Do you ever feel unsure how to lead your kids in prayer without it feeling forced or awkward?
In this refreshing episode of The Collide Podcast, we sit down with Erica Renaud, speaker and author of Pray with Me: Help Your Children Engage in Authentic and Powerful Prayer. Erica shares practical, grace-filled ways to cultivate a rich prayer life within your family. From letting go of pressure and perfection to engaging kids with curiosity and creativity, this conversation is filled with wisdom for anyone hoping to raise children who truly know and talk with God.
About This Episode
Erica offers encouragement and insight for parents, grandparents, and ministry leaders who want to model a vibrant, authentic relationship with God through prayer. We talk about the challenges many adults face when it comes to prayer, and how those personal struggles can unknowingly shape a child’s experience with God. You’ll come away with practical tools and a fresh perspective on how to lead your family in meaningful conversations with God—without guilt, shame, or performance.
Meet Erica Renaud
Erica Renaud is a passionate speaker and author committed to helping families build meaningful spiritual practices. She’s the author of Pray with Me, a book that equips parents to invite children into authentic prayer. Erica is also the founder of two prayer initiatives, an active church leader, and a mother of five. She recently added “art teacher” to her resume, bringing her creativity and faith into new spaces. Whether through writing, speaking, or parenting, Erica is devoted to cultivating connection—with God and with others.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
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How to invite children into prayer without pressure or performance
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Why our own relationship with prayer matters when leading kids spiritually
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Creative, kid-friendly ways to talk to God together as a family
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How to shift the view of God from “gift-giver” to “loving Father”
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Encouragement for parents and leaders who feel unequipped or unsure
How This Episode Will Encourage You
You’ll walk away from this episode with fresh hope and practical inspiration for making prayer a meaningful part of your family’s life. Whether you’re guiding a toddler or a teen, Erica’s compassionate wisdom will help you create space for connection, vulnerability, and spiritual growth—in your child’s heart and your own.
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