Community is the Secret Sauce

by Dawn Trautman Every Saturday, my church opens its doors and passes out hundreds of meals. We never ask for identification. We never ask what anyone believes. All we have is our belief that all humans deserve a meal. It is common for churches to provide meals and other necessities to our neighbors. In fact, meeting the physical needs of our communities is a bedrock … Continue reading Community is the Secret Sauce

Me? A First Responder? Considerations When Identifying Youth Risk Behaviors

The importance of psychological well-being in children and adolescents is well recog- nized. The growing mental health concerns of today’s youth are contributing significantly to the social and economic burden of society. Prevention and early intervention contribute to improved resiliency and outcomes for youth and their families. As youth workers in ministry, you may play a key role in early identification of mental health issues among this most vulnerable … Continue reading Me? A First Responder? Considerations When Identifying Youth Risk Behaviors