Dear Friend:
Every day we hear of a crisis or traumatic event that cripples the lives of people around us. According to National Association for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, 60% of men and 50% of women will experience and suffer a horrific event in their lives. Stress disorders are the most common mental health illnesses affecting nearly 40 million Americans annually. It’s also estimated that over seven million adults suffer with PTSD alone in any given year.
And sadly, this number includes 500,000 American veterans. Did you know that suicides among the armed forces returning from Iraq and Afghanistan are at an all-time high… and two-out-of-three military marriages are failing?
Yet we also know that during times of hardship, people are most open to change. The great paradox is that during “these times” God is not the author of evil and such horror, but He is our loving redeemer. He uses these events and times of brokenness to reveal Himself… to let us know that His grace is always available and sufficient.
And here is what I believe most: God has no greater plan that to use people who “Dare to Care” to share His message of hope. That’s why I am so excited to announce our new Counseling Certificate Training Program, “Stress and Trauma Care.”
Not long ago, the American Association of Christian Counselors, partnered with Military Ministry (a Division of Campus Crusade for Christ) to produce this groundbreaking 30-hour counseling training program. This brand new course offering is one of the most significant and timely projects ever undertaken by either of our organizations.
Our desire is to equip, encourage, and empower you to make a difference in the lives of those suffering with stress and trauma (and their families). Don’t miss out on being a part of making a real impact on so many—especially the men and women returning home from war.
I can’t wait to see how God is going to use this new counseling certificate training program—Stress and Trauma Care.
Blessings,
Tim Clinton
P.S. – Enroll before the deadline date to use the enclosed special $300 scholarship. You can get started for only $345 instead of the regular tuition price of $750 when you pay in full!
