Bridging Faith and Family
Welcome to “Faithful Kids”
GMU Christian Education Research Center!
The Faithful Kids Christian Education Research Center at Grace Mission University (GMU) was established as part of the Christian Parenting and Caregiving Initiative (CPCI), a project supported by a grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
Through CPCI, GMU is deeply committed to strengthening faith formation within Korean immigrant families. We pay particular attention to the unique intergenerational and cultural challenges faced by Korean American Christian households, helping parents and caregivers grow together with their children in faith through practical resources, guidance, and supportive faith communities.
In addition, we are dedicated to creating ASD-friendly church environments where every family is valued, included, and supported.
We serve as a vital bridge between scholarly research and real-world family ministry, ensuring every family feels loved and supported in their faith journey regardless of unique challenges they may face.
Family Conversation Kit
Building Faith Through Dialogue
“Let’s Talk” Family Conversation Kit is designed specifically for Korean immigrant families to encourage meaningful faith conversations between parents and children on a variety of topics that connect everyday life with Christian values.
Features:
12 Topics – Encourages meaningful conversations between parents and children on a variety of themes
Age-Appropriate Conversation Guides – Designed for elementary-aged children and their parents, with engaging questions and discussion prompts
Bilingual Format (Korean & English) – Developed especially for Korean immigrant families to use at home or in church settings
Bible Verse and Short Prayer – Each topic includes a Scripture passage and a short prayer for family reflection and closing
Educational Resources and Videos – Accessible through QR codes and continually updated for ongoing engagement
Guidelines for Healthy Parent–Child Communication – Supports positive interaction and relationship building within the family
Age-Appropriate Conversation Guides – Designed for elementary-aged children and their parents, with engaging questions and discussion prompts
Bilingual Format (Korean & English) – Developed especially for Korean immigrant families to use at home or in church settings
Bible Verse and Short Prayer – Each topic includes a Scripture passage and a short prayer for family reflection and closing
Educational Resources and Videos – Accessible through QR codes and continually updated for ongoing engagement
Guidelines for Healthy Parent–Child Communication – Supports positive interaction and relationship building within the family