When the angels announced Jesus’s birth to the shepherds that very first Christmas, they joyfully announced peace on earth. But in our 21st century version of Christmas, you’d be hard pressed to find that original peace announced to us. But it is still here—we just have to be intentional about living it out. Here are [...]
Seasonal stress is often an unwelcome guest during the holidays. It’s almost expected! The demands of decorating, shopping, cleaning, baking, parties and hosting relatives, brings whirling thoughts of glittery expectations. Seasonal Stress is more common than we realize. We all identify with the mom who shops, wraps and stays up late at night only to [...]
David Brown is a former chief of the Dallas Police Department, who is nationally renowned for his community policing efforts. Born and raised by a single mother, Chief Brown grew up in the city's South Oak Cliff neighborhood. During his tenure, he reduced crime more than any other chief in the department's history. Officer-involved [...]
By Dr. Tim Shaver, HopeNet Board of Directors It has been my tradition for the past several years to send out a Christmas message based on reflections on what God has been teaching me recently. This is frequently inspired by my involvement in teaching my 5th grade Sunday School class, where I think I learn [...]
By Katherine Lewis, LMFT It is that time of year. Time to make New Year’s resolutions and goals to jumpstart 2019. It is no secret that sticking to these resolutions is tricky. In fact, research indicates that 88% of those who make New Year’s resolutions are not able to keep them. As relief that we [...]
