Generation Arrow

Keeley Schafer

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, was caught in the crossfire of divorce as a child and unfortunately became an innocent casualty. The pain, rejection, and continuous family drama made an indelible mark in her life and she vowed that things would be different with her children. She is now driven to help future generations successfully navigate faith and family. Full of biblical insight and inspiration, the Generation Arrow podcast will deliver the encouragement and guidance you need to confidently raise your children to fulfill their God-given purpose. As a teacher, leader mom, and author of “Arrows, Raising Children to Hit their God-Given Mark,” Keeley is cheering you on. You can do this! read less
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Episodes

Ep 23: Believing the Impossible for Your Kids with Denise Dietz
Apr 27 2022
Ep 23: Believing the Impossible for Your Kids with Denise Dietz
Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, welcomes her friend of 29 years, Denise Dietz. Denise shares her journey of triumph as she believed the impossible for her adoptive son, Mycheal. Although he faced what seemed to be insurmountable challenges from his past abuse, social skill deficits, and delayed learning, she refused to give up on God's amazing purpose for his life.Keeley and Denise openly discuss:The temptation to succumb to negative labels placed on our childrenHow the Holy Spirit leads us to solutions that get right to the root of thingsHow to combat the negative, screaming circumstances The creative power of our words Choosing to believe for the impossible As parents, we have to be brave enough to stand in the gap for our kids. We have to risk looking foolish by saying, “No one has the power to determine my children’s value but God and I choose to believe what he says about them.”You CAN believe the impossible for your kids!The following two episodes were mentioned:Debunking the Myths of Co-Parenting After Divorce with Denise Dietzhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1783391/episodes/9700979God's Secret Weapon for Parentinghttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1783391/episodes/10074466Denise Dietz Contact Infohttps://seedsoflifecoaching.com/For co-parenting mediation or coaching, email Keeley Schafer at info@generationarrow.lifeGeneration Arrow Parenting Resources:Follow our Instagram page @generationarrow_officialhttps://www.instagram.com/generationarrow_official/Like us on Facebook at Generation Arrowhttps://www.facebook.com/generationarrowFor more information about Generation Arrow or to contact us, please go to https://www.generationarrow.life
Ep 21: Recovering from Church Hurt with Amanda Hebert
Mar 30 2022
Ep 21: Recovering from Church Hurt with Amanda Hebert
Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  welcomes her friend, Amanda Hebert, to candidly talk about church hurt . If you've been a Christian very long, you most likely have had plenty of opportunities to be offended or hurt by your church leaders. Unfortunately, many families are jumping ship from attending church because of the pain they've experienced. But the negative impact of doing so is far reaching.In this episode Amanda and Keeley discuss:The dangers of pulling your family away from churchWhy offense, especially related to the church, is so difficult to overcomeThe  impact church hurt has on your children's future church attendance as adultsThe effects of speaking negatively about church leaders in front of your childrenHow to move past church hurt and healIt's not a matter of "if" you'll be offended from a church leader but "when."  There's a healthy way to show your kids "this is what we do when we get hurt." This episode breaks it all down. You don’t have to stay another day full of hurt, pain, and unforgiveness towards a church leader again. Instagram Page for Amanda Heberthttps://www.instagram.com/thefunnyamanda/Facebook Page for Amanda Heberthttps://www.facebook.com/TheFunnyAmanda/To book Amanda Hebert for a comedy event, email thefunnyamanda@gmail.comKeeley referenced her past podcast, "The Power of Church Attendance."https://www.buzzsprout.com/1783391/episodes/8839387For parenting or co-parenting mediation/coaching, email Keeley Schafer at info@generationarrow.lifeGeneration Arrow Parenting Resources:Follow our Instagram page @generationarrow_officialhttps://www.instagram.com/generationarrow_official/Like us on Facebook at Generation Arrowhttps://www.facebook.com/generationarrowFor more information about Generation Arrow or to contact us, please go to https://www.generationarrow.life
Ep 19: The Power of God's Love for Parents with Pastor Keith Cistrunk
Mar 2 2022
Ep 19: The Power of God's Love for Parents with Pastor Keith Cistrunk
Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  has a transparent and life giving discussion on this episode with one of her pastors, Keith Cistrunk.  With many parents coming from broken and dysfunctional homes, not having a healthy family model is leaving them empty handed when it comes to caring for their children. This episode goes straight to the root of overcoming the fears of parenting failure and inadequacy, as Pastor Keith talks about his own struggles as a child and the transforming power of God's love in his life.In this episode, Pastor Keith and Keeley shine light on:The fatherless syndromeThe performance trapThe key to disseminating fears of failurePractical steps to becoming firmly rooted and grounded in God's loveA dynamic prayer in the New Testament to help you grow in the love of GodIf you've ever felt like the way you were raised or the mistakes you've made have created an invisible barrier that prevents you from loving your kids the way they deserve, this episode is for you.Instagram Page for Pastor Keith Cistrunkhttps://www.instagram.com/keithcistrunk/Facebook Page for Pastor Keith Cistrunkhttps://www.facebook.com/keith.cistrunkYoutube Page for Pastor Keith Cistrunkhttps://www.youtube.com/c/KeithCistrunkGeneration Arrow Parenting Resources:For parenting or co-parenting mediation/coaching, email Keeley Schafer at info@generationarrow.lifeFollow our Instagram page @generationarrow_officialhttps://www.instagram.com/generationarrow_official/Like us on Facebook at Generation Arrowhttps://www.facebook.com/generationarrowFor more information about Generation Arrow go to:http://generationarrow.lifeContact us at info@generationarrow.life
Ep 17: Preparing Your Kids to Be Marriage Ready with Kim McQuitty from Wife Ready
Feb 2 2022
Ep 17: Preparing Your Kids to Be Marriage Ready with Kim McQuitty from Wife Ready
Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  welcomes her friend, Kim McQuitty, from Wife Ready to share a refreshing and insightful discussion on preparing your kids to be marriage ready. When it comes to our children choosing a future spouse, we can't leave it all up to chance. Although marriage has its own set of challenges, there are many things we can do as parents to help smooth out potential potholes ahead.In this episode, Kim and Keeley share wisdom on:When should you start preparing your kids for marriageHow to be praying for them and their future spousesDating guidelines How to maximize the season of singlenessThe number one way to teach your children about marriageWith 50% of marriages ending in divorce, and that includes Christians too, we don't want our kids to just become another statistic. It's worth all the prayer and effort to help our children develop into purpose-filled, independent, confident adults who'll be marriage ready in the right season.Instagram Page for Wife Ready https://www.instagram.com/wifeready/Facebook Page for Wife Readyhttps://www.facebook.com/wifereadyWife Ready Websitehttp://areyouwifeready.com/For parenting or co-parenting mediation/coaching, email Keeley Schafer at info@generationarrow.lifeGeneration Arrow Parenting Resources:Follow our Instagram page @generationarrow_officialhttps://www.instagram.com/generationarrow_official/Like us on Facebook at Generation Arrowhttps://www.facebook.com/generationarrowFor more information about Generation Arrow or to contact us, please go to https://www.generationarrow.life
Ep 16: The Art of Letting Go - Releasing Your Kids Into the World
Jan 19 2022
Ep 16: The Art of Letting Go - Releasing Your Kids Into the World
On this episode, Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, shares with great transparency about her daughter's recent move over 1300 miles away and the challenges of finally releasing your children into adulthood.During this podcast, Keeley opens her heart on:The importance of our children being compared with arrowsWhat is the the pinnacle of parentingHow our emotions come into play when it comes to our children's destiniesThe key to making it easier to release our children into the worldThe surprising impact parenting makes on our livesWe have to be ready for our children's mighty day of release. This episode will cast vision to help prepare you for the challenging season when your kids leave home. Keeley's book, "Arrows, Raising Children to Hit Their God-Given Mark."https://www.amazon.com/Arrows-Raising-Children-Their-God-Given/dp/1513649523/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EYXQ0NODR53W&keywords=arrows+raising+children+to+hit&qid=1642518636&sprefix=arrows+raising+children+to+hit%2Caps%2C205&sr=8-1Keeley references the following song link in the podcast."For Good" from the musical Wicked https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzrGFQysfYUFor more inspirational parenting resources:Follow our Instagram page @generationarrow_officialhttps://www.instagram.com/generationarrow_official/Like us on Facebook at Generation Arrowhttps://www.facebook.com/generationarrowFor more information about Generation Arrow or to contact us, please go to https://www.generationarrow.life
Ep 15: Breaking the Cycle of Lack in Your Family with Pastor Scott Jones
Jan 5 2022
Ep 15: Breaking the Cycle of Lack in Your Family with Pastor Scott Jones
Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  welcomes her very own pastor, Pastor Scott Jones, to the podcast.  God has a lot to say about money and money management and that's great news for parents who are barely keeping their noses above water and "just surviving."  Pastor Scott offers his wise insight based on the Word of God on how to break the cycle of lack in your family.Pastor Scott and Keeley discuss:Why money and Christianity do not oppose one anotherWhy we can't pray magic wand prayers concerning our financesThe importance of giving God something to work withRelevant Bible examples of supernatural financial increaseThe power of a seedThe three keys to money managementIf you are struggling with your finances, God is not insensitive to your situation. The principles in this episode will start a domino chain reaction that will open up untold blessing for your family. It's time to break the cycle of lack once and for all. Your kids and grandkids will thank you.Rich Like You Series - Grace ChurchWeek 1 with Pastor Brett Joneshttps://www.grace.one/gracetv/2021-11-07Week 2 with Pastor Scott Joneshttps://www.grace.one/gracetv/2021-11-14Week 3 with Pastor Scott Joneshttps://www.grace.one/gracetv/2021-11-21Recommended Reading from the Episode:The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. ClasonThe Total Money Makeover by Dave RamseyInstagram Page for Pastor Scott Jones, Senior Pastor of Grace Church (Houston Area)https://www.instagram.com/scottrjones/For parenting or co-parenting mediation/coaching, email Keeley Schafer at info@generationarrow.lifeGeneration Arrow Parenting Resources:Follow our Instagram page @generationarrow_officialhttps://www.instagram.com/generationarrow_official/Like us on Facebook at Generation Arrowhttps://www.facebook.com/generationarrowFor more information about Generation Arrow or to contact us, please go to https://www.generationarrow.life
Ep 14: Debunking the Myths of Co-Parenting After Divorce with Denise Dietz
Dec 15 2021
Ep 14: Debunking the Myths of Co-Parenting After Divorce with Denise Dietz
Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  welcomes her dear friend of 28 years, Denise Dietz.  Denise candidly reveals her co-parenting challenges after divorce and the decisions she and her ex-husband made to maintain peace and stability in the lives of their children. Although divorce is not optimal, it happens, and many families have been impacted. Keeley and Denise openly discuss:How our pain can bleed into the fabric of our familiesDeveloping a healthy level of respect for your ex-spouse Defining clear communication boundariesFour steps to diffusing destructive emotions in conversationsThe importance of incorporating a weekly family meetingThe reason you can victoriously walk out this co-parenting journeyThis episode will offer hope and empowerment to everyone who has had to make the difficult transition of having to co-parent. Just because  you are divorced, it doesn't mean it's the beginning of your children's downfall.  Denise mentioned these four statements on effective communication:This is how I feelThis is what I think This is what I wantThis is what I needFor co-parenting mediation or coaching, email Keeley Schafer at info@generationarrow.lifeGeneration Arrow Parenting Resources:Follow our Instagram page @generationarrow_officialhttps://www.instagram.com/generationarrow_official/Like us on Facebook at Generation Arrowhttps://www.facebook.com/generationarrowFor more information about Generation Arrow or to contact us, please go to https://www.generationarrow.life