Our team consists of only eight individuals, but several volunteer trainers and many more prayer warriors! While we are small, we are always amazed by what God allows us to accomplish each year. Please join us in praise to our Lord for each of the following. We would love for you to join us in … Read more
Anxiety. It is a word we seem to be hearing in many places today and used in a variety of contexts. However, what is anxiety? According to The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, anxiety is “A state of uneasiness and apprehension, as about future uncertainties.” Another explanation from this source states that anxiety is
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Being a young man today often feels like standing in the middle of a tug-of-war. We’re pulled in numerous different directions by expectations — from school, friends, family, and especially the culture around us. Many of my peers my age are trying to figure out who we’re supposed to be, but it’s hard when the messages we receive are so mixed. After reflecting on this and discussing it with friends, I believe there are several challenges that guys like me are currently facing.
There are many issues that Generation Z men face today. This group, born between 1997-2009, are struggling to understand their God-given role as the “keeper of the garden”1. In the US alone, one out of every four boys is growing up without a father in their home, which is proving to lead to many of the societal issues (as seen below). If they do not have strong role models to help them see God’s purposes for their lives, how will they be able to rise above these challenges and fulfill their purposes?
Generation Z women were born between 1997 and 2009, making them between 16 and 28 years old today. This generation of women is the first to grow up with a variety of technologies, such as the iPhone and the internet, which all prior generations at least had some time without. Despite the capabilities at their hands, this generation of women is facing more mental health challenges than any other generation as well.
In today’s society, women face many challenges that persist from day to day. While there are countless challenges plaguing women specifically in Gen Z, five issues stand out the most.
Firstly, women in Gen Z struggle with mental health issues. While mental health issues are common among people, no matter the gender or age, women in Gen Z face a significant amount of stress, anxiety, and depression due to the increasing number of social media platforms.
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It’s always good to reflect. During our CCTI’s recent goal-planning retreat, we wanted to review what we are doing well and how we can continue to improve. We looked at past works, including our Barnabas editions, which date back to 1999! We continue to be blessed by many educated and talented contributors who write to share their knowledge … Read more
Our hearts are weary and overwhelmed as we daily hear of more crises and traumas facing children. At times, we can feel the needs are too many, and our abilities are too few. However, in these times of despair, we must come to our Father in prayer and remind ourselves of who He is, His … Read more
This Newly Revised Trauma and Crisis Care core module presents foundational issues and principles that provide an understanding of children’s traumatic experiences and the resulting impact of trauma. Additionally, it addresses planning and implementation of biblical interventions in order to bring healing and hope to hurting children. This foundational course … Read More
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