technology Archives - Parkview Church https://parkviewchurch.com/resource_tags/technology/ Parkview is a non-denominational Christian church where faith and real life intersect. Your family is our priority. No matter what age, Parkview Kids offers fun, age-appropriate programming that help your children connect with God. We have staff and resources available at anytime. You’re not alone. Fri, 09 Aug 2024 18:01:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://parkviewchurch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/cropped-favicon-32x32.png technology Archives - Parkview Church https://parkviewchurch.com/resource_tags/technology/ 32 32 5 Ways for Parents to Stay Vigilant in Vetting Kids’ Shows https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/ways-for-parents-to-stay-vigilant-in-vetting-kids-shows.html Fri, 09 Aug 2024 17:57:56 +0000 https://parkviewchurch.com/?post_type=resources&p=8712 It’s difficult to deny the influence that television has in the lives of children around the world, many of whom will spend hours every day in front of a screen. And what exactly are they seeing, hearing, and receiving when they watch television? Well here are some simple steps to help parents stay vigilant in vetting shows that our kids are watching.

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It’s difficult to deny the influence that television has in the lives of children around the world, many of whom will spend hours every day in front of a screen. And what exactly are they seeing, hearing, and receiving when they watch television? Well here are some simple steps to help parents stay vigilant in vetting shows that our kids are watching.

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10 Screen-Free Things to Do With Your Kids Over Spring Break https://parkviewchurch.com/resources/10-screen-free-things-to-do-with-your-kids-over-spring-break/ Fri, 22 Mar 2024 15:22:22 +0000 https://parkviewchurch.com/?post_type=resources&p=5615 The post 10 Screen-Free Things to Do With Your Kids Over Spring Break appeared first on Parkview Church.

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As a student, spring break was exciting! It came as a welcomed and well-deserved gift after making it through a few long months of school and winter.  As a parent, the thought of spring break can bring some anxiety and pressure.  What do we do to keep busy for a full week if we don’t have plans to be on a beach?  We don’t want them staring at screens all week, but what do we do to keep them busy and have some fun? This article shares some great, budget-friendly ideas to keep your family entertained during the break from school! Happy spring!

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The ULTIMATE Cell Phone Guide for Parents https://parkviewchurch.com/resources/the-ultimate-cell-phone-guide-for-parents/ Mon, 30 Oct 2023 19:35:31 +0000 https://parkviewchurch.com/?post_type=resources&p=3009 The post The ULTIMATE Cell Phone Guide for Parents appeared first on Parkview Church.

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It’s important for our kids to learn to live productive and good lives in the midst of all the technology options that are afforded to them! On top of that, let’s be honest, you and I will be hypocritical…

One minute we’re telling our kids to get off a game site and focus on homework.

Five minutes later, we’re calling them over to watch a funny YouTubevideo we saw while “working.”

Our current generation of parents has the responsibility of learning, on our own, how to handle this new world that our parents never could have imagined—and how to pass it on to our kids.

Technology is just a new reality to add to the realities of growing up. It’s a lot like teaching a teenager to drive. We tell them to do things we don’t do well ourselves—because we love them and want them to be safe drivers.

And just like learning to drive a car, learning to use technology responsibly takes time. They’ll make mistakes and we’ll need to use those mistakes as teaching opportunities. When it comes to technology, the state doesn’t issue learner’s permits or require written exams and field tests.

We’re on our own with how to hand off ownership of technology to our teenagers.

We’ve provided this Ultimate Cell Phone Guide to help equip you with the tools to allow your students earn the “keys” to their technology. Be a great example. The best thing parents can do for their students is to be the adults you want them to become.

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When Is the Right Time to Give My Kid a Cell Phone? https://parkviewchurch.com/resources/when-is-the-right-time-to-give-my-kid-a-cell-phone/ Mon, 30 Oct 2023 19:06:26 +0000 https://parkviewchurch.com/?post_type=resources&p=2959 The post When Is the Right Time to Give My Kid a Cell Phone? appeared first on Parkview Church.

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It may seem like kids are getting cell phones so much earlier these days. Yes, we do live in a very different world than we grew up in, but when is the right time to give your child a cell phone? We found this helpful podcast which talks specifically about cell phones and how to introduce them to your kids (And here’s a hint: You need a plan).

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What Should I Do if I Find Out My Child Is Watching Porn? https://parkviewchurch.com/resources/what-should-i-do-if-i-find-out-my-child-is-watching-porn/ Tue, 24 Oct 2023 20:48:49 +0000 https://parkviewchurch.com/?post_type=resources&p=2801 The post What Should I Do if I Find Out My Child Is Watching Porn? appeared first on Parkview Church.

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“My Child would never view porn!” 

Yeah, that is what I thought.  However, statistics show that the average age of a child viewing pornography is 11 years old!  I was terrified when I found out my son was one of those statistics. 

It can be shocking and even shameful to find out your child is viewing porn. No parent wishes that for their son or daughter. With the easy access our kids have to technology these days, it makes it inevitable that they may stumble upon it, even if by accident. 

The question is, what do you do when you find out your child has looked at porn?  

Below is an excerpt from a blog post written by Dr. Jim Burns from The Parent Cue, where he suggests you do these five things:

1. Don’t Freak Out

I know you may want to. Our natural reaction is to panic, but too much emotion or anger will only complicate the matter. So take a deep breath, and realize it is not the end of the world. Most kids who view pornography don’t become sex offenders.

2. Make This a Teachable Moment

When you imagine the end for your kids, what you truly want is to help them develop a healthy, positive view of sexuality. Sometimes, one of the most effective ways to teach healthy sexuality is to help them understand that “it’s not that”  but “this”.  Use the poor choice of looking at porn as a positive opportunity to teach them the beauty of God-given sexuality and why we wait until marriage and adulthood.

3. Create Consequences Within Reason

If stumbling upon porn was truly accidental there should be no consequence; but if they chose to view a porn site then yes, developing boundaries with consequences for their actions is the right thing to do. But do it without shaming them, and create the consequences as a boundary to keep them from constant porn use and, more importantly, help them make better decisions. For the first offense, this might mean taking away a mobile device and adding a blocking filter along with regular monitoring by a parent or parents.

4. Teach Positive, Healthy Sexuality

The prescription for making better decisions about sex is for parents to proactively teach their kids healthy sexuality. All studies show the more positive healthy sex education is communicated in the home, the less promiscuous kids will be. So don’t just have one conversation. Make it an ongoing dialogue.  Sure there will be awkward moments. That’s okay, sexuality can be awkward. I write books on the subject, and my own kids have mocked me plenty of times for those ongoing conversations.

5. Find Helpful Resources

There are excellent resources to equip you to help your kids develop sexual integrity, and even in the area porn addiction. I always suggest you find resources that stay true to your values to come alongside you.

A few of my go-to websites are CovenantEyes.com, xxxChurch.com and HomeWord.com for “Pure Foundation Resources” for ages 3 to adult.

In this digital world, it is harder than ever to protect our kids’ eyes and minds. So start the conversation early and have it often.

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Technology with Teenagers https://parkviewchurch.com/resources/technology-with-teenagers/ Tue, 24 Oct 2023 20:38:06 +0000 https://parkviewchurch.com/?post_type=resources&p=2786 The post Technology with Teenagers appeared first on Parkview Church.

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Can anything good come from technology? Sometimes it can feel like (especially with teenagers) we are competing with technology rather than using it to our advantage as parents.

This article from Parent Cue has GREAT ideas on how you can share some cool moments with your teenagers using social media, video games, and more! Check it out!

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