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1Apr, 2020
Braveheart: Gideon Youth Bible Study Series

“Braveheart” is a youth Bible study series for teens and young adults, featuring lessons from the story of Gideon in the Old Testament book of Judges (chapters 6-8). It’s fitting for a youth group or Sunday School series, a summer camp theme, discipleship retreat, or small group study. Though this story is popular with young people, the curriculum and discussion format can easily be adapted for any age Bible study group, men’s ministry, or prison/juvenile center ministry.

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25Feb, 2020
Conflict Resolution and Anti-Bullying Workshop

With bullying on the rise in U.S. schools and increasingly diverse classrooms and communities, the need for empathy and conflict resolution has never been more important. Each year, more than 3.2 million students are bullied, while an estimated 160,000 students miss school for fear of being bullied.

Bullying hurts everyone.  It can cause lifelong anxiety and depression for victims. Others experience thoughts of suicide or self-harm. Bullying also hurts the educational environment by affecting every child’s ability to learn.

Our network is now offering a community resource workshop targeting conflict resolution and anti-bullying measures. This workshop is conducted in multiple sessions by a behavior interventionist with a Masters in Forensic Psychology—a compassionate and resourceful facilitator with a decade worth of experience in managing and organizing teams with youth leadership.

The design of program focuses interaction and skills based. The topics include Family, School, Community Engagement, positive relationships and bullying prevention. The workshop will benefit, not only youth, but adults to provide understanding and put into place strategies for effective youth development.

Key Elements:

Relationships: The workshop is designed for individuals to be interactive towards one another. One key element to consider would be the impact of relationships on students’ environment in context with climate and culture. Another key element to consider is social competence as it connects to bullying prevention and intervention and coping strategies.

Peer Mediation: Peer Mediation, is a way in which students can think through solving problems and in the end finding a resolution for future conflict. It most certainly demonstrates responsibility, ownership and respect.

Problem-solving and Decision Making: Participants learn work to work, communicate and articulate issues and concerns with others, such as, peers and adults.

Leadership Development: Adults have the skills to continue to practice and implement change initiatives for improve program quality.

Contact us for more information about this workshop and how it can be implemented in your context. This is great program for schools, youth community centers, and juvenile centers.

31Oct, 2019
Every Youth: Tennessee Juvenile Detention Center Outreach

Every Youth: TENNESSEE

Working together to reach every youth in every facility

November 1-2, 2019

ONE GREAT EVENT.
THREE GREAT LOCATIONS:

  • Knoxville: November 1 @ 6PM
  • Nashville: November 2 @ 9AM
  • Memphis: November 2 @ 6 PM

Join the movement to reach every youth in every facility! Giving juvenile justice-involved youth hope and a future.

Contact us for more info about this event or other opportunities to get involved with juvenile detention center ministries in your region.

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9Jan, 2019
International Prisoner’s Family Conference

The InterNational Prisoner’s Family Conference was initiated in 2009 to address critical issues of those affected by incarceration personally and/or professionally. The conference has attracted attendees from across the country and abroad.

WHEN: OCTOBER 16, 17 & 18, 2019 DALLAS, TEXAS CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION INFO



THE CONFERENCE GOAL

The conference goal is to strengthen the entire prison family and promote successful reentry and reunification, reducing the rate of recidivism by providing critical connections, information and resources for families and secular and faith based organizations serving prisoners and their families.

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Like most conferences, this one features dynamic knowledgeable speakers and provides opportunities to learn best practice approaches and exchange creative ideas, but it is so much more.  It offers such amazing opportunities to network and receive and provide encouragement and support that it has even been described as “magical!”  However, the “magical” part of this conference is intangible and cannot be fully understood without actually being there.  But here are some of the tangible highlights:

Families – The conference offers prison family members the opportunity to meet and share with other family members experiencing similar concerns. Participants build many lasting friendships for on-going support and encouragement.

InterNational Experts – Participate in the largest international conference specifically addressing issues relevant to all prison families. Learn from the private and public, secular and faith based sectors, including criminal justice; social service; academia; ministry and others serving the prisoner and their family and from prison family members themselves, including successfully reintegrated former prisoners.

One on One Meetings – You will have ample opportunity to meet and share ideas and information with other attendees from various non-profits, federal, state and local agencies and faith-based organizations, as well as members of prison families from across the country and even internationally. This allows for discussion of potential collaborations.

Exhibitors Showcase – Speakers, attendees and sponsors showcase services and offer resource materials and literature. This event engages a wide variety of secular and faith-based organizations serving prisoners, family members and experts in the field.

Prisoners Fine Art Display & Silent Auction – Attendees have the opportunity to vote on the winners of the annual conference prisoners’ fine art competition, as well as to view the exceptional works of artists behind bars.  The small art works are available for silent auction, and winning attendees will take home a lovely memory of the conference.

Social Networking – Social networking will help you connect with many participants prior to and following the conference by simply “liking” the Prisoner’s Family Conference Facebook page.  You may also follow us on Twitter by connecting with #PrisonersFC.

 Advocacy Participation – The conference Advocacy in Action Coalition meetings offer those with significant concerns about criminal justice at any and all levels the opportunity to engage in actively advocating for needed change. Uniting to voice concerns strengthens each individual voice and possibilities for change.

International Network for Children with Incarcerated Parents – Meet with caring individuals from around the world, working to improve the conditions for children.

Professionals– Those employed throughout the criminal justice system, as well as college and university students preparing for careers that will place them in contact with prisoners and prison family members have a special opportunities for facilitated discussion and meetings with those most directly impacted by the criminal justice system.

4Jan, 2019
ESTHER: Bible Camp Theme or VBS Curriculum

VBS Curriculum: Esther “MADE For Such a Time as This”

This Bible camp theme and VBS curriculum is based on the Old Testament story of Esther. The biblical story of Esther is a fascinating story of faith, courage, and redemption. A minority Jewish orphan girl becomes the unlikely queen of Persia and must risk everything to save her suffering people from annihilation.

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24Aug, 2018
Why Baseball Outreach in Europe?

Baseball Outreach in Europe

For over a decade Breakaway Outreach has been mobilizing mission teams to facilitate baseball camps in Europe. Why do we do this? This video answers that question. Listen to some of our camp leaders in Italy, Ireland, and Germany, share how this ministry is reaching people far from God and transforming lives.

Europe a Forgotten Mission Field

Europe has been described as one of the most forgotten mission fields of our day. Once at the epicenter of the sending church, today it is a region where the church has faced attrition. The church in Europe has the lowest growth rate at 1.1% annually. Europe’s cities, through their diverse populations and activities, produce connections with individuals and cultures from around the world. Imagine what would happen if that influence could be harnessed to extend God’s Kingdom.

Why Baseball?

Baseball is a relatively unknown sport in Germany. Having Americans instruct baseball is not only engaging for German youth, it impacts entire families and communities. Utilizing baseball camps for 8-18 year old young people has proven to be groundbreaking in its effectiveness to share the gospel.

Short Term Mission Trips

We provide short term mission trips for Americans to serve in Germany. Although you don’t have to be a baseball player to go, a general knowledge of the game is important. The most important aspect is your willingness to serve others and build relationships with our German friends. Contact us about mission trip dates and locations.

20May, 2018
“Joseph The Dreamer”

Joseph The Dreamer: I Will Rise From These Ashes

“I have always been inspired by the Genesis story of Joseph. It’s a remarkable account of one who experienced unimaginable pain and disappointment, although never growing bitter or resentful. As a teenager, Joseph had a God-inspired dream. He also had jealous brothers and a dysfunctional family. Betrayed by those closest to him, Joseph is sold into slavery. As a loyal servant in a foreign leader’s palace, this young man is falsely accused by an Egyptian temptress and thrown into a prison cell—disgraced and forgotten. The Hebrew prisoner must find a way to rise from the ashes of ruin and injustice. Though everything is stripped away from him, including his reputation and dignity, Joseph manages to hold fast to his faith in God’s redemptive purposes. Years pass until the Pharaoh of Egypt, troubled by two puzzling dreams, hears of Joseph’s abilities. Pharaoh summons Joseph to exercise his gifts in interpreting the dreams, thus catapulting him into a powerful position of leadership and influence. Then a worldwide famine brings him back face to face with the past. The result is an inspiring depiction of forgiveness and reconciliation. Through this amazing narrative we are reminded that God will never waste our pain, and that some of the most beautiful things indeed rise out of the ashes of our pain. This book is my reflection on life lessons drawn from Joseph’s timeless story.”

– Jimmy Larche

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Beautiful People Don’t Just Happen, They Rise
Chapter 2: When The Dream Becomes a Nightmare
Chapter 3: It Might Get Worse Before It Gets Better
Chapter 4: Are You Facing a Setback or a Setup?
Chapter 5: From The Pit to The Palace
Chapter 6: Everything Is Made Beautiful In It’s Time
Chapter 7: Waves of Mercy, Grace, and Forgiveness
Chapter 8: They Intended Harm, God Had Other Plans
Chapter 9: Your Story Is Bigger Than You Think

2May, 2018
MOSES and the Exodus: Bible Camp Theme or VBS Curriculum

VBS Curriculum: MOSES and The Exodus

This summer camp theme and VBS curriculum (“I GOT THIS”) is based on the Old Testament story of Moses and the Exodus (Exodus 1-14). Moses is one of the most prominent figures in the Old Testament. His name means “drawn out,” signifying how Moses would later “draw out” God’s people from Egyptian slavery. In this series, we will study Moses’ rise to leadership and see how he led God’s people out of suffering and hardship. We will see his faith tested as he is challenged to overcome his feelings of inadequacy. And we will see God showing up in big ways.

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19Nov, 2017
Special Needs Children

Chattanooga Siskin Children’s Institute: Siskin Children’s Institute works to improve the quality of life for children with special needs and their families. Through assessment, diagnosis, and early intervention their programs can help your child reach their full potential.

M&L Special Needs Planning: M&L Special Needs Planning is dedicated to creating simplicity with the complex journey of special needs. It is our vision to be the known resource and go-to company for special needs life plans, government benefit counseling, life insurance needs, housing and seminar presentations.

Wonder Moms: Wonder Moms is a project by three moms to share real talk, helpful information, and practical advice with parents of kids who have intellectual disabilities, Down syndrome, autism, language and speech delays, deafness, chronic illness, and traumatic brain injury.

8 Important Tips For Working With A Special Needs Child: As the population of children with special needs continues to grow, more and more scout leaders, soccer coaches, religious education instructors, librarians, music teachers and other adults are finding themselves working with these children for the first time.

Finding Friends for Your Special Needs Child: Kids want to have friends. But it’s not so easy for special needs children to find meaningful friendships with others. Some children are shunned because of physical differences. Others have social and communication deficits that make it difficult to start and keep friendships. While it is impossible to address the nuances of every disability, here are some general tips toward finding friends for your child.

5 Ways to Support Siblings in Special Needs Families: When one child in a family has problems that consume a lot of attention, restrict family activities, or generate a lot of concern, other kids in the family may react very differently. “Some kids take care of themselves and persuade themselves that they don’t need attention,” said Dr. Emanuele. “Some start acting out and finding ways to get attention that might be negative. Some become big helpers and try to fix the problem for their parents. Some try to be extra good and avoid getting in the way. Some get angry.”

Raising Exceptional Families with Special Needs Children: Parenting is hard work. But when you’re raising a child with special needs, the level of care and stress is not just higher—it shifts the foundations of families and adds unimaginable complexities for everyone involved. Physical disabilities, learning disabilities, illness, Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, and Developmental Trauma are parenting game changers.