Current Events
Into The Wildflowers Lifegroup through Radiant Church
(Women 18 and up)
Starting Feb. 8, 2010, House of Hope S.W. Michigan will sponsor and facilitate In the Wildflowers. We will begin a 11 week life group under the umbrella of Radiant Church, in Richland, Michigan. The first 8 women, 18 or above, who sign up will be enrolled. The Lord willing, we will run this group again in the spring Life group session for another 8 women. Please pray for the women the Lord leads into this group. We know God will deliver, heal and restore all who become a part of this amazing program. You can read more aboutIn the Wildflowers and see a promotional video at their site. American Association of Christian Counselors also promotes and sells this curriculum. You can find out more about AACC
Where- Valerie Norton's house : 14071 Jones RD, Battle Creek Mi 49017
When- Monday evenings
American Association of Christian Counselor Classes-Light University
AACC classes continue to progress within our House of Hope team. We have finished Caring for Teen's God's Way, Caring for People God's Way, Breaking Free and Marriage Works, Healthyt Sexuality. After we have completed five courses, we will fill out an application to complete our Biblical Counseling Certification. Our next courses begin June 16.
CARING FOR KIDS GOD'S WAY UNITS
Caring For Kids God's Way is a program of study designed to address issues that affect the lives of children. This course introduces the learner to the various challenges, developmental milestones, and crises that are a normal part of successfully navigating the period between childhood and adolescence. Featuring cutting-edge presentations by leading experts, this course will help equip an "army of leaders" who love and effectively care for children in our homes, churches, and communities.
UNDERSTANDING CHILDREN AND THEIR WORLD
CHAD 101 - Stress and Our Kids-Archibald Hart
The pressures on kids today are tremendous. Add to that parental expectations and protection and it becomes clear why childhood stress is showing itself to be an epidemic. Arch guides families into ways to de-stress kids (and parents) and rediscover the fun and joy of family life all over again.
CHAD 102 - Childhood Development: An Attachment Perspective-Gary Sibcy
Attachment theory emphasizes the emotional closeness of parents to their children and is proving an excellent framework for understanding child and adolescent development. Gary is an expert in this arena and teaches us how to create parent-child bonds that are anchored in safety and security.
CHAD 103 - Brain Development: The Neurobiology of Youth-Daniel Amen
Dr. Amen's profound challenge to concerned parents is, "Your child's brain is developing normally, even when they behave as if they are brain-dead!" A pioneer in brain imaging and assessment, he will guide us all on a tour of exciting new developments in brain science that will reveal so many answers to the questions of why children and youth act they way they do.
USBORNE BOOK FUNDRAISER BY LISA LALLY
Another wonderful woman of God has decided to run a fundraiser for us. You can now order all your Usborne books through her and a large percentage of the sales will go to House of Hope. Just go to: www.LisasBooks.com and click on our name on the right hand side. Usborne books are extremely popular with Homeschoolers and can be used with their curriculums.
House of Hope S.W. Michigan Board Meetings and New Board Member
Each month, House of Hope conducts Board of Directors Meetings to make decisions in what steps to take next in pursuing developing the House of Hope S.W. Michigan. We are proud to announce a new board member, Brian Berry, from Newark, Ohio. Brian (Manager of Human Resources) has worked for many years in Human Resources and Public relations in various corporations such as Kellogg Corporate, The Limited Brand, Scotts Miracle Grow, & OCLC. We are looking forward to all Brian will bring to the board with his unique gifts and talents!
Non-Resident Counseling
At the present time, we are doing non-resident prayer counseling with several young girls & their families. Please continue to pray for God's provision for a resident home for House of Hope S.W. Michigan.
Feature articles in local papers:
Keep an eye out in the area papers for upcoming feature stories on House of Hope S.W. Michigan! Be sure and check out our In The News section to read the articles that have already been released!