by Laura Howe | Jul 15, 2021 | Resilience & Anger, Stress & Burnout, Uncategorized
When people are going through difficult times they often isolate themselves. They don’t want to be a downer or they just don’t have the energy to put on a brave face and pretend everything is okay. But we are created to be in relationship – with God and with...
by Laura Howe | Jul 1, 2021 | Addictions & Trauma, Anxiety & Depression, Resilience & Anger, Stress & Burnout, Uncategorized
It all comes back to telling people about Jesus. The Caring Church Response and all of Hope Made Strong’s resources align with the ultimate purpose of making disciples. That is what our mission as Christians is. Each day we are to become more like...
by Laura Howe | Jun 24, 2021 | Addictions & Trauma, Anxiety & Depression, Resilience & Anger, Stress & Burnout, Uncategorized
15 years ago, when I first started my career as a social worker, I was bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, ready to make a difference. I wanted to impact my community for change and help people overcome struggles and find freedom. But I was unprepared for the...
by Laura Howe | Jun 17, 2021 | Addictions & Trauma, Anxiety & Depression, Resilience & Anger, Stress & Burnout, Uncategorized
Have you ever taken an extra-long weekend to have a mini-vacation? A quick recharge, but not too long because you have a million things going on. You don’t have time for a full vacation, but you know you need a break. I did this last week and the evening...
by Laura Howe | Jun 10, 2021 | Addictions & Trauma, Anxiety & Depression, Resilience & Anger, Stress & Burnout, Uncategorized
The Caring Church Response is the step-by-step process that Hope Made Strong walks churches through to build a sustainable and effective care program. It builds on the strengths of the church, meets the community’s needs, and aligns with the unique mission of...
by Laura Howe | May 20, 2021 | Resilience & Anger, Stress & Burnout, Uncategorized
Boundaries are tough. We know they are necessary for our own health and for the well-being of those we are serving, but when in a caregiving role at church, they are constantly being challenged. Anyone who has supported someone through a struggle has...
