Pastor Appreciation Month

The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching” (1 Timothy 5:17).

Over the years I have made a career out of studying the most challenging management roles out there. After all of that I am now convinced the two most difficult jobs in the world are these—one, to be President of the United States, and two, to be the leader a church. (Leadership guru Peter Drucker)

(From Focus on the Family)

· Pastors and their families live under incredible pressures. Their lives are played out in a fishbowl, with the entire congregation and community watching their every move.

· I They are expected to have ideal families, to be perfect people, to always be available, to never be down and to have all the answers we need to keep our own lives stable and moving forward.

· Those are unrealistic expectations to place on anyone, yet most of us are disappointed when a pastor becomes overwhelmed, seems depressed, lets us down or completely burns out.

· In the spirit of Pastor Appreciation Month, Focus has launched the Focused Pastor. The Focused Pastor is an online dashboard where church leaders can access entire libraries of FREE, proven tools designed to help them manage their churches more effectively.  Might be a resource you could share with your Pastor.  A couple of key points on the website:

· There is a need for change in the perception of being a pastor to be a positive perception

· Our goal is that every pastor (including staff ministers) and his or her family would feel appreciated by those they serve. To assist congregations in this process, we have developed a planning guide (in both English and Spanish) intended to facilitate and publicize this time of celebration. We also attempt to promote the concept ourselves each year through radio, newspapers, magazines and any other means at our disposal.

In our second week: 

Pastor’s Wives Helps from Jessie Minassian author and speaker

· A card

· Offer babysitting

· Send flowers

· Clean her house

· Send her on a romantic getaway with her husband

· Give her a genuine “thank you”

Ideas from Kristine Ensor, freelance writer:

1.    Write meaningful cards and messages

2.    Place an ad celebrating them

3.    Have children make ‘thank you’ art projects and gifts

4.    Hold a text event

5.    Surprise the pastors with a family trip

6.    Add a gift tree

7.    Give them a day off

8.    Home repair projects

9.    Create a video

10.             Help them minister to the community

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

The Session:  The Importance of Prayer in Schools, & the importance of prayer in general

I’m thinking we talk about this, but you bring in the psychological impact of prayer on the mind, the body, the spirit.

The most enduring and controversial issue related to school-sponsored religious activities is classroom prayer. In Engel v. Vitale (1962), the Supreme Court held that the Establishment Clause prohibited the recitation of a school-sponsored prayer in public schools.

Freedom Forum Institute:  Students are free to pray alone or in groups, as long as such prayers are not disruptive and do not infringe upon the rights of others. But this right “to engage in voluntary prayer does not include the right to have a captive audience listen or to compel other students to participate.” (This is the language supported by a broad range of civil liberties and religious groups in a joint statement of current law.)

What the Supreme Court has repeatedly struck down are state-sponsored or state-organized prayers in public schools.

The Supreme Court has made clear that prayers organized or sponsored by a public school — even when delivered by a student — violate the First Amendment, whether in a classroom, over the public address system, at a graduation exercise, or even at a high school football game.

From Heritage Foundation, in an article by Sarah Parshall Perry:

Coach Joe Kennedy didn’t intend to make a spectacle of himself or set an example. When he began a tradition in 2008 of offering a quiet, midfield prayer after Bremerton High School football games, he surely never thought that he’d be standing on the steps of the Supreme Court in June 2022 after a seven-year battle to regain his job.

The Court has now handed Kennedy a victory, holding that the Bremerton School District in Washington state violated the First Amendment’s Free Exercise and Free Speech Clauses by firing Kennedy for his personal, quiet post-game prayers.

The ruling is significant not just because it reinforces the First Amendment protections guaranteed to government employees, but because it strengthens our nation’s increasingly shaky commitment to pluralism—having diverse religious views or no religious view at all and coexisting in society.

Heritage Foundation, in a report by Jay Greene, PHD and James Paul, “Equity Elementary: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Staff in Public Schools”

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Chief diversity officers (CDOs), who typically advance a leftist agenda, are spreading beyond college campuses and becoming more common in K–12 districts.

CDOs are prevalent in large school districts—employed in nearly 79 percent of districts with 100,000 or more students—and are expanding in rural districts.

While CDOs are ostensibly hired to help close student achievement gaps, evidence shows that CDOs may increase gaps between white and minority students.

From Pure Flix Insider:

GEORGE WASHINGTON: ON GOD AND LOVE

"I now make it my earnest prayer, that God would have you and the State over which you preside, in his holy protection that he would incline the hearts of the Citizens to cultivate a spirit of subordination and obedience to Government, to entertain a brotherly affection and love for one another, for their fellow Citizens of the United States at large..." - 

Washington is speaking about the governors of the new United States. He encourages people, through God, to show love and obedience and to "entertain a brotherly affection."

THOMAS JEFFERSON: INTRIGUE OVER JESUS

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

The Session:  The Importance of Prayer in Schools, & the importance of prayer in general

I’m thinking we talk about this, but you bring in the psychological impact of prayer on the mind, the body, the spirit.

The most enduring and controversial issue related to school-sponsored religious activities is classroom prayer. In Engel v. Vitale (1962), the Supreme Court held that the Establishment Clause prohibited the recitation of a school-sponsored prayer in public schools.

Freedom Forum Institute:  Students are free to pray alone or in groups, as long as such prayers are not disruptive and do not infringe upon the rights of others. But this right “to engage in voluntary prayer does not include the right to have a captive audience listen or to compel other students to participate.” (This is the language supported by a broad range of civil liberties and religious groups in a joint statement of current law.)

What the Supreme Court has repeatedly struck down are state-sponsored or state-organized prayers in public schools.

The Supreme Court has made clear that prayers organized or sponsored by a public school — even when delivered by a student — violate the First Amendment, whether in a classroom, over the public address system, at a graduation exercise, or even at a high school football game.

From Heritage Foundation, in an article by Sarah Parshall Perry:

Coach Joe Kennedy didn’t intend to make a spectacle of himself or set an example. When he began a tradition in 2008 of offering a quiet, midfield prayer after Bremerton High School football games, he surely never thought that he’d be standing on the steps of the Supreme Court in June 2022 after a seven-year battle to regain his job.

The Court has now handed Kennedy a victory, holding that the Bremerton School District in Washington state violated the First Amendment’s Free Exercise and Free Speech Clauses by firing Kennedy for his personal, quiet post-game prayers.

The ruling is significant not just because it reinforces the First Amendment protections guaranteed to government employees, but because it strengthens our nation’s increasingly shaky commitment to pluralism—having diverse religious views or no religious view at all and coexisting in society.

Heritage Foundation, in a report by Jay Greene, PHD and James Paul, “Equity Elementary: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Staff in Public Schools”

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Chief diversity officers (CDOs), who typically advance a leftist agenda, are spreading beyond college campuses and becoming more common in K–12 districts.

CDOs are prevalent in large school districts—employed in nearly 79 percent of districts with 100,000 or more students—and are expanding in rural districts.

While CDOs are ostensibly hired to help close student achievement gaps, evidence shows that CDOs may increase gaps between white and minority students.

From Pure Flix Insider:

GEORGE WASHINGTON: ON GOD AND LOVE

"I now make it my earnest prayer, that God would have you and the State over which you preside, in his holy protection that he would incline the hearts of the Citizens to cultivate a spirit of subordination and obedience to Government, to entertain a brotherly affection and love for one another, for their fellow Citizens of the United States at large..." - 

Washington is speaking about the governors of the new United States. He encourages people, through God, to show love and obedience and to "entertain a brotherly affection."

THOMAS JEFFERSON: INTRIGUE OVER JESUS

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

Military.com  

Psalm 34:18  The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Military Deaths by Suicide Jumped 25% at End of 2020

·  up to 156 deaths from October 1 - December 31. It was up 25% -125 deaths

·  17 U.S. veterans die by suicide every day

A total of 377 active duty service members died by suicide in 2020.

·  up from 348 in 2016

Factors That Facilitate Suicide

·  Demographics,

·  Insomnia

·  Depression

·  Anxiety

·  Sexual Victimization

·  Gun Owner

·  Substance Use Disorders

Suicide doesn’t take away the pain, it gives it to someone else.

Note from Scott:  This is where we ended our first discussion.  We will cover the following in our second week: 

Treatment

Dragon's Lair,” brings a panel of experts together to hear new ideas directly from soldiers. It's a rare opportunity for soldiers to speak directly to leaders and offer their own ideas, be it for a new app or policy update.

Counseling treats reintegrating and facilitating transition back into civilian life,

By aligning their lives to Biblical principles, these Warriors are able to lead their families, their communities and our nation.

Help veterans find a new life purpose through hope in Christ and resiliency and peer-to-peer recovery programs.

What are peer support programs, they recognize that individuals experience times of stress in which they sometimes need the support of a friend or a peer. They provide an early intervention strategy by normalising the process of seeking help for distress.

Our mission is to serve and restore our nation’s Warriors and families, who have endured hardship through their service to America, and to help them find a new life purpose through hope in Christ and our resiliency and peer-to-peer recovery programs.

The Veterans Crisis Line and Military Crisis Line can be reached at 1-800-273-8255, press 1

The Veterans Crisis Line and Military Crisis Line connect veterans and service members in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text.

The Mighty Oaks Foundation is a faith-based Veteran service organization that teaches combat Veterans struggling with Post Traumatic Stress how to get beyond combat trauma and live their lives in the manner God intended

Irreverent Warriors   https://irreverentwarriors.com/

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

Excerpts from: What does the Bible teach us about bullying?

Neal Hardin

Genesis 1:27 

So God created mankind in his own image,  in the image of God he created them;  male and female he created them

Bullying happens more frequently than you might think. According to the American Medical Association, by the time students finish school, nearly half of students have been bullied at one point or another

 What is Bullying?

Researchers who study bullying cite three common characteristics of what makes an act bullying:

· Bullying is intentional and tries to cause harm or distress to the victim.

· Bullying occurs between two students who have different degrees of power.

· Bullying happens repeatedly over a period of time.
 

There are three types of bullying that occur:

1.     Physical: Hitting, kicking, spitting, tripping, pushing, breaking someone’s things, rude gestures

2.     Verbal: Teasing, name-calling, threats, inappropriate sexual comments, taunting

3.     Social: Leaving someone out of a group on purpose, telling others not to be friends with them, publicly embarrassing them, spreading gossip or rumors about someone. 

How should Christians respond to bullying?

How does God call us to respond if we are being bullied or we see someone else being bullied?

1. If you see something, say something.

Reporting bullying to the proper authorities is one of the most important strategies we can use to prevent further bullying. Twenty-eight percent of students grades 6-12 say that they have been bullied at school. Yet only 20-30 percent of those who are bullied actually report when they are bullied. 

How should Christians respond to bullying?

How does God call us to respond if we are being bullied or we see someone else being bullied?

1. If you see something, say something.

1.     Reporting bullying to the proper authorities is one of the most important strategies we can use to prevent further bullying.

2.     Twenty-eight percent of students grades 6-12 say that have been bullied at school. Yet only 20-30 percent of those who are bullied actually report when they are bullied.

 ** Something extremely important to remember is that it isn’t tattling to report bullying.

Understand who you are in Christ

You need to know that you are special to God and created in his image with immeasurable worth and value. (Psalm 139:13-18)

it’s okay to stick up for yourself if you are bullied.

Sticking up for yourself may be difficult to do, but if you are able to stay calm and respond in a loving manner, then you have every right as an image-bearer of God to defend yourself and speak the truth. You are worth being defended.

Reach out to those being bullied

Lastly, we need to reach out to those being bullied. One of the best ways we can do this is to befriend them and invite them to hang out with us. Not only will this make them feel loved, accepted, and less alone, it also acts as a deterrent to bullying. Bullies are much less likely to pick on someone if they are in a group of friends than if they are alone.

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

The Session:  Why should we remember 9/11?

According to Pew Research, 93% of those 30 and older say they remember exactly where they were on Sept. 11, 2001.  Only 42% of 25 year olds remember.  Today’s high school students were not born when the attacks of 9-11 happened.

Why is 911 an important event?

The 9/11 attacks killed 2,977 people. This was the single largest loss of life resulting from a foreign attack on American soil. The attacks caused the deaths of 441 first responders, the greatest loss of emergency responders on a single day in American history.

 Pew Research did their first survey about the public’s reaction to the attacks from Sept. 13-17, 2001. A sizable majority of adults (71%) said they felt depressed, nearly half (49%) had difficulty concentrating and a third said they had trouble sleeping.

90% said they got most of their news about the attacks from television, compared with just 5% who got news online – and the televised images of death and destruction had a powerful impact. Around nine-in-ten Americans (92%) agreed with the statement, “I feel sad when watching TV coverage of the terrorist attacks.” A sizable majority (77%) also found it frightening to watch – but most did so anyway.

Three weeks after 9/11, even as the psychological stress began to ease somewhat, 87% said they felt angry about the attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon.

Most Americans said they were very (28%) or somewhat (45%) worried about another attack. When asked a year later to describe how their lives changed in a major way, about half of adults said they felt more afraid, more careful, more distrustful or more vulnerable as a result of the attacks.

 From Since911.com  has resources for teachers to use, like this:  What made 9-11 such a shocking attack?  It came out of the blue; the USA had never been subject to this kind of terrorist attack before; the scale was difficult to take in; it was viewed worldwide on television as events were happening; it felt like the end of the world and no one knew when the attacks would stop or who might be next; it bore an awful similarity to many disaster movies except that this was for real. Ask three students to come to the front and read out different statements explaining why it is still important to remember 9/11 (it would be a good idea to select and brief the students beforehand): ▪ It is important to remember the 2,977 victims and their families who are still affected by events on that day. ▪ It is important to remember that the events of that day changed the world forever and that we have all been affected by them in some way. ▪ It is important to remember 9/11 so that we all work together to try to prevent something like this from ever happening again.

Kids may have seen stories about 9-11, or maybe they know someone who lost someone that day, or in the war that followed.  How do we talk to kids about terrorism?  This is from the 9/11 Memorial and Museum:

Listen

Some children will want to talk about terrorism and some won’t. Both reactions are common. If they do want to talk, it’s important to offer children a safe space to share their thoughts and questions. Actively listen to their concerns, attend to their body language, validate their emotions, and encourage respectful conversation and discussions. If they don’t feel

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

Teaching Your Kids About Money From Focus On The Family

Proverbs 22:6 (NIV) Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

Building A Case For Teaching Children About Money

· As a matter of fact, a recent Consumer Reports survey revealed that 28 percent of students did not know that credit cards are a form of borrowing. 40 percent did not know that banks charge interest on loans.

· Advertisers and credit card companies are targeting children and teens.

80 percent of parents assume that schools are providing classes on money management and budgeting.

· 63 percent of older teenagers – kids who are notorious for knowing it all and not listening to their parents – say that they get most of their information on money matters from mom and dad.

· Financial support for churches and ministries is dropping – and is likely to be even weaker in the future. The younger generations simply aren’t getting the message that giving matters.

How to Teach Pre-Schoolers and Kindergartners About Money From Dave Ramsey

1. Use a clear jar to save.

The piggy bank is a great idea, but it doesn’t give kids a visual. When you use a clear jar, they see the money growing. Yesterday, they had a dollar bill and five dimes. Today, they have a dollar bill, five dimes, and a quarter! Talk through this with them and make a big deal about it growing!

2. Set an example.

A study by the University of Cambridge found that money habits in children are formed by the time they’re 7 years old.(1) Little eyes are watching you. If you’re slapping down plastic every time you go out to dinner or the grocery store, they’ll eventually notice. Or if you and your spouse are arguing about money, they’ll notice that too. Set a healthy example for them and they’ll be much more likely to follow it when they get older.

3. Show them that stuff costs money.

You’ve got to do more than just say, “That pack of toy cars costs $5, son.” Help them grab a few dollars out of their jar, take it with them to the store, and physically hand the money to the cashier. This simple action will have more impact than a five-minute lecture.

How to Teach Elementary Students and Middle Schoolers About Money

4. Show opportunity cost.

That’s just another way of saying, “If you buy this video game, then you won’t have the money to buy that pair of shoes.” At this age, your kids should be able to weigh decisions and understand the possible outcomes.

5. Give commissions, not allowances.

Don’t just give your kids money for breathing. Pay them commissions based on chores they do around the house like taking out the trash, cleaning their room, or mowing the grass. Dave and his daughter Rachel Cruze talk a lot about this system in their book, Smart Money Smart Kids. This concept helps your kids understand that money is earned—it’s not just given to them.

6. Avoid impulse buys.

“Mom, I just found this cute dress. It’s perfect and I love it! Can we buy

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

Teaching Your Kids About Money From Focus On The Family

Proverbs 22:6 (NIV) Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

Building A Case For Teaching Children About Money

· As a matter of fact, a recent Consumer Reports survey revealed that 28 percent of students did not know that credit cards are a form of borrowing. 40 percent did not know that banks charge interest on loans.

· Advertisers and credit card companies are targeting children and teens.

80 percent of parents assume that schools are providing classes on money management and budgeting.

· 63 percent of older teenagers – kids who are notorious for knowing it all and not listening to their parents – say that they get most of their information on money matters from mom and dad.

· Financial support for churches and ministries is dropping – and is likely to be even weaker in the future. The younger generations simply aren’t getting the message that giving matters.

How to Teach Pre-Schoolers and Kindergartners About Money From Dave Ramsey

1. Use a clear jar to save.

The piggy bank is a great idea, but it doesn’t give kids a visual. When you use a clear jar, they see the money growing. Yesterday, they had a dollar bill and five dimes. Today, they have a dollar bill, five dimes, and a quarter! Talk through this with them and make a big deal about it growing!

2. Set an example.

A study by the University of Cambridge found that money habits in children are formed by the time they’re 7 years old.(1) Little eyes are watching you. If you’re slapping down plastic every time you go out to dinner or the grocery store, they’ll eventually notice. Or if you and your spouse are arguing about money, they’ll notice that too. Set a healthy example for them and they’ll be much more likely to follow it when they get older.

3. Show them that stuff costs money.

You’ve got to do more than just say, “That pack of toy cars costs $5, son.” Help them grab a few dollars out of their jar, take it with them to the store, and physically hand the money to the cashier. This simple action will have more impact than a five-minute lecture.

How to Teach Elementary Students and Middle Schoolers About Money

4. Show opportunity cost.

That’s just another way of saying, “If you buy this video game, then you won’t have the money to buy that pair of shoes.” At this age, your kids should be able to weigh decisions and understand the possible outcomes.

5. Give commissions, not allowances.

Don’t just give your kids money for breathing. Pay them commissions based on chores they do around the house like taking out the trash, cleaning their room, or mowing the grass. Dave and his daughter Rachel Cruze talk a lot about this system in their book, Smart Money Smart Kids. This concept helps your kids understand that money is earned—it’s not just given to them.

6. Avoid impulse buys.

“Mom, I just found this cute dress. It’s perfect and I love it! Can we buy

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

Teaching Your Kids About Money From Focus On The Family

Proverbs 22:6 (NIV) Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

Building A Case For Teaching Children About Money

· As a matter of fact, a recent Consumer Reports survey revealed that 28 percent of students did not know that credit cards are a form of borrowing. 40 percent did not know that banks charge interest on loans.

· Advertisers and credit card companies are targeting children and teens.

80 percent of parents assume that schools are providing classes on money management and budgeting.

· 63 percent of older teenagers – kids who are notorious for knowing it all and not listening to their parents – say that they get most of their information on money matters from mom and dad.

· Financial support for churches and ministries is dropping – and is likely to be even weaker in the future. The younger generations simply aren’t getting the message that giving matters.

How to Teach Pre-Schoolers and Kindergartners About Money From Dave Ramsey

1. Use a clear jar to save.

The piggy bank is a great idea, but it doesn’t give kids a visual. When you use a clear jar, they see the money growing. Yesterday, they had a dollar bill and five dimes. Today, they have a dollar bill, five dimes, and a quarter! Talk through this with them and make a big deal about it growing!

2. Set an example.

A study by the University of Cambridge found that money habits in children are formed by the time they’re 7 years old.(1) Little eyes are watching you. If you’re slapping down plastic every time you go out to dinner or the grocery store, they’ll eventually notice. Or if you and your spouse are arguing about money, they’ll notice that too. Set a healthy example for them and they’ll be much more likely to follow it when they get older.

3. Show them that stuff costs money.

You’ve got to do more than just say, “That pack of toy cars costs $5, son.” Help them grab a few dollars out of their jar, take it with them to the store, and physically hand the money to the cashier. This simple action will have more impact than a five-minute lecture.

How to Teach Elementary Students and Middle Schoolers About Money
4. Show opportunity cost.

That’s just another way of saying, “If you buy this video game, then you won’t have the money to buy that pair of shoes.” At this age, your kids should be able to weigh decisions and understand the possible outcomes.

5. Give commissions, not allowances.

Don’t just give your kids money for breathing. Pay them commissions based on chores they do around the house like taking out the trash, cleaning their room, or mowing the grass. Dave and his daughter Rachel Cruze talk a lot about this system in their book, Smart Money Smart Kids. This concept helps your kids understand that money is earned—it’s not just given to them.

6. Avoid impulse buys.

“Mom, I just found this cute dress. It’s perfect and I love it! Can we

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.

The Session Helping Children Grieve, A Look At Research  

How grief affects a child?

 Children who are having serious problems with grief and loss may show one or more of these signs: an extended period of depression in which the child loses interest in daily activities and events. inability to sleep, loss of appetite, prolonged fear of being alone. acting much younger for an extended period. (Reverts to a safe time in their lives)

What to do:

1.    Use simple words to talk about death. ...

2.    Listen and comfort. ...

3.    Put feelings into words. ...

4.    Tell your child what to expect. ...

5.    Explain events that will happen. ...

6.    Give your child a role. ...

7.    Help your child remember the person.

How long does grief last in children? 

The initial severe and intense grief you feel will not be continuous. Periods of intense grief often come and go over 18 months or longer. Over time, your grief may come in waves that are gradually less intense and less frequent. But you will likely always have some feelings of sadness and loss.

What Not to Say to a Grieving Child

· I know just how you feel. You can't. ...

· You must be incredibly angry/sad/frightened/confused. It's more useful to ask children how they are feeling than to tell them.

· At least you had the holidays together before she died.

How grief affects a child?

 Children who are having serious problems with grief and loss may show one or more of these signs: an extended period of depression in which the child loses interest in daily activities and events. inability to sleep, loss of appetite, prolonged fear of being alone. acting much younger for an extended period.

 Some appropriate sentiments are listed below.

· “Sometimes we feel like it's our fault when someone dies, but it's not.”

· “It's hard to imagine someone we love has died.”

· “I am so sorry your friend/parent/sibling died. I know you will miss him/her.”

· “When someone dies, it's OK to talk about how you feel

Focus on the Family

Kids need to see the grief process modeled for them. Licensed family therapist Yolanda Brown says, “The healthiest choice parents can make is to engage in the reality of their own loss.”

At the funeral, Ted and I sought to model healthy grief by allowing ourselves to cry in our children’s presence. We also talked openly about our feelings with our kids. “It’s sad that Grandpa died, isn’t it?” we said. “We’re really going to miss him.” 

Author Kathleen Fucci says this is what kids need the most as they grieve. “Our job is to turn the hearts of our grief-stricken kids back to Jesus. Only He can mend their broken spirits,” she explains. “Our faith in the Lord’s willingness and ability to heal their broken hearts will be evident to them in the way we talk about Jesus, pray to Him, praise Him, read His Word, and shower our kids with His loving words and eternal promises.”

Instead of shouldering the burden of making everything “OK” for our little ones, we pointed them to their heavenly Father, the source of true comfort and peace. 

To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.