Can Talk Meh?
Can Talk Meh? Talking Sex and Gender with Children
Engaging in conversations about sexuality with children can present challenges for many Christian parents, such as discussing the birds and bees and addressing risks like internet pornography. This workshop provides participants with insights to address and understand children’s inquiries and anxieties regarding sex and gender.
Attendees will acquire practical strategies for initiating and sustaining open discussions that are in harmony with Christian values. This includes an examination of how developmental stages, media, and cultural influences shape children’s perspectives. Join us to enhance confidence in navigating these crucial conversations within the context of Christian parenting.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
– Adapt conversations about sexuality that is age appropriate
– Understand Biblical perspectives to sex and sexuality issues and parents’ roles in this conversation
– Discuss the impact of media and peers on children’s understanding of sexuality
– Develop open and honest communication about sexuality within the context of Christian values
– Explore common questions and concerns that children may have about sexuality
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
– Christian parents of children and adolescents
– Youth group leaders, advisors, and mentors
– Sunday school teachers and Christian educators
– Pastors and religious leaders involved in family ministry
– Professionals interested in integrating faithbased approaches in counselling
DATE: Saturday, 25 January 2025
TIME: 9.30am–12.30pm
VENUE: Asian Pastoral Institute, 20 Aljunied Road, Singapore 389805
FEE: SGD 60 PER PAX
For enquiries, please contact Sam Leow at 6304 3782 or email sowerinstitute@biblesociety.sg
Organised by:
Sower Institute for Biblical Discipleship & Asian Pastoral Institute
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About the Speaker(s)
Mr David Ho
MA (Counselling & Community Work), MA (Pastoral Studies)
David is a volunteer counsellor with several Family Service Centres, and has counselled youths, adults, and married couples on family issues. He is also volunteered at half-way houses for drug offenders seeking to transit back to society. David was a civil engineer and worked in the Oil and Gas Industry. He serves as a church elder and supervises house groups and chairs the Facilities & Assets Management of his church. He is also kept busy as a father of 4 children.
Ms Jacinda Tan
MA (Applied Psychology), BA Hons (Social Science) in Social Work
Jacinda has worked in the social service sector for more than 15 years with a main focus in both children and youths. Her rehabilitation and protection work has covered youth-at-risk, protection of children, offending youths and adults, including those with mental illness. She currently leads a team at work and supervises social work interns.
