This is a reposted blog written by Cru staff, Gina Butz from her website on June 7 of this year. My added comments are italics. I think you'll love her writing and her heart....
Where Can Troubled Parents Turn for Help?
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Tough Times for Parents with Broken Hearts
Thinking about the recent events in Minnesota, Louisiana and Dallas I believe there's a message here for us as hurting parents. We have a lot in common with these recent...
Thoughts From Renee Yohe’s Mom about the TWLOHA movie
The To Write Love on Her Arms movie has been out over a year now. It's surreal for my husband and me to see our ourselves in a movie. We've heard from friends all over the...
Shock: How Can Parents Cope?
I think I'm still in shock over the horrible events that occurred in my town recently. Orlando is my home. There's no perfect place. Sure. But so much violence in such a short...
To Parents of Addicts
*I didn't write this. It's from a mom who struggles like many of us. I wanted to share her thoughts because I think some of us will see ourselves in her story. And maybe, like...
4 Comforting Thoughts for Hurting Parents
I live in Orlando. My peaceful morning was interrupted by some tragic news. Maybe yours was too. My mind immediately went to the parents. Shock and numbness. Denial and unbelief....
Interview on Real Talk with Justin Miller
[vimeo id="164142263"] Real Talk is a TV talk show where today’s topics meet the timeless truth of the Gospel. Host and pastor of Real Life Church (Clermont, FL), Justin Miller,...
The Impact of Addiction on Families
Marriages and families are victims of addiction we often overlook. Mom, you got another phone call from the police or an EMT. Dad, the arrests and forced time in mental wards...
Help For Parents with Broken Hearts
I'm the mother of a daughter, now 29, who has struggled with addictions, mental health issues, suicidal tendencies and self-injury that began when she was 12. It's been a long,...
3 Words For Worried Parents
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 23.5 million persons aged 12 or older needed...
Truths for Parents with Broken Hearts – Part 3
Today's post concludes a 3 part series of truth statements for parents with broken hearts. Altogether I've shared 15 with you. I turn to these statements for comfort and strength...
Truths for Parents with Broken Hearts – Part 2
My last blog post covered the first 3 items on my list of truth statements for parents who are in pain. Their pain is the result of the behaviors, choices and struggles of their...