Richard Godsil, is a parent, grand-parent and pastor to families. He attended Friends University to pursue his Masters in Family Development and Education in order to help families to become stronger, happier and more loving. Richard has worked with teens, children and their families for over 30 years in churches, schools and community events. He has trained parents, youth leaders and teachers on how to have a better relationship with their students and children. Richard is married to his high school sweetheart, Laurie, and they have three children and three grandchildren. They live and minister in Colorado.
Building a Strong and Loving Family
Six Interactive Lessons To Becoming A More Fulfilled Family
by Richard Godsil
Building a Strong and Loving Family
Six Interactive Lessons To Becoming A More Fulfilled Family
by Richard Godsil
Published Mar 25, 2009
151 Pages
Genre: RELIGION / Christian Living / General
Book Details
Is having a happier and stronger connected family important to you?
Just as in building a house or fine handcrafted furniture, it takes time, effort and knowledge. In Building a Strong and Loving Family, you will laugh, share and find insight into becoming a healthier family. In each session, you will be involved in an active opening which will put everyone at ease. This allows for the subject to be discussed, for the participants to share and for the lesson to be applied. At the end of each session you will take the active lesson home and share it with your children. By allowing the family to participant in each lesson, they will learn to apply the principles in becoming stronger, healthier and happier.
The six sessions are:
Understanding the Blueprints – Communication
Sanding the Rough Edges – Coping with Crises and Stress
Gluing the Wood – Commitment
Nailing the Pieces Together – Spending Time Together
Staining the Wood – Affirmation
Applying the Varnish – Spiritual Wellness
This book can be used in small groups or in a large group setting. Each book includes a leader’s section and participant’s work pages.
Book Excerpt
UNDERSTANDING THE BLUEPRINTS
Understanding the blueprints is essential in building. If you don’t understand the measurements or the location, serious consequences will arise. I know that “real men” don’t need instructions, but truth be told, if we don’t follow the blueprints, we may end up with a doghouse instead of a house for a family to live in. And if that happens, you might end up in that doghouse!