letter-writing as a way to connect with your grandchildren and to pass on a legacy of faith.

Resources mentioned during this podcast:

Love, Papa: Letters of Wisdom from a Grandfather to His Grandchildren by Garold W. Alexander

GaroldWAlexander.com

That Hideous Strength by C.S. Lewis

My Wish of All Wishes by Larry Fowler

Renowned children’s musician Mary Rice Hopkins and her puppet ministry partner Darcie Maze talk with Wayne Rice (Mary’s brother) and John Coulombe about their upcoming “Grand Kids Camp” being held in Glendale, California this summer, an example of what can be done by individuals or local churches as a way to help grandparents connect with their grandchildren in a creative and powerful way. In addition, Mary and Darcie talk about their ministry to kids over the years and we get to hear some of Mary’s most popular songs.

Websites mentioned on the podcast:

• MaryRiceHopkins.com
• MRHKids.org
• PuppetswithaHeart.com
• LinksPlayers.com

Books mentioned during the podcast:

• Jesus: The God Who Knows Your Name by Max Lucado
• Indescribable: 100 Devotions for Kids About God and Science by Louie Giglio
• The Wonder of Creation: 100 More Devotions About God and Science by Louie Giglio

Kari Baker is the founder of "KiND Families," a ministry that exists to encourage and equip parents and grandparents who have children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, sensory processing disorders, learning disabilities and other conditions that seem invisible to the naked eye but which have great impact on behavior, social, and academic performance. Kari is also the author of the recently released book Finding KiND: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences. Wayne and John talk with Kari not only about what she has learned raising a child with autism and ADHD, but also how her experience has deepened her relationship with God. You will enjoy this inspiring and informative conversation.