The Greatest Gift We Can Give Our Children

I love Christmas parties, and every year I’m so honored to speak at one or two gatherings where we get to talk about PRAYER as the greatest gift we can  give to our families. This one is a private event, but if you’d like to host a Christmas coffee, a luncheon, or a party  in your city next year, I’d love to hear from you!

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Two Parenting Talks – plus ice cream for all!

The Church of the Holy Spirit knows how to throw a good party – and everyone is invited! I’ll be sharing about how we can trust God with our ADULT CHILDREN at 12:45, and talking with parents of YOUNGER CHILDREN and TEENS at 5 p.m. And in between, I’m pretty sure they’re serving up ice cream sundaes for everyone. What’s not to love?!

Want more info? Contact Brian Morgan at brianm@chsroanoke.com.

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You’re Invited Podcast

Everyone is welcome over at the You’re Invited Podcast! I had a blast talking with hosts Ashlee, Tiffany, Tatum, and Whitney – these girls love the Lord and they know how to have fun. We covered all sorts of ground, from which scriptures to pray during the various seasons of your children’s lives to the fact that our prayers do not stop when we do–God always keeps working on our behalf, and he promises to finish the good work that he starts. Want to listen in? Head on over to iTunes and check out the “You’re Invited” Podcast!

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Grace Enough Podcast

Amber and I talked about how we hear God’s voice…releasing our children to Him…gaining peace and confidence through prayer…and the fact that God’s word does not come back empty, but always accomplishes the purposes for which it is sent! Want to listen in? Check out Episode 28 – you’ll find the Grace Enough Podcast on your favorite podcast app!

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Praying God’s Best for the People We Love

We’ll talk about prayer and how we can trust God to work in the lives of our children (and other loved ones), no matter how old they are or how near (or far away) they may be. Two identical talks to accommodate different schedules (one in the evening on 11/6, one daytime event on 11/7). For more information, please contact Ann Roth – ann@stanwichchurch.org.

 

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Trusting God with Our Adult Children

Join moms and dads from Reynolda Church, Hope Church, St. Peter’s World Outreach, and others in the Winston-Salem area for an engaging discussion on how we can trust God with our adult children. All are welcome! Contact Ashlee Johnson for info:  ajohnson@rcstaff.org.

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Annual Spring Dinner

All are welcome at the Mid Atlantic Community Church Spring Dinner. Join us for a time of teaching and fellowship as we talk about Trusting God with the Ones We Love – just in time for Mother’s Day! Contact maccwomen@gmail.com for more info!

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MOPS

All mothers of preschoolers are welcome to join us for the annual MOPS “tea”, 9:30-11:15 a.m. Contact Janet Phillips for info:  janetphillipsvb@gmail.com.

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Abiding and Abundance

All are welcome at Galilee’s Thursday morning Bible Study! This spring, we are exploring deep questions of the Christian faith. For more info, please contact Laura Kraus at laura.r.kraus@gmail.com.

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CBN News Christmas Special

CBN’s 24-hour news channel features a segment called Prayer Link. I loved talking with host Wendy Griffith about how we can give the gift of prayer this Christmas!

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Rebel Parenting Podcast

I had a great time in the studio with Ryan and Laura Dobson, talking about parenting, prayer, and how we can let our kids know they are loved. Want to listen in? Here you go!

http://rebelparenting.libsyn.com/123-jodie-berndt-powerful-prayers-for-your-kids-rebel-parenting

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“Keeping the Faith” Conference

The Aslan Academy, presented by the C.S. Lewis Institute (cslewisinstitute.org), is designed to help parents teach and equip their children to become effective disciples of Jesus Christ. Here’s more info about the upcoming “Keeping the Faith” conference:  http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/AslanAcademyConference – I am so excited to hear from the great line-up of speakers!

 

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MOPS

I love MOPS moms! If you’re in the Winston-Salem area and you have preschoolers, please join us! Contact Amanda for more info: reisenwebers@gmail.com.

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Jacksonville Women for Christ Luncheon

Jacksonville Women for Christ welcomes everybody! They’ve been doing an annual luncheon for 500+ women for years, and I can’t wait to be with them to talk about how we can pray God’s best for the people we love! Join us if you can – tickets are available at www.jaxwomenforchrist.org.

 

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Focus on the Family Radio Show

I’ll be talking with radio hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller – and I can’t wait! Air date is sometime in November, but if you’re in the Colorado Springs area and you want to be in the gallery to watch the taping, please reach out via my website and I will ask if there’s room!

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Created for Connection

If you’re a young woman living in the Atlanta area, this group is for you! Married or single, working or stay-home, we all want to build life-giving relationships with one another and with the Lord. Join us at 7:00 p.m. for dinner, followed by worship, teaching, and the chance to connect with others in your season of life.

For more information, please contact Elise Wilkes at ewilkes@apostles.org. Hope to see you there!

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For Such a Time as This

We all have a story, a purpose, and a calling…and in the midst of living it out, we can glean wisdom and encouragement from God’s Word. Join us as we talk about how we can live–and pray–“for such a time as this.”

This women’s event begins at 9:30 a.m. – all are welcome and childcare is provided. For more information, please contact Elise Wilkes at ewilkes@apostles.org.

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Unshaken Blue Ridge (Moms in Prayer)

This Moms in Prayer Conference is designed to help women stand unshaken and live victoriously in a troubled and often challenging world. Click here for more info:  https://momsinprayer.org/events/unshaken-blue-ridge/, or sign up at unshakennd@gmail.com.

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Samford University Legacy League Luncheon

I’m so excited about being invited to be this year’s guest speaker at Samford University’s Legacy League Luncheon! Open to the public, this annual event raises funds to provide scholarships for students with significant financial need and challenging circumstances. If you live in the Birmingham area, PLEASE join us! For more information, contact legacyleague@samford.edu.

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Life Today with James and Betty Robison

I’m thrilled to join LIFE TODAY hosts James & Betty Robison at their studios in Dallas! If you’d like tickets for the show taping, call 817-354-3655 or reserve via email at audience@lifetoday.org.

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God Centered Mom

Join me on the God Centered Mom podcast with host Heather MacFadyen. We’re talking about how to pray God’s best for the people we love (especially our little ones)! The episode posts on February 19 and can be found on iTunes or at GodCenteredMom.com.

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Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children

This event is not open to the public, but if you’d like to host your own “Praying the Scriptures” book talk, I’d love to join you! You’ll find booking info at the very bottom of my SPEAKING page at jodieberndt.com. 🙂

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Simply Wholehearted

We’re talking about families, prayer, and the joys and challenges of parenting on the Simply Wholehearted podcast. Listen in on the conversation with hosts, Amy Wicks and Ashley Pittman – you can find us on iTunes (Episode #35) or at www.simplywholehearted.com.

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The Art of Communication

The Marriage Course continues, and Robbie and I will be teaching tonight on “The Art of Communication.” Space is limited, but check here to see if you can still register:  galileechurch.net/event-registration. (Childcare and dinner for two provided at every session!)

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The Marriage Course

Join us as we kick off the 7-week Marriage Course with a session on “Building Strong Foundations.” Childcare and a candlelit dinner provided (at a table for two!). The course runs Sunday evenings, 6-8 p.m….get more info or sign up on the Galilee website at Galileechurch.net/event-registration.

 

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The Gifts that Keep On Giving

“You’ve Got Gifts!”

We’re talking about spiritual gifts this fall at Galilee – everything from hospitality and administration to healing and prophecy. Come discover the unique graces God has planted in you…and find out how to use these gifts to bless and encourage others!

(Today’s teaching is from Romans 12. All are welcome, even if you can’t get to every session. Childcare provided.)

Thursdays, 9:15 – 11:00 a.m.

Galilee Church (Tucker Hall)
3928 Pacific Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA

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Changing Seasons Richmond – Day 1

“Trusting God in Life’s Tricky Places”

I’m giving two talks; one on Thursday evening and one at the luncheon on Friday. All are welcome to attend either event!

For more info, please contact Donna Davis at changingseasonsrichmond@gmail.com or 804.282.3226.

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Changing Seasons Richmond – Day 2

“Trusting God in Life’s Tricky Places”

I’m giving two talks; one on Thursday evening and one at the luncheon on Friday. All are welcome to attend either event!

For more info, please contact Donna Davis at changingseasonsrichmond@gmail.com or 804.282.3226.

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Call on God

IMG_9083High School Students meet every Sunday at Galilee Church (3928 Pacific Ave), 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Do our prayers make a difference? Can God be trusted to answer? And should we really pray about everything?

Join us on May 7 as we explore what it means to “Call on God.” All high school students are welcome.

For more information, contact Marty O’Rourke, marty@galileechurch.net.

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Tea Time with MOPS

tea partyDo you live in Virginia Beach and have a preschooler? Treat yourself to a break and join other moms at the annual MOPS Tea.

I’ll be speaking about how we can partner with God to accomplish his best purposes in the lives of our little ones!

This event is free, and the dress is casual. Contact Janet Phillips (janetphillipsvb@gmail.com) for more information.

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Veritas School Speaker Series

veritaslogo_stacked_4c_wtagVeritas School in Richmond, Virginia, 7:00 p..m. – Open to the public.

The Veritas School offers a classical education designed to cultivate students’ minds and souls  and equip them to discover God’s purposes, both for the world and for their individual lives.

I’m looking forward to speaking to the Veritas community about how parents and grandparents can pray effectively for their children and partner together to raise kids who will lead and serve their friends, their families, and their communities. You don’t have to have a child in the school to come – all are welcome!

For more info, contact Sara Kennedy at skennedy@veritasschool.com.

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MOPS

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I love the mamas who are part of MOPS, and I can’t wait to speak to the group that meets at Williamsburg Community Chapel. We’ll be talking about discovering and praying God’s best for your little ones – and for yourself (even when you haven’t slept through the night in a year)!

To learn more about MOPS in the Williamsburg, Virginia area, please contact Stephanie Barrell at stephanie.barrell@gmail.com.

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Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door

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If you live in Virginia Beach, join us for the kick off of a new study on PRAYER. I’ll be teaching the first session about how we can use the Bible to shape and give life and power to our prayers…and talking about what happens when our prayers don’t get answered the way we want them to!

If you want to watch this (or other teachings in this series) online, please visit Galileechurch.net. All are welcome!

9:00 – refreshments, followed by teaching at 9:30 and then small groups. Come dressed in your workout wear if you wanna sweat with a personal trainer from Jim White Fitness after Bible Study, 11 a.m. – noon!

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JOY IN OUR TOWN

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Tune in on January 2 at 6:00 p.m. as talk show hostess Anne Ferrell Tata interviews me about things like miracles, praying the scriptures, and what happens when your prayers don’t get answered how or when you want.

Joy in Our Town is on the Trinity Broadcasting Network. The program will re-air on January 7 at 3:00 p.m.

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Marriage, Motherhood, and Work

photo 2Brad Wilcox directs the National Marriage Project and teaches classes at The University of Virginia. I’ll be part of a panel discussion on Marriage, Motherhood, and Work for Wilcox’s popular “Sociology of the Family” class.

Not a U.Va. student? You can still get access to Wilcox’s excellent research on marriage and family issues by following him on Twitter @WilcoxNMP.

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The Vintage Life: Hannah Whitall Smith

IMG_7212The Vintage Lunch series, sponsored by Theological Horizons at the University of Virginia, offers students and others in the university community a chance to meet some of the best writers from the Christian tradition – “vintage” people whose work and faith has endured for centuries.

I’ll be facilitating a discussion on Hannah Whitall Smith’s classic work, The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life. This event is free, and all are welcome – and you get a homemade lunch, too!

Friday, September 9, 2016, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., 480 Rugby Road (temporary new location while the Bonhoeffer house is closed).

For more information, click here.

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The Psalms of Ascent

The PsalmsWe’re studying the Psalms this fall at Galilee Church. I’ll be teaching this week on some of the Psalms of Ascent, songs that Jewish pilgrims sang as they made their way to the feasts every year. These tradition-rich psalms offer fabulous insights on things like worship, work, hope and joy – come join us! Thursdays, 9:15 – 11:00 a.m., 3928 Pacific Avenue in Virginia Beach. Childcare provided. More info at Galileechurch.net.

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From Doubt to Worship: Studying the Psalms

The PsalmsWe’re studying the Psalms this fall at Galilee Church! All are welcome – Thursdays, 9:15 – 11:00. I’ll be teaching this week, with a special emphasis on Psalms 73 (a great help for those who doubt or struggle when “the wicked” seem to prosper) and 84 (which shows us how to find strength, delight, and trust in the Lord). More info at Galileechurch.net.

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PGA Tour “Girls Gathering”

511sCONoTALWhat a privilege to speak to these amazing women as they support their husbands and find community on the PGA Tour. We’re talking about motherhood, friendship, and the power of prayer for our families!

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Mother-Daughter Retreat

WhIMG_9214at could be more fun than a gathering of moms and daughters to talk about family life, business ventures, friendship, and faith? I’m honored to be with this crew in Vail, Colorado!

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Guest Appearance, Trinity Broadcasting Network

Screen Shot 2016-05-27 at 5.06.16 PMWhat a privilege it was to talk about praying for your children with TBN host Bishop Kim Brown! We discussed many of the challenges today’s families face, shared some powerful prayer strategies, and prayed for the TBN viewers. Such fun!

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Leaving and Cleaving

Young MarriedsSummer StudyA man shall leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. This is a profound mystery… (Ephesians 5:31-32)

Jodie and her husband, Robbie, speak to a group of newlyweds about the “profound mystery” that is marriage…and how our different backgrounds and family experiences can make leaving and cleaving a challenge for today’s young couples.

(This event is not open to the public.)

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Parenting Teenagers

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It’s probably never been tougher to be a teenager – or the parent of one! In a fast-paced world where things can change faster than a snapchat, it can be hard to keep up or know if you are doing the “right” thing. Thankfully, God knows just how our kids are wired, and he loves them even more than we do. Whether we are concerned about our teenagers’ safety, character, relationships, or anything else, we can take our cares to God, knowing that he has great plans for for their lives, and that he is powerful enough to accomplish them!

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The Undertakers Wife

417Ok73aWpLJoin us for our very first Changing Seasons book launch!  I’ll be interviewing Dee Oliver, whose story about her life as an undertaker’s wife is touching, practical, and sometimes laugh-out-loud funny.  Tickets are just $20 each for this evening event – please visit www.changingseasons.org for more information.

Wednesday, March 25th, 7:00 p.m.

The Princess Anne Country Club

Virginia Beach, VA

 

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The Marriage Course

photoThe Alpha Marriage Course runs Sunday evenings, January 11 – February 22, 2015.  Topics covered include communication, dealing with finances and in-laws, knowing how best to show and receive love, increasing intimacy, extending forgiveness, and more!  Teaching is lecture format, with extended time for couples to talk privately with one another (no small groups or open discussion time).

Cost:  $65 per couple (includes two guest manuals and six candlelit dinners!)

Space is limited to 25 couples.  For more information or to register, please contact Ruth Wilkins at 757-428-3573 or ruth@galileechurch.net.

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Galilee Church

at 9:00 am

Topic: The Stories You Grew Up On (and why they still matter today)

Location:
3928 Pacific Avenue
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451

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Galilee Church

at 9:00 am

Topic: The Stories You Grew Up On (and why they still matter today)

Location:
3928 Pacific Avenue
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451

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Galilee Church

at 9:00 am

Topic: The Stories You Grew Up On (and why they still matter today)

Location:
3928 Pacific Avenue
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451

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