Parhaat Serve Denton Podcastit (2024)

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The Challenges of Parenting in a Transracial Adoption (feat. Julie Etter) 58:41

24d ago58:41

58:41

Transracial adoption is not a new topic to The Riverside Project Podcast. We had the honor of speaking with Isaac Etter in a past episode on this topic and today we are talking with his adoptive mother, Julie. Julie Etter is an adoptive mom along with her husband. They have five children—two through adoption and three biologically. Julie is a belov…

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What is TBRI®? (feat. Mitzi McBride) 35:31

2M ago35:31

35:31

You may have heard of the term Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI) or trauma-informed care before, but you may not know what it is or how it can help transform how we care for children in foster care. To help us dive deeper into this topic is Mitzi McBride. Mitzi is not only well-versed in TBRI® but is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker…

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The Extraordinary Power of Belonging (feat. Gaelin Elmore) 56:16

3M ago56:16

56:16

“Despite all the bad circumstances that I dealt with and navigated, there were people who were meeting my belonging needs in a way that allowed me to continue to grow, learn, and thrive in spite of the things I was experiencing.” Children in foster care are often deeply longing for connection, intimacy, and relationships. How can we offer children …

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How Any Church Can Serve Those Involved in Foster Care (feat. Mireya Scholes, Atascocita Community Church) 39:42

4M ago39:42

39:42

This episode of The Riverside Project Podcast is hosted by Chandler James, our Director of Church Mobilization. We are so excited to have him in this seat today! Collaboration is a big part of what we do at The Riverside Project. It’s how we connect, share resources, communicate about the needs of families and children in foster care, and more. For…

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The Impact of Long-Term Mentorship (feat. Brandon Denton, Friends of the Children Houston) 44:30

5M ago44:30

44:30

Do you know what the single most important factor in overcoming childhood adversity is? Research found that it is a long-term, nurturing relationship with a consistent and caring adult. Today, we are talking with Brandon Denton who has an impressive resume full of experiences and passion. Brandon was the Founding Executive Director of Friends of th…

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From the Vault: What is the River? (feat. Jason Johnson, CAFO) 35:53

6M ago35:53

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May is National Foster Care Awareness Month! During this month, we’re not only raising awareness about foster care, but we are also celebrating the beautiful work of collaboration in this space. (Watch our new “As One” documentary series here for some incredible stories about the work happening in our city.) With this focus, we are revisiting the v…

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Unlocking Purpose for the Vulnerable (feat. Brian Meza, Petra Cares) 36:28

6M ago36:28

36:28

For young adults who faced significant challenges growing up, it can be very hard to successfully transition into the workforce. They may not have the resources or self-confidence to strive for a fulfilling career. As a result, they may end up unemployed or stuck in a cycle of jobs that don’t offer upward mobility. Today’s guest, Brian Meza, is tac…

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Navigating Transracial Adoption: A Personal Journey (feat. Isaac Etter, Identity) 50:31

7M ago50:31

50:31

Adopting children who are of a different race than your own can be a beautiful thing. But many parents who do so make one crucial mistake—they try to disregard the topic of race altogether. They may feel uncomfortable addressing this subject or think that it’s better just to ignore it. But the truth is, in order to set children up for success, you …

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Showing Up For Children in the Way They Deserve (feat. Chelsea Floro, Moses Closet of The Woodlands) 46:48

7M ago46:48

46:48

Life as a foster parent is a constant learning process. You complete extensive training, but quickly realize that there's always more to learn. As you figure out the best ways to meet the needs of the children in your care, one thing continues to become clear—every child comes with their own unique needs. The best way to grow in how you're supporti…

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Helping Birth Parents Make Positive Changes (feat. Catherine Vannatta & Tiffany Maggret) 50:13

8M ago50:13

50:13

The foster care system’s primary goal is to serve the best interests of the families within it. Whenever possible, that means reuniting biological parents with their children. To help a family heal, birth parents need intentional support. But all too often, they aren’t given the resources they need to overcome their challenging life circumstances a…

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From Foster Youth to Social Worker (feat. Travis Hand, Texas Children’s Hospital) 36:17

8M ago36:17

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It’s a joy to have Travis Hand, a Licensed Master Social Worker who currently serves as a Behavioral Health Specialist at Texas Children’s Hospital, on our latest episode of the podcast. Once a teen struggling to navigate the challenges of growing up in the foster care system, Travis gained a strong passion for social work in college. This conversa…

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Improving the System Together (feat. Shaundricka Easley, Texas Department of Family Protective Services) 28:56

9M ago28:56

28:56

We are delighted to have the Deputy Regional Director at the Texas Department of Family Protective Services, Shaundricka Easley, on the podcast. She has been with the department for over 15 years and had various roles during that time as well as served all 13 counties across the Houston area. Shaundricka gives us unique insight from her vast experi…

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Walking with Families for the Long Haul (feat. Jenni Lord) 42:43

9M ago42:43

42:43

“Who is with them long term?” This is the question that Jenni Lord started asking after her organization helped fund hundreds of adoptions. What she realized is that the breakdown of these adoptive families often stemmed from the parents not being equipped to handle the behaviors and challenges that came along with trauma. Today, Jenni Lord is a re…

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A Dedication to Child and Family Well-Being (feat. Jesse Booher, DePelchin Children's Center) 44:17

10M ago44:17

44:17

DePelchin Children’s Center has existed for over 130 years and has continued to evolve to meet the needs of the community. Their mission is to strengthen the lives of children by enhancing their mental health and physical well-being in Houston and central Texas. Jesse Booher is the Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer of DePelchin Chi…

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Creating Safe Spaces for the Next Generation (feat. Chandler James) 32:42

11M ago32:42

32:42

It all started with a simple napkin exercise. Chandler James was asked to write his dream on a napkin. Initially, it seemed like a silly exercise but when he was finished his napkin read: creating safe spaces for the next generation. Chandler James is our Director of Church Mobilization here at The Riverside Project. He has worked in a number of lo…

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Finding Success in Education for Foster Youth (feat. Dr. Danisha Keating) 49:31

12M ago49:31

49:31

Foster youth face many challenges, and education can be one of them. In fact, studies show that just 4% of children who have experienced foster care will go on to obtain a four-year college degree. Children who are involved within the foster care system also experience a higher number of school transitions, lower academic achievement, heightened ex…

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What Is International Foster Care? (feat. Krista Kesseler) 28:29

1y ago28:29

28:29

Anytime there is news related to the border or a refugee crisis, we frequently hear this question: “How does our city serve unaccompanied minors and refugees that come to our country without their parents? Does this affect the foster care community?” You may never have heard the term “international foster care” before, but this is a unique and impo…

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Offering Your Family to a Child in Foster Care (feat. Jennifer Clifford) 40:17

1y ago40:17

40:17

This is not working. What do we do next? After several infertility treatments, Jennifer Clifford and her husband, Ryan, asked themselves this question. After a discussion and an informational meeting about foster care, they came to the conclusion that God was closing the door to biological children and opening the door to foster care, specifically …

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Learning to Listen to One Another (feat. Luevenia Chapman) 29:18

1+ y ago29:18

29:18

There's a place for everyone in supporting children and families here in Houston. That's something we believe firmly here at The Riverside Project. Today, we have the opportunity to share our conversation with Luevenia Chapman, co-founder and Program Director for Hearts with Hope Foundation, a local general residential operation (GRO) that provides…

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Houston PEARLS (feat. Judge Susan Brown & Judge Dena Fisher) 30:04

1+ y ago30:04

30:04

Healing happens in the context of relationship. As Dr. Bruce Perry says, “Relationships matter: the currency for systemic change is trust, and trust comes through forming healthy, working relationships. People, not programs, change people.” Programs and services for children in foster care are helpful, but when it comes to producing long term heali…

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It's an Honor to Serve

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Momma's Day

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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The Sign of Jonah

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Jared Shover

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Keeping Families Together: Addressing Needs of Relative Caregivers (feat. Dr. Valerie Jackson) 27:36

1+ y ago27:36

27:36

Extended relatives, such as grandparents, aunts/uncles, cousins, and even close friends (referred to as “fictive kin”) have always been a stabilizing force in the family system. These relationships have historically been, and are still today, a vital source of safety and permanency for children. In this episode, Dr. Valerie Jackson shares how Monar…

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Haggai

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Corey Newman

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Freed

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Divine Appointments

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Why Should I Let You In?

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Navigating Healthcare Challenges of Children in Foster Care (feat. Texas Children's Hospital) 30:04

1+ y ago30:04

30:04

We know from ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) research that child abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction are linked to increased risk for poor social, emotional, and physical health outcomes. The Division of Public Health Pediatrics at Texas Children's Hospital was established in 2015 to prevent and mitigate childhood adversities and to prov…

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The Transfiguration

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Jared Shover

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Be the One

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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He is Worthy

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Get Your Mind Right

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Proximity Matters (feat. Kingwood Methodist Church) 33:00

1+ y ago33:00

33:00

"Hope is found near the ground, in close proximity to the struggle." In this episode, Nanette Lynch and Clint Wylie with Kingwood Methodist Church tell the story of how their church began serving kids and families involved with the foster care system, and how their ministry has evolved over time. We also discuss the joy of saying "yes" to hard thin…

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Pick Up, and Go

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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The Sufficient Healing of Christ

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Jordan Eiras

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The Wonder Years, Pt. 2

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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The Wonder Years

1+ y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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The Early Years, Pt. 3: Jesus Goes Home

2y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Raising the Bar (feat. Tara Grigg Green, Foster Care Advocacy Center) 34:30

2y ago34:30

34:30

What could it look like to raise the standard of care from "better to nothing" to "excellence" for vulnerable children and families who are involved with the child welfare system? In this episode, Tara Grigg Green (founder and Executive Director of the Foster Care Advocacy Center) shares how FCAC is providing high-quality, multidisciplinary legal r…

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The Early Years, Pt. 2

2y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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The Early Years

2y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Christmas is Over, What's Next?

2y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Equipping the Church to Support Families in Crisis 26:26

2y ago26:26

26:26

The Church is called to be in the place where the world is in pain. We often hear from church leaders that they recognize the need and deeply desire to support vulnerable families within their congregations and in their communities, but they just don't know where to start. In this episode, Toni Steere, Director of Legacy 68:5 at Houston's First Bap…

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The Cast Of The Christmas Story

2y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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Cleaning House

2y ago

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Kirjoittanut Mike Spencer

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What is Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)? 33:17

2y ago33:17

33:17

Just a few decades ago it was believed that children who experienced extreme abuse and neglect suffered damage to their brain that was irreparable. We now know that damage caused by traumatic experiences can be healed over time through the context of loving, stable, healthy relationships. In other words, trauma that happens in relationship must be …