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Step Families So you're a stepfamily now. Well, have you discovered that your family doesn't much resemble the Brady Bunch? If so, you're not alone. Combining two families into one is almost always a real challenge! But the payoffs of persevering can be great. And the good news is that you don't have to reinvent the wheel here. You can draw upon the experience, wisdom and support of other people that have walked, or are now walking, the same road you are on. The table below shows upcoming Step Family Events or Programs. All programs listed here are open to the general public. The programs are listed in the order of when they occur. If the "Name of the Program" is underlined, this indicates that if you click there, you will be provided with more information about that program. Please contact the contact person indicated to make sure that there is still space available and to sign up for the program you are interested in.
The information about Step Familiy Events is presented in the following format:
Name of Program Town offered Providing Organization | Days and Time Dates Cost | Contact Name Telephone Number Email Address | Couples Retreat at Zephyr Point Zephyr Point Lodge, on Lake Tahoe Elk Grove United Methodist Church | Begins Friday night June 27, about 8:00 PM, all day Saturday and Sunday June 29 ends after lunch.
$330.00 per couple | Kathy LaPoint Collup, Pastor
916-686-8303
office@elkgroveumc.org | Mastering the Mysteries of Love Arcade Library - Community Room
2443 Marconi Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821 | Start date: 8/9/2008
Finish date: 8/16/2008
Schedule: Sat, 8/09/2008 8:30 am- 5:00 pm and
Sat, 8/16/2008 8:30 am- 5:00 pm.
Free | Shirley DeHaan
(916) 443-3434 Ext. 16
shirley.hmp@gmail.com | | | |
Recommended Readings
How to Win as a Stepfamily - by Emily & John Visher
A best-selling clearly-written, optimistic handbook for prospective and current stepfamilies providing solid information, practical suggestions and comforting support. Relationships old and new are explored with telling examples and sensible advice. A real must-read!
The Smart Stepfamily: Seven Steps to a Healthy Family - by Ron L. Deal
"Ron Deal has given the church and stepfamilies a real gem. Ron compassionately and competently describes the spiritual and relational challenges facing stepfamilies. He provides practical and wise instruction for successfully navigating the stepfamily journey. The Smart Stepfamily is the best book available for stepfamilies that I've seen. I'm convinced it will prove to be a valuable resource for stepfamilies. Buy it, read it, and share it with a friend." - from the review by Dennis Rainey, Executive Director, FamilyLife Home |
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