Real Family Talk is an award-winning program hosted by Willie Oliver, Ph.D., a pastor and family sociologist, and Elaine Oliver, MA, an educator and counseling psychologist. Through their half-hour show, this dynamic couple equips families with the tools necessary to build relationships, improve... [Show more]
We are an aging society. Average life expectancy in North America has dramatically increased. As a result, today’s seniors are generally in better health, have more money, and are more active. Your church can reach this growing segment of the population by starting an Older Adult Ministry... [Show more]
Many years ago, Dr. Larry D. Black decided to become a board-certified chaplain and surround himself with people who were either dying or grieving a death. During that time, he supported numerous individuals and families as they mourned, helping them find meaning in the loss and integrate it into... [Show more]
The Sabbath school is the most important group in the life of every Adventist congregation. Children's Sabbath school provides a complete religious educational experience that is age appropriate and focused on leading each child into a relationship with Jesus. Adults study the Bible, find... [Show more]
How does literacy training present opportunities for ministry in your community, when scores of existing programs already address this need? Is there room for another tutoring or mentoring program? When you realize that a literacy gap continues to be a reality in the United States and that children... [Show more]
Have you ever wondered why there is so much pain and suffering in the world today? And have you ever found an answer? Jacob’s Trouble: Hope for Hurting People uses the story of Jacob and his family to address challenges faced by modern-day families. From sibling rivalry to family conflicts,... [Show more]
Millennials in your community range in age from 15 to 32. The youngest are in the early years of high school and the oldest may or may not be married with families. One important Millennial generation attribute is delayed commitment. Ministering with Millennials starts with a complete overview of... [Show more]
The most challenging and the most important aspects of people's lives the world over are having meaningful and happy relationships. What God meant for harmony and symphonic communication often turns to frustration, fear, and despair. Being intentional about connecting and creating a positive and... [Show more]
The Bible says, "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens" (Ecclesiastes 3:1, NIV). After raising two children with Margaret, my wife of 45 years, I am now enjoying my five grandchildren--and some extra time to reflect on what I've learned about raising... [Show more]
In a national survey of the state of families in America (Bowman, 2012), parents reportedly believe that raising children today is more complicated than it used to be. Along with that, most perceived that the quality of American family life was declining. In addition, 55% of the parents surveyed... [Show more]
