Episode 306: Parenting and Leading with Purpose with Angie Hooie

In this episode, Nick sits down with David and Angie Hooie from Two Rivers Church to talk about healthy rhythms in ministry, marriage, parenting, and church leadership. Angie shares how their “Purposeful Parenting” group began as an experiment to help busy parents connect and grow spiritually, while David offers a unique perspective as the spouse of someone serving in vocational ministry.Together, they discuss practical ways to maintain a healthy marriage, avoid burnout in ministry, prioritize Sabbath, and create intentional family rhythms that last.Timestamps00:00 – Welcome and introductions00:42 – Meet David & Angie Hooie and their family02:14 – Angie’s role at Two Rivers Church and church growth03:10 – How the “Purposeful Parenting” group started05:06 – Why parents need connection and community06:03 – Why traditional small groups don’t work for some families08:47 – Parenting groups during church services and practical logistics10:14 – Topics parents are asking about most today11:21 – Technology, anxiety, discipline, and parenting challenges13:03 – Healthy marriage rhythms and putting God first16:31 – Love languages, communication, and understanding your spouse18:05 – Why couples need to keep dating after marriage19:15 – The “no talking about the kids” date night challenge21:00 – Supporting a spouse in vocational ministry22:57 – Ministry as a calling and learning to embrace the role25:05 – Worship, Sabbath, and staying spiritually healthy in ministry26:36 – Lessons from Israel and practicing intentional Sabbath rhythms28:03 – Ministry burnout and the importance of rest30:47 – How to connect with David & Angie Hooie31:09 – Final encouragement for ministry leaders and parentsIf you’re serving in ministry, raising kids, or trying to build healthier rhythms in your marriage and family, this episode is packed with practical encouragement and honest conversation.