Tag Archives: student ministry

Inviting our friends and neighbors to the party…

Posted on January 31, 2016 by Dr. G

Is it wrong when we choose to withhold Jesus from the people whose paths we cross? Continue reading →

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What is child abuse: Definitions, signs, and symptoms

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Dr. G

Unfortunately, child abuse and neglect isn’t rare, even if we wish it were. This matters. Continue reading →

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Is the drive for success in Christian families making our kids sick?

Posted on January 10, 2016 by Dr. G

As Christians, we’re increasingly called to lead countercultural lives in embracing values very different than those embraced in the society in which we live. Shouldn’t our kids be “different” in their prevalence of anxiety-related illness and disability compared to their peers? Continue reading →

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One request from a survivor of childhood abuse

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Dr. G

If someone had taken action when I first disclosed my circumstances instead of dismissing my words because my family seemed fine, I believe it would have made a world of difference in my life. Continue reading →

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My 8 favorite Bible verses for special needs ministry (and the one I usually don’t use)

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Dr. G

These are the eight verses I use to emphasize the calling that each church has to include all people. Continue reading →

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Christmas time challenges for kids with common mental health conditions

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Dr. G

three practical strategies will help many kids with common mental health conditions and their families to better experience the peace and joy associated with the Christmas season! Continue reading →

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4 Reasons Traumatized Kids Need Mentally Healthy Parents

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Dr. G

Children of depressed parents have a higher risk of developing PTSD. Continue reading →

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Why and How Childhood PTSD Is Often Misdiagnosed

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Dr. G

Here are some reasons childhood PTSD is often misdiagnosed. Continue reading →

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Childhood PTSD Symptoms in Tots, Teens, and In Between

Posted on October 15, 2015 by Dr. G

Symptoms of childhood PTSD change as children mature. Behavioral clues and symptoms in a 2-year-old will be different from those of an 8-year-old, and the 8-year-old’s symptoms may be markedly different from those of an 17-year-old. Continue reading →

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Simply the right thing to do…

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Dr. G

Can we still call ourselves churches if we don’t care enough about others to consider their lives and their needs? Or would it be more accurate to paint over “church” and replace it with “country club” or “social group” instead? Continue reading →

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