Welcome to the Library. Here you’ll find all kinds of information on organizations that can help you no matter what your struggle. There’s help for all sorts of stuff – financial advice, support groups for spouses with terminal and other illnesses, help with addictions, and “how to” on talking with kids about abstinence.
Our goal here is not to simply throw a list of web addresses and 800 numbers at you. Any organization posted here is a place where we have personal contacts – we know people. My friend, if you’re hurting and need help, contact us through the Post Office and I will personally introduce you to the right person who will give you the assistance and support that you need.
Faith Based Counseling –
Our offices were established in 1980 to provide quality, ethical, psychological care and assessment services to the West Michigan area. Professional staff and independent contractors at PAGR represent a variety of disciplines including psychology, psychiatry, social work, marriage and family counseling, and pastoral counseling. All therapists hold appropriate licensure and/or certification.
For more information on Psychology Associates visit www.pagr.net or contact Linda Morrow at 616.957-9112
4BetterOr4Worse Ministry has worked with Psychology Associates closely in the past two years. We are confident that their professionals are able to combine a faith-based perspective and the best professional practices to bring you and your family the help you need.
If you’re not sure or need help making an appointment contact us at info@4betteror4worse.org and we’ll get you connected to the help you need right away.
Craig Gross recognized the growing problem of pornography in American Culture and responded to God’s call to make in impact on this reality and it’s cancerous effect on Christian marriages. Craig founded and internet based organization called the XXXChurch which seeks to educate men and women on the reality of the porn industry and it’s disastrous effect on the lives it touches.
The XXXChurch impacts the pornography industry in two ways. First, it seeks to free men from addiction to pornography. Second, it seeks to impact the supply side of the industry by bringing the Gospel of Salvation to the men and women involved in producing pornography and assisting them in moving out of the industry and into a life with legitimate jobs and safer lifestyles.
If you or someone you love has a problem with pornography, this is the most effective organization I know of to help you. Here’s how:
- Free X3Watch software – Accountability software for your PC or Mac.
- SafeEyes software – Internet filtering software for your PC or Mac.
To download X3Watch or to check out the other software visit www.x3watch.com
For more about the XXXChurch Ministry visit www.XXXChurch.com
All of the computers in the DeVries family are running x3watch software and Bert DeVries has two accountability partners.
Men and Abortion –
For more than 30 years, legalized abortion
has affected men from all ages and backgrounds.
The Alan Guttmacher Institute reports one in three women will have at least one abortion by the age of 45, and half of those will have a second abortion. In addition, statistics indicate that approximately 70% of those seeking abortion align themselves with evangelical Christianity or Roman Catholicism.
The abortion issue is a paradox for men. While men are encouraged to be more involved in child-rearing, they are also systematically denied the right to be involved in life and death decisions affecting their unborn children.
The Pregnancy Resource Center has been Living the Truth that People Matter to God for 24 years. They assist those in crisis pregnancy situations, as well as those who have made regrettable abortion decisions.
The following Pregnancy Resource Center web site link has more information — PRC for Men Only
Call the Pregnancy Resource Center for more information at 616.456.6873.
4BetterOr4Worse knows people at The Pregnancy Resource Center. If you’re wrestling with issues of an unplanned pregnancy or an abortion contact us through the Post Office and we’ll personally introduce you to someone who can help you.
Personal / Family Finance -
Money Management
Dave Treul, Extension Educator/Family and Consumer Sciences
Dave Treul has been a Money Management Educator with MSU/Kent County Extension since February of 2001. During that time Dave has facilitated money management classes on a wide variety of topics to an even wider variety of audiences inclulding employees of area businesses such as Cascade Engineering, Irwin Seating, and Butterball Farms; students at area high schools and colleges; employees and clients of many area social service agencies including the Salvation Army, Head Start, Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross, and Goodwill; as well as residents of various transitional housing programs including Dwelling Place.
A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Business School as well as a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School in Madison, Wisconsin, Dave brings not only his formal education to his position but also years of practical experience as a lawyer, money management counselor, banker, real-estate professional, stay-home dad and yes, even as a credit collector. If you’re looking for someone to not only knowledgeably facilitate a money management class but do it in a fun, non-judgmental and non-threatening way, Dave’s your man.
Look for Dave’s basic money management course, Dollar $ense, on the calendar on the Office Page.
You can contact Dave at 336-3212 or at treuld@msu.edu.
The monthly newsletter, Cents Ability, can be downloaded here.
4BetterOr4Worse is looking forward to working with Dave Treul and the MSU Extension. If you’re wrestling with money issues contact us through the Post Office and we’ll personally introduce you to Dave and get you back on track.
Christian Book Clearinghouse offers bargain prices on a great selection of books, Bibles, greeting cards, videos and more. There’s something here for every member of the family. Discounts range from 30%-80% off retail and even more for those buying in volume. Click on the logo as a link to the on-line store.
CBC-Select.com offers great prices on some of today’s most popular Christian products. Match that with the CBC (Christian Book Clearinghouse) reputation for quick shipping and excellent customer service and you have a winning combination. Click on the logo as a link to the on-line store.
With many people facing tough economic times, layoffs, unemployment, and credit debt, we are blessed to have David L. Conklin as one of our ministry resources.
Licensed to Practice Law in the State of Michigan and in the Federal Courts in the Western District of Michigan. Memberships include The State Bar of Michigan, the Federal Bar Association (Bankruptcy Section), the Michigan Forum of Estate Planners Attorneys (past President), the West Michigan Estate Planning council, American Bankruptcy Institute and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
David (Dave) Conklin is a native of West Michigan. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Western Michigan University and worked for several life insurance companies in the home office and in sales before returning to college for his law degree. He received his law degree from the University of Michigan in 1971. Dave lives in Comstock Park with his wife, Lana, a nurse employed by Spectrum Vascular. They have between them six children and twelve grandchildren.
Dave’s law practice (David L. Conklin P.C.) is located in the Cascade area of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dave’s law practice emphasizes estate planning, bankruptcy and asset protection. In addition he handles related real estate, business and Probate issues.
Contact David Conklin at (616) 942-0458
Visit Dave on his website: www.dlconklinlaw.com
