Focus News – Sept 2024
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Parenting Assessment
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Dear Friend,
September holds a profound meaning as Suicide Prevention Month. While we celebrate the renewal that spring brings, it’s also a time to turn our attention to the transformation needed in the lives of those facing crisis. This month, we devote our Focus Monthly Newsletter to raising awareness, offering support, and promoting open dialogue about mental health and suicide prevention. Together, we can illuminate this critical issue, inspire hope, and cultivate compassion within our community. Below, you’ll find a curated selection of informative articles and helpful resources.
Upcoming Events
October – Bible Month
An inspiring campaign is just around the corner! October marks Bible Month, a special time dedicated to raising funds for the distribution of Bibles to those in need. Starting on October 1, enjoy a 20% discount on a select range of Bibles, including various translations, study editions, and specialty versions. You can also donate to our Bible fund. Click here to learn more.
November – Marriage & Business Events
We are excited to announce a series of marriage and business events in November, presented in collaboration with Kingfisher FM and Link FM. These special events will feature speaker Brad Sadler. Look out for more information coming soon.
Counselling Course
If you’ve ever dreamed of making a positive impact through counselling, now is your chance! Join our Christian Counselling Course in January 2025 where you’ll learn core principles and essential skills. Click here to register and get more information.
Family Resources
Our extensive collection of resources caters to the entire family. Explore our wide range of books, Bibles, devotionals, diaries, gifts, and more. Visit us in-store at our Botha’s Hill bookstore or shop online at www.safamily.co.za/shop.
Need Prayer?
In times of need, you are never alone. We are here to support you with prayers and counselling. Submit your prayer requests through the following link: Submit Prayer Request.If you need counselling please click here.
Thank you for being a valued member of our community.
Many blessings to you and your family,
Focus on the Family Team
Helping Families Thrive
Teenage Depression and Suicide
Does a pattern of persistent depression indicate that my adolescent son may be in danger of taking his own life? I’ve been hearing
Suicide is a Problem for Youth and Young Adults
Suicide is a problem in the youth and young adult population. There is hope for healing when parents and others are intentional about
Film Review
The Wild Robot
The Wild Robot is about motherhood. Most any mother will be touched by the messages in here.
“I don’t have the programming to be a mother,” Roz protests when she learns, from a frazzled opossum, that she has imprinted on the gosling.
“No one does,” the opossum says. “We just have to do the best we can.” . . .
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