Why Christians Must Protect Children: Part 1 (With Katy Faust)
Children get hurt every time a society moves away from Biblical morality. We’ve seen this with abortion, the transgender movement, and even the expansion of gambling. That is why it is critical for Christians to care for children who are being harmed by society and take steps to prevent further harm. This week on Family […]
Abortion Drug Restrictions, Transgender “Treatments,” the Opportunity Scholarship, and the National Day of Prayer
Welcome to this week’s episode of NC Family’s Weekly Update, where we share the highlights of the past week at the N.C. General Assembly and beyond. In this episode, we cover: Information about the abortion drug restrictions in North Carolina that were struck down by a federal judge; The transgender “treatments” that the 4th Circuit […]
How to Create a Media-Savvy Family (With Adam Holz)
The rise of smartphones, tablets, and other technology-driven devices over the last few decades has forced many parents to consider how to best manage this relatively new cultural phenomenon – for both them and their children. There are so many different opinions, and new studies are coming out all of the time, sharing the pros […]
How To Combat A Family-Unfriendly Culture (With Timothy Carney)
Parenting is hard. And our culture has made it even harder, pushing parents to do more and more to invest in and protect their children. The result of all of this effort? Record rates of anxiety, depression, medication, debt, and loneliness. So what gives? And what can we do better? This week on Family Policy […]
Is Masculinity Really Toxic? (with Nancy Pearcey)
Over the last several decades, the feminist movement has waged a war on men and condemned masculinity as “toxic.” But how did we get here? Is this an accurate view of men? And how do we reckon with the long-term consequences of this aspect of the culture war in our nation? This week on Family Policy […]
How to Teach Your Children a Biblical Worldview (with Dr. George Barna)
Did you know that the majority of church leaders, including youth pastors, don’t have a biblical worldview? In light of this, it is more critical than ever that parents engage with their children and work to instill in them a knowledge, understanding, and love of God’s Word. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette […]
Can Getting Married Save Civilization? With Dr. Brad Wilcox
Marriage rates have dropped 65% in the last 50 years. Many individuals no longer value getting married the way they used to, and this is having many negative effects on our society. Why does marriage matter so much, and how do we get people to see its importance? This week on Family Policy Matters, host […]
Valentine’s, Ashes, and Marriage
February 14’s commemoration of the third-century Roman St. Valentine spurs many American couples to celebrate their affection with flowers, chocolates, fancy dinners, and sometimes even a marriage proposal. However, this Valentine’s Day, fewer young American adults will celebrate as couples. Pew reports that about one-third of women under 30 and a staggering 63% of men […]
Zuckerberg Apologizes, What Parents Should Know About Social Media
Last week, Meta (formerly Facebook) CEO Mark Zuckerberg apologized to parents attending a U.S. Senate hearing on online child safety. Dozens of parents in attendance said that Instagram contributed to their children’s suicides or exploitation. “I’m sorry for everything you’ve all gone through,” Zuckerberg said after being pressed about whether he would apologize to the parents […]
How NC Schools Have (and Have Not) Adopted the Parents’ Bill of Rights
In August, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the Parents’ Bill of Rights. This pivotal legislation reinforces the central role of parents in their children’s upbringing with special attention given to the areas of education and healthcare. Since its passage, the bill’s implementation has varied across the state’s many school districts, with some districts showing […]