RELIGION

The church is far greater than a building!

“The church that the Bible speaks of isn’t just a particular building or congregation, but the spiritual fellowship of all who belong to Jesus Christ. It includes the whole family of God-that vast unseen fellowship of men and women throughout the ages who belong to Christ. The Lord did not design the church to develop programs and cater to people’s needs- the Lord breathed life into the church to proclaim his truths, and while Christians care for those in need, it doesn’t replace making disciples as the Great Commission commands (Matthew 28:19). It’s important for church leaders to keep in touch with the spiritual state of their flock, to discuss their level of Biblical knowledge, and to teach them how to study God’s word and pray."
Taken from Billy Graham, words & writings.

Helpful Resources for Encouragement, Bible Study, Prayer, Sermons

You are invited to follow your choice of Lawrence County churches on Social Media and/or visit in person. A listing of churches/addresses can be found on the Lawrence County, AL Archives website at http://www.lawrencecoarchives.com/database/churches.php

• www.YouVersion.com - A simple, ad-free Bible available online or by downloading the app. Pick a reading plan, find commentaries, or get a verse of the day in the translation and language you prefer.

• Enduringword.com - (David Guzik) Bible commentary, audio and video teachings, articles, work translated into other languages, and more.

• www.Fbchsv.org - Travis Collins, First Baptist, Huntsville AL

• www.Highlandbaptist.com - John Brock, Highland Baptist, Florence AL

• www.Breathoflife.tv - Carlton Byrd, Oakwood, Huntsville AL

• www.Tonyevans.org - Tony Evans

• www.Goingbeyond.com - Priscilla Shirer

• www.intouch.org - Charles Stanley

• WJOU (90.1 FM) - Radio Station (Oakwood University)

• www.Christianworkingwoman.org - Mary Whelchel

• www.dlm-christianlifestyle.com - Daniel Maritz (YouTube Videos)

• www.Gnttv.org - Good News Today

• www.ttb.org - Thru the Bible

• www.klove.com - Radio and Facebook

• www.billygraham.org - Billy Graham Evangelistic Association

• www.livingalegacy.org - Crawford Loritts

• www.bbnradio.org - Bible Broadcasting Network

• Mayfair.org - Four good resources from Mayfair, Huntsville, AL:

• World Bible School (mail or internet)

• TV Bible Study-a series of 30 minute Bible study videos

• Right Now Media- free access to videos for kids, youth, parents, married couples, families, small groups. For free subscription: Text “RIGHTNOWMAYFAIR” TO 41411

• Abundant Living TV broadcast with Dr. Gary Bradley, 10:00 am, Sundays on channel 19

• biblegateway.com- a searchable online Bible in more than 200 versions and 70 languages (mobile apps, devotionals, email newsletters and other free resources)

• https://odb.org - Our Daily Bread, daily devotions and more.

Grief Support

(Taken from Moulton Advertiser)

Grief support groups-help and encouragement after the death of a loved one.

GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild

your life. We know it hurts, and we want to help.

Meeting Info:

Sundays 5:30pm to 7:00pm

January 17-April 25

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church

11450 AL Hwy 33, Moulton, AL

256-974-3491

Contact church for additional information

Find out more about GriefShare, locations of other support group meetings, and sign up

to receive daily encouragement by email

GriefShare.org

FAMILY

• www.Alabamafamilycentral.org - Collaborative partnership between Gov. Ivey, Alabama Partnership for Children, A+ Education Partnership, and Alabama departments of Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention, Early Education, Education, Human Resources, Mental Health, Public Health, Rehabilitation Services, and Medicaid

• www.keysforkids.org - Fun stories to learn bible verses

• www.focusonthefamily.com - United States

• www.focusonthefamily.ca - Canada

• www.aces.edu - Lawrence County Alabama Extension Service

• 4BlackYouth.com- Good information for all ethnicities.

EDUCATION

Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering offers two virtual preview days in January

AIDT Leadership Development Classes for business and industry leaders

Join other leaders (virtually) from across North Alabama for AIDT's Leadership Development Classes

Next Class:

Leadership Skills 2 - February 9, 2021

***Deadline to register is January 22***

All sessions are virtual, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

UPCOMING CLASSES:

Leadership Skills 3 - March 9, 2021

Leadership Skills 1 - April 5-6, 2021

Leadership Skills 2 - May 4, 2021

Leadership Skills 3 - June 8, 2021

What to Expect in the Classes:

LS-1 is the first course in the Leadership Skills series. This class is designed for currently employed Alabama citizens who are in leadership roles in their respective companies. There is a comprehensive test given after the class, and if passed offers the credential of “AIDT Certified Leader 1”. The class is offered in 2-day format. See Leadership Skills 1 Outline here

LS-2 is the second course in the Leadership Skills series. There is a comprehensive test given after the class, and if passed offers the credential of “AIDT Certified Leader 2”. The class is offered in a 1-day format. See Leadership Skills 2 Outline here

LS-3 is the final course in the Leadership Skills series. It is recommended for those who have previously attended LS-1 and LS-2. There is a comprehensive test and if passed offers the credential of “AIDT Certified Leader 3”. It is a 1-day course that focuses on a variety of the latest leadership topics. See Leadership Skills 3 Outline here

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If you have any questions or problems registering, please contact Johnita Romine, Project Manager, at jromine@northalabamaworks.com.

Register here for Leadership Skills 2 (February 9)

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

• www.Sites.nationalacademies.org - The national academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine provides answers to everyday science and health questions. Since its founding by Pres. Lincoln in 1863, the national academies have served the nation by drawing on the knowledge of the country’s top experts to deliver nonpartisan, objective advice on matters of science, engineering, and medicine.

• Gethealthystayhealthy.com (Pfizer)

• www.growingagreenerworld.com

• www.livewellalabama.org

• thrivinghomeblog.com- Thriving Home, make ahead healthy freezer-friendly meals and more.

• www.southernbite.com

ThriveAlabama.org

Payment for services range from free, to sliding scale based on income, to payment

plans. Clinics are located in Huntsville, Albertville, and Florence. Visit the website to

know where specific services are provided. Thrive also operates a clinic on Wheels for

HIV and CoronaVirus testing, and other mobile services throughout the area.

Services include the following:

Medical-Coronavirus, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, LGBTQ Healthcare, STI/STD, PrEP,

HIV Healthcare, Hepatitis C

Behavioral Health-Counseling, Substance Misuse, Survivors of Abuse

SMASH- Student Peer Education

Other-Dental, Vision, Outreach Education

Mental Health Crisis Center

Gov. Ivey and the Legislature designated/funded three crisis diversion centers to reduce

the burden on emergency departments/hospitals, reduce the burden on law

enforcement, and improve access to the “right care, right time, right place.”

WellStone Behavioral Health in Huntsville is our closest Crisis Center. The crisis center

is a designated place to take an individual who is in mental health crisis for short term

admission, stabilization, medication, case management, discharge planning, and

connections to ongoing behavioral healthcare services for longer-term care, if needed.

To learn more, please visit mh.alabama.gov/initiatives

OTHER

• www.Canva.com - Free website to create flyers, brochures