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I was excited to get involved with "24 dates" from the moment I heard of it. My hope was to get some more quality time with my 6 year old son Jonathan. What I have gotten is a deeper relationship with him. The more time we spend together on dates the more he wants to spend time with me outside of the dates. The structured times both on the date and in our discussion times have opened an even wider path and built greater bridges of understanding to his tender young heart. It seems every other day now he asks me, "Dad, when is our next date?"
Matt Hiller
"24 dates with Dad".....what an awesome opportunity to STOP.....and spend quality time with what God has so blessed you with....your Son. This program has opened the door to "real" conversation. The topics are "real" the emotions are "real" and the bonds formed between Father's and Son's are real. We Father's are not perfect and have a lot to learn and teach our Son's, hanging out with other Father's and Son's gives us an incredible opportunity to do both, learn and teach.
Mike Guzman
The program has provided direction for me as a father teaching my sons about what means to be a Christian. The curriculum has started conversations in an organized manner that develops communication, bonding and fellowship. My children have enjoyed the fun activities that both fathers and sons have participated in especially dodge ball. Imagine 15 Fathers praying before and after a game of wiffle ball, what an impression in the minds of young children. The COACH Ministry "24 Dates With My Dad" provides an easy to follow curriculum for fathers wanting to grow in their faith by providing a short list of Bible verses that match the weekly agenda. My children have learned more about me and how my life has been defined. By having discussions about my childhood, friends, home, parents, fears, mistakes, temptations, questions and how I became a Christian. This program is for all father & sons whether you are a devout Christian or just beginning your journey. The program truly helps turn boys into Christian men and Dads develop their relationship with their children. The love can be felt at our bi-weekly meetings, fun activities, and community service projects. I am excited about this program and how it is going to help me coach my children to grow and be men of God.
Kevin Johnson
Todd,
As I look through the curriculum one thing that I have enjoyed through our discussions is that it has given Patrick and Alex a unique look at what their dad was like growing up. The topics lend themselves to allow the boys to see that their dad is a man who tries to be like Jesus but more often than not has struggles and issues to work through like anyone else.
I believe the curriculum has helped them to see how Christ is working in our lives even when it seems like He isn't and how we need to trust in Him and He will direct our paths.
It's brought us closer together and the boys have made new friends due to the program.
David Lehmann
Todd - I have not been able to come but to two of the programs but I can tell you that Michael and I have really enjoyed the curriculum. It has given us a vehicle to get to know each other better and he looks forward to our weekly "dates". Because he thinks it is cool what we are doing and that he is spending time with his dad, he answers the questions seriously instead of with I don't know or goofy six year old answers.
Thanks for all you are doing. Michael and I are looking forward to the next program.
Thanks,
Robert Wimbish
Todd,
I wanted to drop you a quick note to thank you for your leadership and commitment in setting up this ministry. My son and I have been enjoying the dates. However, the discussion topics have been the highlight for me. Sitting down with Jason and talking about friends, family, etc., in a semi-structured manner with the prompts you provided has been very uplifting and informative. We look forward to continuing in the group.
Thank your for your initiative.
Wayne Schug
My son and I did the activities of calling a friend about a story and looking through scrapbooks of when I was young. We really bonded and I can tell my son (age 5) really thought it was neat.
Thanks for your efforts.
Derek Irvin
Thanks! My son could not stop talking about our time 2 weeks ago. Ever since then he has been intentional about wanting to spend quality time with me. Pretty cool. Thanks again for all the work you do on behalf of fathers and sons.
In Him,
Matt Hiller
Just a note of encouragement for you.
My son Josh was sick with the flu and an ear infection all of last week (that's why we missed bowling the Sunday before - at Medcheck all that afternoon! - on top of having back to back episodes of strep throat during Feb). My family and I are new to North View and Josh is having a hard time adjusting to a new church (we were VERY involved in our past church) in addition to the usual struggles and faith questions that a 9-year old typically has anyway. He has not really wanted to participate in this program with me because he didn't know anyone, not fun, etc...but, HE HAD A BLAST SUNDAY!!! After being sick and stuck in the house for over a week, he needed the chance to get out and enjoy life again which kickball provided!
So be encouraged that we don't always need to have a "planned" activity for God to work mightily in our lives! Thanks for the hard work on the curriculum - it is great and challenging for both son and dad!
God Bless!
Jason Sutcliffe
Todd, Ian and I have done program and it was very educational and well structured. I learned that one of Ian's criteria for being his friend is "that they look like me (him)" (among other less funny and less superficial items) which is funny because as adults I think a lot of us do this but never say it :-)
One suggestion if I may because of my bad memory ... can we have name tags to fill out at each meeting. It would certainly help me remember dads and kids and the kids feel more at home when we remember their names ... just my 2 cents. Well done on this program and thanks for all you do.
Jeff Medley ... Ian's dad
I love the idea of creating an avenue for Fathers to spend quality time with their kids. I really appreciate the time, energy, and passion you have put into this. It will make a difference in a lot of people's lives!
Thanks,
Derek Irvin
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