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Family in the summer

Reconnecting Through Summer: The Family Bond

By Matt Rowe / June 16, 2024

Dr. Matthew W. Rowe, Ph.D., CPC, BCLC. Introduction Ah, summer! That magical time when the days are longer, the worries are fewer, and the opportunities for family fun are endless. Whether you’re a parent trying to pry your kids away from their screens or a family looking to create memories that will last a lifetime, summer is the perfect season…

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15 Key Principles of Christian Relationship Counseling That Can Transform Your Life

By / September 23, 2024

Transform your life today by exploring the 15 key principles of christian relationship counseling in our latest blog post.

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A Hilarious Guide to Surviving the Summer with Your Clan; and making the time count.

By Matt Rowe / April 26, 2024

Ah, summer! That magical time when the sun refuses to set, ice cream becomes a food group, and we somehow convince ourselves that spending time with family 24/7 is a grand idea. It’s the season where work and school take a backseat, and the family antics take center stage. Here’s the lowdown on why turning your summer into a family sitcom is the secret sauce to happiness, laughter, and maybe, just maybe, a little sanity.

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Love and Laughter

Love and Laughter – God’s Perfect Pair!

By Matt Rowe / February 9, 2024

Ah, February! The month of cozy sweaters, hot chocolate, and… Valentine’s Day! While some may dismiss it as a cliché holiday fueled by consumerism, as Christians…

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Why Family is the Christmas Star in the Christian Holiday Skyline

By Matt Rowe / November 29, 2023

Dr. Matthew Rowe, Ph.D., CPC, CMLC. Say hello to the holiday season, a time when joy, love, and unity are the main courses on the menu of life and Christians find it extra flavorful! While Christmas does come with its share of sparkly decorations, gift exchanges, and mouth-watering feasts, remember that the star on top of the Christmas tree symbolizes…

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How do we heal the bitterness in our hearts ?

By Matt Rowe / October 27, 2023

What is your medicine to the bitterness of life… specifically feeling bitter? My first thought is “acceptance” of what is… And then we GET the opportunity to decide who we are in this lifetime… And we GET the opportunity to decide what affects us, and what does not affect us. Bitterness is a cousin to disgust.Let it be. Bitterness is…

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Our Kids and Education, Why?

By Matt Rowe / September 6, 2023

Our Kiddos and Education Dr. Matthew Rowe, Ph.D., CPC, BCMLC. For us, the first day of school can be bitter-sweet. The end of summer is solidified not by the seasonal calendar, but by our kiddos going back to school. Why do we send our kids to school anyway? Each year, when my wife and take our kids back to school…

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2024 LOVE FACTOR GALA

By lovefactor / July 19, 2023

Experience a Night in Bavaria at our Annual Gala! Get ready for an unforgettable evening dedicated to supporting and strengthening relationships within our community. This year, our theme transports you to the heart of Bavaria, promising a night filled with Bavarian charm, delectable cuisine, and uplifting music. Join us on September 28th for a night of indulgence and generosity as…

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Furious Love – Fun & Love With Your Spouse

By lovefactor / January 20, 2022

Fun & Love With Your Spouse Dr. Les & Leslie Parrott Les and Leslie. A husband-and-wife team who not only share the same name, but the same passion for helping others build healthy relationships. Married in 1984, the Parrotts bring real-life examples to their speaking platform. Their professional training – Leslie as a marriage and family therapist, and Les as…

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Justice & Mercy Series (Part 2)

By lovefactor / January 7, 2022

If you haven’t read Part 1 yet, I encourage you to do so, or this might not make much sense! It is also written within a Christian context (being my personal value system; my faith in Jesus). I believe that even if you do not identify as a Christian, there are still general psychological principles and scientific knowledge that can…

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