We believe in being a part of the holistic development of children and adolescents. So instead of creating a divide between parents and teachers, we partner with you to not just support the academic life, but also the home life. We created this space to encourage, inspire, and give helpful tools to parents. Events are typically held throughout the year, often connected to the monthly Maranatha Mornings gathering (last Friday of each month in the Coffee House). Check the school calendar for upcoming sessions.
Parenting Resources
- Focus on the family-Christian based parenting - Christian based parenting tips and resources
- Connected Families - Biblically based parenting education and resources
- Axis - Axis bridges the gap between generations so that kids and adults can have sincere, open, and honest conversations about their day-to-day lives.
- The Culture Translator by Axis - helping you stay up to date on the music, movies, TV shows, and social media trends impacting your kid’s world.
- Right Now Media - Video Bible studies for teens, children, and adults
Articles/Guides
5 Tips to Build Ongoing Communication. At Axis, we believe in the power of everyday conversations with teens. Each conversation you have is part of a longer exchange that lasts a lifetime. This one ongoing conversation is key to shaping a lasting faith in Jesus. Download the guide.
A Parents Guide to Teen Slang (2024 update) by Axis. Lost? Confused? Unable to understand your teens? Don’t worry; you’re in good company. Keeping up with latest teen slang terms is nearly impossible. New words are constantly being introduced, thanks to the influence of music, the Internet, apps, and celebrities (not to mention regional vernacular!). You may feel overwhelmed and lost when listening to your children/ grandchildren speaking, and it’ll only get worse when reading social media posts and hashtags. Use this guide as a reference for what’s widely popular right now in order to translate what teens are saying.
MCA Counseling Services
The Maranatha Counseling Department exists to provide comprehensive programming that addresses the development of the whole student including academic, career, social/emotional, and spiritual growth. By collaborating with school personnel, families, and community resources, the school counseling program provides every student opportunities to become spirit-driven leaders, critical thinkers, impactful innovators, courageous change agents, kingdom community builders, and compassionate problems solvers.
Teen Drivers
- Crashes, Car Insurance, and Beyond: The High Toll of Distracted Driving - Detailed information for parents and guardians regarding teen drivers.
- Car Insurance Guide for New Drivers & Their Parents
Social Services
- Minnesota Department of Human Services-Children’s Services - Various resources and services for families to utilize from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
- Hennepin County - Information for residents of Hennepin County
MN Adult & Teen Challenge
Tim Farrand-Community Outreach
timothy.farrand@mntc.org
612-238-6353
1619 Portland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404
- Aftercare program
- Majority of residents pay no out of pocket cost
- Short and long term drug and alcohol programs for teens
Lakeside Academy
Luke Groff-Admissions Manager
luke.groff@mntc.org
612-238-6700
100 Garrison Ave NE, Buffalo, MN 55313
- A Therapeutic Boarding School and Treatment for Boys ages 14-18
- Integrate outdoor and adventure activities into all aspects of the program
- Built on the foundation of faith-uses biblical principles that focus on fostering new behaviors, developing character, and on allowing each individual to recognize purpose and potential