Posted by rfathers on June 30, 2009
Today I had the occasion to look for help for a friend who had a question about his son’s behavior. I was again lead to a website that has a wealth of information for parents who are looking for answers. That website is the American Academy of Child Adolescent Psychiatry, www.aacap.org.
The American Academy of Child Adolescent Psychiatry website has a convenient list of almost 100 questionable behaviors and issues of concern in their Fact for Families section. They feature explanations about signs to look for, details about normal behavior, suggestions for further reading, some videos, recommended steps to take, and other helpful information for inquiring parents.
I recommend using this resources to help you answer questions about your children and about where and how to find help when the questions arise Facts for Families – Alphabetical Listing. The website also features a host of other resources, links, papers, books and referrals that are helpful for families and professionals.
Posted by rfathers on June 19, 2009
President Barrack Obama posted a Father’s Day Message on the U.S. Govenment’s National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse (NRFC) website (Fatherhood.gov). Here is that message as borrowed from Youtube.com.
The Text of President’s Obama’s Message
Length: 30 Seconds
President Obama: “To be a good father is the most important job in a man’s life, but it doesn’t have to be hard. Play catch, go to a park or visit a zoo. Help your child with their homework. Sit down together for dinner. Ask them how their day was. Things get busy, and sometimes we all fall short, but the smallest moments can have the biggest impact on a child’s life. Take time to be a dad today.”
Father’s Day Event at the White House
See President Obama’s and Vice President Joe Biden’s remarks at the White House, June 19, 2009:
Candidate Obama’s Father’s Day Message, June 15, 2008
See Obama’s Speech on Fatherhood and Family at the Apostolic Church of God in Chicago, IL: Obama on Fathers, 2008
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Posted by rfathers on June 18, 2009
Today I’d like to just give everyone a heads-up on a great book for men The Man in the Mirror: Solving the 24 Problems Men Face, by Patrick Morley. We are currently using this book in our Joseph The Carpenter Focus Group.
Although this book was written many years ago (1989), it is as relevant today as it was 20 years ago. From reading this book, the men in our group have had to really take stock of ourselves in terms of our walk with God, our purpose in life, our service to God, and our relationships with our spouses.
Here’s a quote on the book from Amazon.com:
This powerful book invites men to take a probing look at their identities, relationships, finances, time, temperament, and integrity, and then directs them to take the first time step toward lasting change.
The author, Patrick Morley also has a number of other books developed around the Man in the Mirror theme. You can visit his website at ManInTheMirror.org.
I strongly recommend the Man In the Mirror books for those who want to improve and maintain their relationship with God. As of this writing copies are available as low as one cent each – plus shipping.
Posted by rfathers on June 16, 2009
Joseph the Carpenter is a Great Role-Model for 21st Century Fatherhood. But, he is also a role model for women as his Godly life can be emulated by anyone who wants to get closer to God. Below are Seven Immediate Benefits for women who read the book, Fatherhood Principles of Joseph the Carpenter.
- Biblical Historical Purposes: Everyone can learn from the life of Joseph the Carpenter as he was one of the most important people in Jesus’ life and in God’s Plan for Salvation.
- Apply the Principles: Women can apply the principles illuminated in the book in their personal lives and in their spiritual walk.
- Lift Your Own Personal and Spiritual Standards: By using the example of Joseph the Carpenter, women will be encouraged to raise their own levels and be better in Christ.
- Gain Self-Respect in Relationships: Women can learn what Godly men should be like so that they will not settle for less. They will know how they should be treated by men. As the men improve women will also be propelled to improve.
- Wives Can Encourage Their Husbands: Wives can help their husbands follow Joseph example and become Godly men, husbands and fathers. Wives can encourage their husbands to be effective Godly leaders in the family.
- Mothers Can Help Prepare Their Sons: By knowing what God expects of Godly men, husbands and fathers – mothers can help prepare their sons to live up to that Godly standard.
- Study Guide for Women’s Groups: This book is good for discussion groups as it helps everyone dig deeper into the Bible and is an effective Bible Study tool.
Please see our website for addition information on the Fatherhood Principles of Joseph the Carpenter. www.JosephTheCarpenterBook.com
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