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Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there.  I am thankful for the dads in my life.  Thank you to my father who raised me and taught me the importance of hard work.  Thank you to my father-in-law who can fix anything and has fixed all of our cars and things around the house multiple times and for how he raised my wife.  

Happy Father's Day to all of the dads out there!  Enjoy your day.  I want to wish a "Happy Father's Day" to my dad and my father-in-law.  Thank you for all you have done!

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there.  I am thankful for the fathers in my life. Bethany's dad (on the right) has been a great provider for their family.  If there is something broken (car, house, etc.), Steve can fix it.  He is a generous man who loves his family. My dad (on the left) taught me about hard work.  Since he owned a business, he had to work long hours. He was a great athlete and loved to teach others about sports.  He has always supported me and provided for our family. And I'm thankful to be these kids' dad.  Have a great Father's Day!

Today's new book is one I have not purchased yet. I have heard a few podcasts with the author so I plan to purchase soon.  Check it out!

To all you dads out there, Happy Father's Day!  Enjoy time with your families.  I am thankful for my dad and what he taught me about hard work.  I am thankful for Bethany's dad and how he influenced her to be the woman she is.  Happy Father's Day to the dads in my life!

Today, I am posting over at 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting on the topic of "being a dad."  This will conclude a 3 part series on "man up".  I hope it will be a blessing and encouragement to you.  It's not what you think.  Go here

Tonight, KS Strong Dads hosted its second event in Newton, KS. We had 9 families attend including 9 fathers/father figures, 13 children, 2 teens, and 2 mothers. Here are a few pictures:

Newton Headstart Dads, Have you signed up to attend Strong Dad, Super Kid Event or Fathering Class at Cooper Early Education in January? See picture below for details.

Tonight, I am completing my first "Quenching the Father Thirst" class with 3 dads in Newton.  We have been meeting together for 6 weeks talking about what it means to be a dad and learning skills to help us in this role.  Below you will see the presentation of certificates at our meeting.  We will start another class in January so let me know if you are interested or know someone interested in the class. 

Today, I am posting over at http://www.1corinthians13parenting.com/blog/ My post is about passing on faith to our kids based on Ephesians 6:4.  Stop by the site and read it or one of the many other great posts by members of the 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting Team.

This post originally appeared at http://www.1corinthians13parenting.com/blog/ on 8/7/14 It is hard to believe that school will be starting for my kids in about two weeks. This is a time of anticipation and excitement for kids and teens alike. This provides a great opportunity for parents to get involved. Dads, in what ways can you volunteer at your child’s school? I have thoroughly enjoyed opportunities at my kids’ schools. Several reasons to consider volunteering: your kids love seeing you there, getting to know the teachers/staff better, knowing classmates and friends of your son/daughter, help is needed with students because of budget cutbacks, and the joy you receive when serving.   Ways that you can serve at your local schools: Mentoring For the past 5 years, I have emailed the teachers in the grade my child is in and asked if they need any help with reading or math.  They have not turned me down. I give 30 minutes each week helping a classroom teacher. Our ...

This article was written by Chad Frey and appeared in the Newton Kansas on August 27, 2014      Jerry Hager has eight children — one a step child, one adopted and some who he says he hasn't always been there for. By his own admission, he's been in trouble. Tuesday, however, was one of those concrete steps to show he wants to walk a different path with his children. "I am here now, and that is all that counts," Hager said. With two of his youngest children, Hager was at the kick-off of "Strong Dads" at cooper elementary school. "My dad wasn't there, and I am on my own," Hager said. "(Being a father) is not as easy as I thought." He's not alone in seeking out some help. More than 30 father figures showed up for a barbecue meal and the first night of Strong Dads. Each either received or will receive a duffel bag with books and toys of for their children and a book for themselves. The program stresses playing with, readin...

As many of you know, I am involved with the Kansas Strong Dads Project. This project seeks to strengthen fatherhood through four different options.  They are: Strong Dads, Super Kid Events Quenching the Father Thirst Classes (6 Sessions) Father/Child Outings One on One mentoring with fathers Tonight, I will be leading my first Strong Dads, Super Kids Event at Cooper Early Education Center in Newton.  I am hoping for a great turnout and a good time with the dads and kids who show up.  The Newton Kansan will be running a story sometime this week.  Here is a link to a website and Facebook for more information.

Visit 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting today for my post to dads or father figures on how to get involved in your child's local school.  It is easier than you think! 

The community is invited to join me & others for a Dad & Kid Trip to Salina Waterpark this Saturday, June 28 Meet at church (610 W. Randall, Hesston) at noon to ... leave. Eat before you arrive. Admission prices are Children, ages 0-2: Free; Children, ages 3-17: $3.50; Adults, ages 18-61: $5.50.  

Calling all dads and father figures! Are you involved in your child(s) school?  If not, there is a great opportunity to serve at your local schools through the Watch D.O.G.S program.  For more information, go here Here is a picture of my daughter, Molly and I the last time I served.  I have the privilege to be at Hesston schools all day today.  I encourage you to check it out and get involved!

A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of being trained as a Community Trainer Mentor for the KS Strong Dads Project.  This state funded program will help encourage fatherhood through events, classes, fun outings, and mentoring. I have been assigned Newton, KS as my location.  I look forward to equipping dads through the KS Strong Dads Project. The activities are fun and interactive for fathers and kids and the curriculum is well done with great research, good ideas, and allows for great interaction and participation.  If you would like more information, please let me know. Below you will see other CTM's who were trained in Hesston, KS.

Today's Dad & Kid Water Day was cooler than past years. However, we had fun despite a few sprinkles. London summed it up best--"next year make it hotter." Here are the pictures:

Today, I finished reading Family Shepherds by Voddie Baucham.  Baucham does a great job sharing from Scripture what God's Word says to fathers.  He unapologetically calls men to lead their homes spiritually.  Several chapters were of great value to me.  They were: A Three-Pronged Approach to Biblical Discipleship Heralding the Gospel at Home Male Headship in the Home Corrective Discipline  Here are a few quotes from the last few chapters of the book: "Thus the family shepherd must view the Bible as more authoritative than the cultural trend." "Church membership is the most important aspect of lifestyle evaluation." "A healthy church will expose us to the regular teaching, preaching, reading, and singing of the Word of God that will shape the way we think about all other aspects of life." "Mature men and women in the church will gently call us out when we go off the deep end." "Rare indeed is the man who looks honest...

I am a bachelor for the next 48 hours.  Well, sort of.  Bethany is in OKC for a book table through late Saturday night.  So, it is just me and the kids.  So, what will we do? Will we just eat junk food, stay up late, leave trash all around the house?  Nope.  Because I'm a responsible dad.  It upsets me to watch TV shows and movies where dads are seen as goofballs who are incapable of taking care of the kids.  And especially those that portray dads as incompetent and uninvolved in their children's lives.  Shame on Hollywood for perpetuating this image. Dads, let's prove Hollywood and culture wrong and be the dads we are called to be.  Dads who care for our children well, have fun with our kids, attend their activities, show them they are loved no matter what, and most importantly teach them what it means to follow Christ. Now, where did Molly go?