COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Teen Mothers of Preschoolers
Meet every Wednesday evening between September and May from 6:00 to 7:30 at St Stephens United Methodist Church, 4600 Western, Amarillo 806-355-7271 MOPS is a Faithbased non-judgemental, supportive environment for teen moms. Come for a time of encouragement and receive valuable information on parenting. For more information call 806-355-7271 email teenmops@ssumc.net or check out www.mopsamarillo.org
Twogether in Texas
Planning to say "I do" soon? Want to save money for your big day? Want to learn to love for life? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, a Twogether in Texas marriage education class is waiting for you. Texas now offers free marriage education classes around the state. Couples who complete a class will save $60 on their marriage license. Contact LEGACY GROUP 1619 S. Kentucky, Ste. A-500 Tel. (806)372-9700 or go to www.twogetherintexas.comYoung Lives
http://www.younglife.org/YoungLives/For high school and middle school girls who are expecting or are raising a child on their own, that love takes the form of a program called YoungLives. Treating each mom and her child or children with unconditional love and respect, YoungLives offers teen moms relief from the isolation and struggle of their daily lives and hope for the future. YoungLives mentors provide friendship, parenting advice and help meeting the practical demands of raising a child. At YoungLives club and camp, moms get to socialize and have fun while their babies get the best possible care.
Moms in Touch
Moms in Touch International impacts children and schools worldwide for Christ by gathering Moms to pray .For more information on Moms in Touch International or to find a prayer group at your school locally, log on to http://www.momsintouch.orgSingle Moms Bible Study
Hillside Christian ChurchLisa Bradshaw 806-457-4930 for more information or http://www.hillsidewired.com
Childcare provided but you must call to sign up
Natural Family Planning
Learn a highly effective method of postponing or achieving pregnancy that works entirely in harmony with your body. The NFP program of the Diocese of Amarillo is endorsed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as being in compliance with the Standards for DiocesanNatural Family Planning Ministry. Interested married couples or couples planning marriage may call Faye Usala, 354-2288. www.prolifeamarillo.orgMarriage and Family Resources
Our mission and purpose is to rovided every kind of resource available, from wedding planning experts to dynamic bridal shows and events, to marriage preparation education, support programs and encouragement for all married coupled and their families in the High Plains.Bill & Marty Geist, Panhandle Marriage Preparation Group. 806-670-3389 www.highplainsweddings.com
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
This is a faith-based abstinence program, addressing premarital sex and drug and alcohol abuse through a program called One-Way 2 play. Nationally this program is allowed into public schools through school assembly programs. for more information or to find an FCA group in your school, go to www.panhandlefca.org or contact Gary Barton, Panhandle Director for FCA 806-212-0776 gbarton@fca.org
FAMILY COACHING
Free coaching sessions help family members build strong family teams. Issues dealt with include: Overwhelming issues. Anger/Stress mgt., Poor Communication, Teen Pregnancy, Addiction and Abuse, Violence and Suicidal Threats, School Drop Out Prevention, Blended Family Issues, Marriage Mending, For more information Call Debbie at 806-353-8080 or email amarillo@familycoaching.org
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
The Donut Stop
CareNet Pregnancy Centers and the Donut Stop want to offer you the opportunity to support CareNet operations and appease your sweet tooth... all at the same time. “Diapers and Donuts” if you please!
The new fundraiser works as follows: CareNet is selling value cards which can be used at the Donut Stop. Two different cards are available for purchase.
A $10.00 value card entitles the holder to buy 12 donuts, get 12 free! The card can be used a maximum of six times, and is good at all locations.
The $5.00 value card entitles the holder to get a dozen donut holes free! (Limit one dozen holes per visit.) This card can be used up to twelve times and is good at all locations. Note: This card is a favorite for moms with pre-school children!!
This fund raiser is a real blessing! One hundred percent of the revenue raised in the sale of cards goes to support CareNet Pregnancy Centers of Amarillo operations. Thus the name, Diapers and Donuts!
Please consider the purchase of a card today. They can’t be beat if you are hosting a Bible Study; or you wish to enliven the social setting at Church, Office Parties, etc.
You can obtain a card by calling CareNet 806-354-2288
Albertsons Supermarkets
Are you familiar with Albertson's Supermarkets Community Partner’s Program? The program enables schools and/or non-profit agencies to earn up to 4% of a customer's total store purchase. The card is scanned at the register at the time of check out.
CareNet Pregnancy Centers are a member of the Program (Community Partner ID #49000118459). Stop by Albertson’s and pick up an application for a Community Partners card (or a combined Community Partners/Preferred Savings Card) today!