Teens face difficult, painful stuff in life--and they shouldn't struggle alone. But what do you say? How do you help? What if you make things worse?
This rapid-response handbook gives you and your youth group the confidence to share God's love and comfort with hurting friends.
You will be prepared to respond with 12 chapters focused on twelve emergencies that the teens you care for may encounter
Topics include:
Grief
Depression
Suicide
Addictions
Divorce
Abuse
Crisis Pregnancy
Academic Problems
Family Conflict
Stress and Anxiety
Destructive Behavior
Gender Identity and Sexual Choices
Each chapter includes:
Real Life Narrative - Learn from someone who has been there
Care and Counseling Tips - Practical ideas to personally reach out in love
Tips for your entire youth group - Great ways your group can offer support
What to say and what not to say - Positive encouragement to help the hurting and advice on what not to say
You'll also find Scripture connections, guidelines for referring your friend to a professional counselor, additional resources, and ways your group can stand by your friend in need.
Categories:
- Religion & Spirituality
- Christian Books & Bibles
- Ministry & Evangelism
- Youth Ministry
- Ministry & Evangelism
- Christian Books & Bibles
Publisher : Group Publishing
Author : Group Publishing
Language : English
Edition : 1
Published :2007-06-04
Number Of Pages : 152
Binding : Paperback
ISBN-10 : 0764435744
ISBN-13 : 9780764435744
Item weight : 0.35 lb
Dimensions : 0.5 in x 5 in x 6.9 in
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