| |  | | Good Dads at the Capitol and The Transformative Power of Fatherhood January 31st, 2025 | | | | | | The Transformative Power of Fatherhood Exploring "The Difference a Dad Makes" | | | This week on The Dad Factor blog, we’re summarizing our favorite takeaways from the recent episode of The Difference a Dad Makes!
The debut episode of "The Difference a Dad Makes" podcast brings together co-hosts Dr. Jennifer L. Baker and J. Fotsch as they introduce Brian Mattson, the lead pastor at the Downtown Church in Springfield, MO. Brian is also a musician and proud father of two young children. This heartfelt conversation dives deep into the vital role dads, mentors, and male role models play in shaping not only their own children but also the lives of those who lack a father figure. | | “(Brian's) story of supporting his wife during the early months of their children’s lives underscores a critical point: Dads provide stability and support that benefit not only their kids, but their partners as well." | | GOOD DADS PODCAST: IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | | | January was an eventful month for us at Good Dads, including the filming and production of brand-new podcast episodes you won't want to miss!
Good Dads Great Communities - Ep. 1: Why Dads are Critical to Community Well-Being
The Intentional Dad - Ep. 1: Parenting with Focus and Determination
The Difference a Dad Makes - Ep. 1: The Importance of Mentors & Role Models
Hot Topics - Ep. 1: Why Affection Matters in Fatherhood | | GOOD DADS 2025 REUNION: BRINGING IT HOME | | | Good Dads chapter leaders and facilitators: You are invited to attend Good Dads’ first-ever reunion! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet other father-focused individuals while participating in a broad exploration of the many ways we can support fathers and their fathers.
We also invite proposals for 75-minute sessions to be presented at the event. We welcome submissions from educators, researchers, practitioners and thought leaders who wish to contribute to the ways we encourage and promote responsible fatherhood. | | CLASS COMPLETION: MARVELOUS MT. VERNON | | Last Thursday, ten fathers successfully completed the Good Dads 2.0 course held at the Whosoever House in Mt. Vernon. Way to go! Thank you to Dwight Neher and Dick Clay for facilitating these classes. | | STRONG SCHOOLS: AWESOME ALPHA HART LEWIS | | Columbia, MO continues to see their schools participate in Strong Schools morning breakfasts and activities. Last Wednesday morning was no different as more than 30 dads and 50 students from Alpha Hart Lewis Elementary joined us for their very first Strong Schools event. Way to go, Huskies! | | PHENOMENAL FORSYTH ELEMENTARY | | This Monday, Forsyth Elementary students and fathers made unique family calendars, something that will surely serve as a fond memory in the future. Thanks for having us, Forsyth! | | BRILLIANT BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY | | | Meanwhile, on the same Monday morning, Buchanan Elementary in Branson, MO had a fun-filled morning of their own!
Good Dads continues to make a difference in the lives of both fathers and their children. | | | Several members of the Good Dads team, including executive staff, board members and facilitators, caravanned to Jefferson City on Tuesday to meet with Missouri legislators for important discussions on the importance of engaged fatherhood.
Our sincere thanks to all the elected members of the Missouri General Assembly who took time out of their busy day to learn about the impact of father absence, the innovative solutions stemming from responsible fatherhood programs, and how Good Dads is building great communities across the state. | | NEW CONTEST: GREAT COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR | | Does your community uniquely represent the Good Dads mission to help kids and communities one dad at a time? Submit your Contest Entry for a chance to win the $10,000 grand prize. But hurry! All entries are due by May 1, 2025. | | Become a Captain with Good Dads Strong Schools | | Lead a New Pathways for Good Dads Class | | Help us Spread the Good Dads Vision | | | I used to play piano by ear... Now I use my hands! | | | What's a cat's favorite color? Purr-ple! | | | Last week, we asked subscribers which of the listed animal homes would they like to live in. Here's how they responded...
- A dog house - 9%
- A bird nest - 0%
- A rabbit burrow - 18%
- A fox den - 9%
- A squirrel tree hollow - 0%
- A beaver lodge - 64%
And the winner is a beaver lodge! Beavers are very social creatures, forming strong family bonds. Beavers mate for life, and their babies are called "kits." | | | Good Dads' 2025 reunion is set for July 18th, so don't forget to mark your calendars! This year's theme is Bringing It Home, and Good Dads is all about building safe and stable homes for families.
Speaking of homes, this week's trivia question is all about a famous home: The home of the president! While we know it as The White House, it's been known by many other names, such as "The President's House," and "The Executive Mansion." But one person is credited for solidifying the White House name. Do you know who is is? | | | Who officially named The White House in 1901? | | | | We'll reveal the answer in next week's newsletter! | | — Special Thanks to Our Business Partners — | | |
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