"Should Christians celebrate Halloween?" is a question that is asked by MANY, especially around this time of year. Today, the Penners sit down for a chat to discuss their thoughts on whether or not it's okay to let your kids go trick-or-treating. With Derek on one side of the issue and Julia on the other, tune into today's episode to laugh, learn the origins of this 'holiday' and hear the conclusions they reach on whether or not Halloween is okay to celebrate with your family.

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Community Questions to keep the conversation going:

1) Have you ever thought to pray about whether or not your family should participate in Halloween?

2) Do you think it's an over-reaction to bow out, or do you think the western culture today does not take Halloween seriously enough?

3) What are your thoughts surrounding Church's providing alternative fun nights for kids?

It took 5.5 years for the diagnosis of Julia's youngest daughter to come in, and when they finally received the name of what it was... they were left with more questions than answers. Join The Penners as they discuss the seasons of waiting, how the global pandemic affected their daughter in good and bad ways and maybe most exciting, tune in to hear about the miracles they've wittnessed through the life of their 6 year old. Only GOD can do these things!

Questions for you community:
1) Do you know someone with a Disability? How did you meet them?
2) Have you ever had to wait for a diagnosis, what was that like? How did you feel once you got the diagnosis?
3) Are you in a season of waiting? What if you don't get the answer you're hoping for? Is the foundation of your faith firm, regardless of the answer?

Questions for your kids:
1) Do you know what disability means?
2) Do you know someone who has a disability? Maybe someone who is blind, someone in a wheelchair or someone who needs extra help learning at school? Talk about the similarities they have with that kid, not only the differences.
3) Do you know what a Miracle is? They didn't only happen in the Bible, they happen today! Tell your child about one of the miracles from this episode and talk about how cool God is!

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Resources mentioned at the end of this episode:

Fast Friends by Heather M. O'Connor
Zoom by Robert Munsch
Questions and Feelings about Having a Disability by Louise Spilsbury
The Goose with Noodles for wings by Jaime Henderson
All about Diversity (Usborne books) by Felicity Brooks and Mar Ferrero

Today, the Penners share their thoughts on how biblical teachings influenced their decisions to enter into second and third marriages. They look at both the Old and New Testaments to explore what scripture says about these choices. They also discuss the insights and advice they received from family and friends along the way. Join Derek and Julia in today's discussion focused on "remarriage".

Resources mentioned in today's episode:
"101 Questions to Ask Before Getting Remarried" - H. Norman. Wright.

We'd love to hear from you about today's episode or future topics you'd like to hear on the podcast. Email us at thepennersworship@gmail.com or find us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/the.penners