Mental Health Care at Church and Beyond: The Stigma Free Church

Discern and care for The Church's "invisible epidemic" of mental health! Mental health is rarely spoken of in African-American congregations. It's often whispered about during prayer circles or kept behind a counselor's closed door. For many pastors, grappling with the topic from the pulpit is either unthinkable or unnecessary. Struggling with mental health still holds a stigma of shame for believers-one that can keep you from admitting a problem even exists while your life falls apart. With scenarios drawn from community stories and Biblical examples alike, Dr. Bill Reese applies wisdom and compassion to tackle the complex issues of emotional and mental wellness in the context of the church. The church can be a safe place for those seeking mental health solutions, starting today!

Discover how to create amazingly lifelike portraits of animals and wildlife in Woodburning Realistic Animals. Award-winning artist Minisa Robinson challenges the reader to rethink the possibilities of woodburning with her techniques for creating highly realistic art. Pyrographers who love animals and portraits will find 12 step-by-step projects here for North American and African wildlife, animals, and birds. From zebras and butterflies to lions and owls, each project includes hand-drawn patterns, photo references, and step-by-step instructions. Minisa covers all the woodburning basics, from supplies and surface preparation to protecting and sealing the finished piece. She provides essential skill-building tutorials for creating realistic eyes, noses, short fur, long fur, manes, and whiskers. Tips and advice on working with photos, turning photos into patterns, and transferring photos to wood are also included.