Pizazz. Laughter. Friends. Singing. These words describe the Healthy Churches 2020 National Conference. But, did you know that a faith and health national conference even exists? Healthy Churches 2020 held its third annual national conference in Charlotte, NC. A Balm in … [Read more...] about Healthy Churches 2020 National Conference
Advent Guide: Third Sunday, December 11
Excerpted from How Will We Welcome the Prince of Peace? An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year A from the NC Council of Churches. The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall rejoice and blossom; like the crocus it shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice with joy … [Read more...] about Advent Guide: Third Sunday, December 11
Staying Healthy in the Midst of Clean Up
Clean up continues in Eastern North Carolina following the devastation of Hurricane Matthew. The stress is enormous for those dealing daily with the damage and loss caused by the storm. Resources for those struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns … [Read more...] about Staying Healthy in the Midst of Clean Up
Supporting a Sustainable Race Workshop
A Sustainable Race: Opening New Streams of Justice in our Environmental and Food Systems will be held September 16-17 2016 at the Franklinton Center at Bricks in Whitakers, NC. Hanging up the phone, I couldn’t believe the heart to heart connection I felt. I had just spoken to … [Read more...] about Supporting a Sustainable Race Workshop
Lenten Guide — Maundy Thursday
Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Love One Another: Reflections on Race, Power, and Privilege” Maundy Thursday — John 13:1-17, 31b-35 Now before the festival of the Passover, Jesus knew that his hour had come to depart from this world and go to the … [Read more...] about Lenten Guide — Maundy Thursday
Watershed Discipleship
I was intrigued by this ten-minute video passed on to me by community organizer and Council super-volunteer John Parker. I first came to learn of watershed discipleship through Fred Bahnson, director of the Food, Faith, & Religious Leadership Initiative at Wake Forest … [Read more...] about Watershed Discipleship
Wake Divinity School Grooms Young Leaders With Soil
I have the pleasure of continuing to work with Fred Bahnson, director of the Food, Faith, and Religious Leadership Initiative at the Wake Forest University Divinity School. Partners in Health and Wholeness sent several of our leaders during the past few years, including Regional … [Read more...] about Wake Divinity School Grooms Young Leaders With Soil
Partnerships that Work: Linda Tyndall
Sister Linda Tyndall has been a beautiful champion for health and faith outreach in Lumberton. Without her, I would not have known how to reach so many people in such a short time. A leader with the Come to the Table program said the same thing to me over the phone once. He … [Read more...] about Partnerships that Work: Linda Tyndall
Pre-Diabetic?
I just found out that I was pre-diabetic. This has never shown up in my blood draws before and I was stunned. “Really?” I say laughing, not sure how exactly to take this. “Well, you should watch what you eat, watch your protein/carbohydrate ratio, decrease stress levels, … [Read more...] about Pre-Diabetic?
Kneading Bread Over the Holidays
Waking up at 4:30 in the morning, oven alerting the baker to the first batch of fresh bread coming out of the oven -- that is what I most remember about the holidays. My dad would hum and gallivant in the kitchen between mixing bread dough, basting loaves that were heading into … [Read more...] about Kneading Bread Over the Holidays
CNN Honors Rev. Richard Joyner of Conetoe Family Life Center
The garden at Conetoe Family Life Center in Conetoe, NC is more than just about growing food; it's about changing mindsets, bodies, and redefining food equity power structures. In response to the racialized history that keeps many blacks from farming and the health crisis … [Read more...] about CNN Honors Rev. Richard Joyner of Conetoe Family Life Center
Learning to Grieve, Part 2
Grieving is a healthy response to life’s brokenness. When we grieve we allow our emotions to catch up with our minds. It allows us to think more clearly, make better choices, and we might be able to avoid the “comfort” foods that can mask our pain or negatively affect our own … [Read more...] about Learning to Grieve, Part 2
Learning to Grieve, Part I
I love the dark mornings, the tints of grey in the sky foreshadowing the brightness to come. I especially love it when I wake at the fourth or fifth hour and get to just meditate, looking out my window into the mellow early day. This particular morning, I woke to a text. It … [Read more...] about Learning to Grieve, Part I
Update: Healthy Churches 2020 National Conference Details
Wednesday-Friday, November 4-6 Hilton Charlotte University Place 8629 Jim Keynes Drive, Charlotte Experience a world-class faculty convened to provide tools for sustainable health interventions. If you are a pastor or a person responsible for the health ministry, annual … [Read more...] about Update: Healthy Churches 2020 National Conference Details
Being Tobacco-Free and Healthier
This week is Race to Quit, a campaign to inspire, encourage, and bring awareness to the importance of being tobacco free. As I was considering what to write, I thought about a conversation I had over the weekend in one of the churches I was attending. I was talking with my … [Read more...] about Being Tobacco-Free and Healthier
Join the Race to Quit, NC
Smoking is the most preventable cause of disease, disability, and death. One out of every five North Carolinians is a smoker and may be unaware of the support that exists to help them quit. Tobacco users and non-tobacco users can work together to help prevent and end this … [Read more...] about Join the Race to Quit, NC
Healthy Alternatives for Youth Groups
I was talking with colleagues, friends, and co-laborers who strive for better health on a population level and discovered that many of us had the same problem within our faith community. We saw that our children, our beloved future leaders, were being fed high-calorie, … [Read more...] about Healthy Alternatives for Youth Groups
Three Tips for Beginners to Get Your Congregation Healthier
I love being in the North Carolina country. There is nothing better than riding with your windows down, smelling the fresh air (sometimes loaded with smells of farm animals), the wind blowing your lips into a smile, and just looking at open land. I love it! Small towns like … [Read more...] about Three Tips for Beginners to Get Your Congregation Healthier
A New Heaven
“Joy, can you still dance. Now that I just heard about the Charleston shooting, can you dance a prayer as well as dancing to demonstrate that we offer our whole bodies to God?” This was Nurya, the minister-in-residence during this week long food and faith intensive sponsored … [Read more...] about A New Heaven
Come to the Table Conference Feeds the Soul
“It’s like a mini-family reunion” said one participant about the Come to the Table Conference that happened at Elon Community Church on Thursday, May 28. There were many encounters that unearthed the deep connections of energy and vibrancy formed through past projects. This … [Read more...] about Come to the Table Conference Feeds the Soul
Warm Weather Recipe: Cranberry-Ginger Ade
Looking for a cool and refreshing way to make use of those cranberries you have in the freezer from the holidays? I chose to make a spring digestive aid and was pleasantly surprised at how delicious and light this drink is. I don’t like turning on my AC, especially when … [Read more...] about Warm Weather Recipe: Cranberry-Ginger Ade
Start Your Pre-Holiday Eating Survival Plan
“[God] has given you every plant yielding seed that is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit; you shall have them for food.” (Genesis 1:29, NRSV) Thank you, Lord, for this reminder during this upcoming holiday season. As you embark on this … [Read more...] about Start Your Pre-Holiday Eating Survival Plan
PHW Faith and Health Summit: Appreciation, Connection, and Moving Forward
Months of planning and networking for the Partners in Health and Wholeness Faith and Health Summit culminated in a day that birthed a community choir and an anthem that was specially written for PHW. Jill Crainshaw, Blackburn Professor of Worship and Liturgical Theology at Wake … [Read more...] about PHW Faith and Health Summit: Appreciation, Connection, and Moving Forward
Olive Oil: What’s New to Know?
In the short duration of my food system studies (since 2000-ish), I have come across several controversial topics, one of which deals with olive oil. I was once told that if you refrigerate olive oil and it solidifies, then it is authentic. Great. Simple. Done. However, as I … [Read more...] about Olive Oil: What’s New to Know?
Fun Ways to Drink More Water
We can all relate to the desire to drink more water. However, the reality is that it just doesn’t happen for most of us. We forget it. Or some of us find the taste of water to be boring or off-putting. I personally love water. I am grateful that it helps to clear my skin and … [Read more...] about Fun Ways to Drink More Water
NCCC Eating Well Curriculum is a National Resource
If you haven’t had a chance to take a look at the Council’s curriculum, "Eating Well: For Ourselves, For Our Neighbors, For Our Planet," I urge you to do so. You will find food justice interwoven with all of the Council's areas of work. You will see how eating well affects your … [Read more...] about NCCC Eating Well Curriculum is a National Resource
Healthy Eating Equipment Grants Are Cooking Up Thanks
Partners in Health and Wholeness and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation partnered together to offer twenty churches Healthy Eating Equipment Grants. These churches received up to $5,000 to buy equipment that will help them provide healthy food options within … [Read more...] about Healthy Eating Equipment Grants Are Cooking Up Thanks
The Right Step At Home—A New Fitness Guide
Forget the yoga mats and fitness tapes, and step your way to health in your home, while using less toxic products. I enjoy the work of Partners in Health and Wholeness and I get excited about how we are connected to all the other programs at the Council. I appreciate even more … [Read more...] about The Right Step At Home—A New Fitness Guide
Natural Oral Health Tips That Can Even Help Your Heart
By taking care of your teeth, you can gain a beautiful smile, fewer cavities, fresh breath, and possibly, according to increasing scientific evidence, better heart functioning…did I surprise you with that one? Yes, it is true. Although the medical community isn’t quite firm on … [Read more...] about Natural Oral Health Tips That Can Even Help Your Heart
Blessed in the Small Things
The Bible states in Zechariah 4:10, “Do not despise the day of small things.” I have been constantly reminded of that verse lately. I saw it on Facebook, then I heard it in a sermon, and lastly, it was a daily verse on my phone. When I witness a recurring theme such as this, I … [Read more...] about Blessed in the Small Things
The 5K Challenge
When most people think of 5K, they think of running. Well, this time, not so much. This 5K challenge has to do with raising awareness of health and faith through driving. And, there is another hiccup. A 5K stands for 5 kilometers or 3.1 miles. However, I really mean 5,000 miles. … [Read more...] about The 5K Challenge
Pressing On
As you may remember, I pledged to make some healthy lifestyle changes of my own. I stated that these changes would be incremental so as not to be overwhelming and make me contemplate giving up on them. In addition, I shared that these changes and the results were a journey and … [Read more...] about Pressing On
Watershed Discipleship — Radical and Urgent Change
The Watershed Discipleship Course was held June 16-20 at in Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa. This conference was sponsored by the Food, Faith, and Religious Leadership Initiative at Wake Divinity with support from Kalleiopeia Foundation. Four of PHW's influential … [Read more...] about Watershed Discipleship — Radical and Urgent Change
Take Action For Health
I am roughly halfway through my internship with Partners in Health and Wholeness, and the pressure is on. There are a lot of behind-the-scenes activities that make PHW successful. For instance, it can be difficult to engage the community to embrace the idea of a healthy … [Read more...] about Take Action For Health
PHW Honors Helen Livingston
Meet one of our community leaders, Helen Livingston, of Scotland County. I first met Helen through the phone when I started with PHW, and almost instantly we were kindred spirits. She was the reason PHW had our first webinar, and she continues to be a strong asset for the Central … [Read more...] about PHW Honors Helen Livingston
Finding Amazement With Teens and Worms
Partners in Health and Wholeness continues to amaze me. I had a chance to visit Laurinburg Presbyterian Church where PHW is incorporating their program for healthier lifestyles. Of course this is with the help of some congregation members and local teenagers in the community who … [Read more...] about Finding Amazement With Teens and Worms
Change is Not Easy, But Necessary
The human body naturally seeks homeostasis or balance. This course does not need any thought or action from the individual; it is a natural process. Recently, I took the Partners in Health and Wholeness pledge to make some healthy lifestyle changes, seeking that homeostasis in my … [Read more...] about Change is Not Easy, But Necessary
True Imaging Demonstration with PHW
Wednesday, August 12, 1-2 p.m. Partnership for Children Building 404 North Main Street, #A, TroyOne of our stellar volunteers for Montgomery County is hosting a curriculum demonstration two weeks from today. Cindy Taylor, native to Troy, has fought to keep health at the center … [Read more...] about True Imaging Demonstration with PHW
2014 PHW Youth Conference
The Lord raised up Laquanda Bowden of Empowering Word Ministries and her church crew to organize an incredible 2014 Youth Conference. Yes, Partners in Health and Wholeness co-hosted this event, and I don’t want to downplay the role that Willona Stallings played or our summer … [Read more...] about 2014 PHW Youth Conference
Another Spirit-filled Weekend with Partners in Health and Wholeness
Partners in Health and Wholeness co-hosted a youth conference on Saturday, July 12, with Empowering Word Ministries in Wadesboro. I was honored to be able to participate as a PHW intern. Empowering Word Ministries Church held a spirit filled-praise and worship service with … [Read more...] about Another Spirit-filled Weekend with Partners in Health and Wholeness
Lord, Please Keep Making Me
With the Sidewalk Prophets singing “Keep Making Me” in the background, I sit here contemplating how to start the many blog posts running through my head. I am overcome with a wave of love that begins in my belly, funnels to my heart and out through my head. I get lost in the … [Read more...] about Lord, Please Keep Making Me
Here’s Johnny!
It is my pleasure to introduce you to PHW Intern Johnny Rogers. He is a UNC-Pembroke student, and you can read more about him in the staff section of the Council’s home page. Johnny has completed three weeks of this internship, and he hit the ground running hard. He will be … [Read more...] about Here’s Johnny!
2014 PHW Youth Conference is July 12
I hope that you have saved the date for the 2014 Youth Conference in Wadesboro. Partners in Health and Wholeness is joining Empowering Word Ministries to create a spectacular day filled with spiritual growth and health education. Last year, more than 200 participants … [Read more...] about 2014 PHW Youth Conference is July 12
PHW Community Hero: Helen Livingston of Scotland County
Meet one of our community leaders: Helen Livingston of Scotland County. I was able to get her to tell us a bit about herself and her community involvement. Joy: Ms. Helen, could you tell us a bit of a bio of your life and ways that you have contributed to the … [Read more...] about PHW Community Hero: Helen Livingston of Scotland County
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Six
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Just look for the picture of the apple on the books and you will find past Book Club … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Six
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Five
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Just look for the picture of the apple on the books and you will find past Book Club … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Five
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Four
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Just look for the picture of the apple on the books and you will find past Book Club … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Four
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Three
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Just look for the picture of the apple on the books and you will find past Book Club … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Three
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Two
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Just look for the picture of the apple on the books and you will find past Book Club … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter Two
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter One
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “The Circle Maker” by Mark Batterson. Just look for … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Chapter One
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Prayer Testimonies
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “The Circle Maker” by Mark Batterson. Just look for … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Prayer Testimonies
Gardening With a Purpose
Recently, I received a notice from a local community garden organizer about a grant opportunity sponsored by a fertilizer company. I shared it with my e-mail group and found one response, in particular, intriguing. Within this email, a local community leader expressed the … [Read more...] about Gardening With a Purpose
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Introduction
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “The Circle Maker” by Mark Batterson. Just look for … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Circle Maker, Introduction
Are We Past The Holiday Pounds?
I know that we are past the holidays, but are we past the pounds that we might have packed on? Many times, we are so bombarded by the holiday hype that we hardly have time to consider tips to avoid weight gain. So with 2013 behind us, here are some ideas to consider for 2014 and … [Read more...] about Are We Past The Holiday Pounds?
A Canine’s Love for Health
Have you ever thought about what your pet may think of your diet? I had some fun exploring this idea with a friend’s pet. Heidi is a dachshund with a remarkable story about how her diet has changed within the past several years, due to her owners changing their diet. Healthy … [Read more...] about A Canine’s Love for Health
Walking Together
Partners in Health and Wholeness cannot do its work without your involvement. We are dedicated to equipping individuals and churches with the proper resources to be successful at implementing healthier habits. We are powerful because you are with us. If there is anything on this … [Read more...] about Walking Together
Ashes to Beauty
To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified. --Isaiah … [Read more...] about Ashes to Beauty
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Eleven
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Eleven
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Ten
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Ten
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Nine
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Nine
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Eight
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Eight
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Seven
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Seven
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Six
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Six
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Five
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Five
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Four
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Four
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Three
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Three
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Two
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cymbala. We are … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter Two
PHW and Community Transformation Grant Unity
The Community Transformation Grant Project is a state-funded initiative designed to promote tobacco-free living, active living, and healthy eating among residents of Anson, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Montgomery, Moore, Randolph, Richmond and Scotland counties. The following … [Read more...] about PHW and Community Transformation Grant Unity
PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter One
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire" by Jim Cybala. We are posting … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Chapter One
Helping Support Healthy Pregnancies — Dinner and Discussion, June 28
It feels as though I have been pregnant at least eight times. I have two children, ages four and two, whom I care for deeply, and at least nine more that I support in some way or other. In truth, none of those pregnancies was my own, but I believe that when my neighbor is … [Read more...] about Helping Support Healthy Pregnancies — Dinner and Discussion, June 28
The Lord’s Mission Pushes On
PHW Liaison, Sarah Dean, is a dynamic individual who runs a successful health ministry at her church in Anson County. She applied on behalf of her church, Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, for a Blue Cross and Blue Shield Healthy Eating Equipment Grant. Although they were not … [Read more...] about The Lord’s Mission Pushes On
Still Accomplishing Great Things
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation announced the grantees for their Healthy Eating Equipment 2013 Cycle. Usually in any contest, you will hear about the proposals and work that the funded grantees are doing in their communities. However, within the same … [Read more...] about Still Accomplishing Great Things
Carrot-Coconut Bread Pudding
My dad has known for quite some time now that I’ve wanted a juicer. This particular weekend visiting my parents was no different from any other weekend, only this time my dad motioned for me to look in his car. He cautiously pointed to a juicer and asked me if I wanted it. He … [Read more...] about Carrot-Coconut Bread Pudding
Youth Lead the Way to Better Health
I am so honored to have met Tes Thraves almost three years ago. She is an organizer, a strong supporter of healthy local foods, and practices what she preaches. Her newest colleague, Jesalyn Keziah, and I have also become friends, first through email and recently through several … [Read more...] about Youth Lead the Way to Better Health
Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” by Jim Cybala. We are posting … [Read more...] about Book Club Discussion: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 6
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is from the free Saddleback Church Daniel Plan … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 6
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 5
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is from the free Saddleback Church Daniel Plan … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 5
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 4
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our current choice of reading is from the free Saddleback Church Daniel Plan … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 4
Come to the Table Comes to Your Home
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEFMalojwxM&feature=share&list=PL8Q1CX7GKFkdWD6XYWjw7z1HlVzCiyjqg Everyone gets so hyped about attending conferences. You go there, you collect as many business cards as you can, you write down notes, quotes, and things to follow-up with. … [Read more...] about Come to the Table Comes to Your Home
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 2
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our next choice of reading is from the free Saddleback Church Daniel Plan Curriculum. … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 2
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 1
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our next choice of reading is from the free Saddleback Church Daniel Plan Curriculum. … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan, Session 1
PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our next choice of reading will come from the free Saddleback Church Daniel Plan … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: The Daniel Plan
PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 7 (Reflection)
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. We will be posting updates through the PHW Facebook page, but our PHW blog page will … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 7 (Reflection)
PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 6 (Peace)
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. We will be posting updates through the PHW Facebook page, but our PHW blog page will … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 6 (Peace)
PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 5 (Diversity)
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. We will be posting updates through the PHW Facebook page, but our PHW blog page will … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 5 (Diversity)
PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 4 (Honoring Neighbors)
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. We will be posting updates through the PHW Facebook page, but our PHW blog page will … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 4 (Honoring Neighbors)
PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 3 (Enough)
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. You can officially sign-up here. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. We will be posting updates through the PHW Facebook page, but our PHW blog page will … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 3 (Enough)
The Table Was Packed
It is awesome how many people spend their days thinking of ways to make this world better. I was reminded of this during the latest Come to the Table Conferences. Both Kinston and Greensboro, the two locations for the Eastern NC and the Piedmont conferences respectively, brought … [Read more...] about The Table Was Packed
Healthy Eating Equipment Grants
The NC Council of Churches is partnering with the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC Foundation to offer healthy eating equipment grants for places of worship in Anson, Bladen, Columbus, Cumberland, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Montgomery, Randolph, Richmond, Robeson, … [Read more...] about Healthy Eating Equipment Grants
PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 1 (Overview)
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. We will be posting updates through the PHW Facebook page, but our PHW blog page will have the discussion posts in full … [Read more...] about PHW Book Club Discussion: Eating Well Week 1 (Overview)
PHW Launches Book Club
Thank you for joining the Partners in Health and Wholeness Book Club. Through it, we hope to engage people of faith in discussions over why our health matters. Our first choice of reading will come from the free “Eating Well” NC Council of Churches Food Curriculum. We will be … [Read more...] about PHW Launches Book Club
Toward a Healthier New Year
Are the holidays over already? Well, yes. But what remains for many of us are the extra pounds packed on from Thanksgiving to the New Year holiday. Darn. I came across this podcast, and found it interesting to hear from a chef…who is also a doctor who advises: how to avoid … [Read more...] about Toward a Healthier New Year
Speaking Life In a Dry Valley
The NCCC’s annual staff Christmas lunch is a time of good cheer for the old and new staff. I was warmly surrounded by spiritual leaders who strive to do as Ezekiel did, speak to where there seems to be no hope—and speak the word of God to renew life (Ezekiel 37:1-14). I sat … [Read more...] about Speaking Life In a Dry Valley
New Year’s Resolution to Drop the Habit
No, I’m not talking about the attire worn by a group of women deeply committed to God. I’m referring to tobacco cessation. Many people resolve to quit smoking or otherwise using tobacco as a New Year’s resolution. If that is your resolution, then the trick to being successful is … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolution to Drop the Habit
Better Dental Care With a Bag of Apples
Executive Director George Reed wrote an article recently about the importance of dental care for children. His link to Kathy Higgins' remarks brought our attention to the contradiction of spending hundreds to thousands of dollars on items that we "want" such as big musical … [Read more...] about Better Dental Care With a Bag of Apples
The Not-So-Sweet Truth
Partners in Health and Wholeness is trying to reach you in every way possible. Why are we trying to reach you? Because we have some truths that could help change how we view health for ourselves and for each other. People of faith who are interested in these health topics try … [Read more...] about The Not-So-Sweet Truth
Emotional Eating During the Holidays
I have to admit that the Eat Smart, Move More’s Holiday Challenge to maintain and not gain has been weighing on me...no pun intended. I sometimes emotionally eat during the holidays. I do it because I miss my grandmother and certain dishes remind me of her. I understand that … [Read more...] about Emotional Eating During the Holidays
Date Change: Latino Pastor Dinner in Robeson Co.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED IN 2013. Our apologies for any inconvenience. Partners in Health and Wholeness will host a dinner to connect Latino pastors with free resources and grants for churches. It takes place Thursday, Dec. 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. at … [Read more...] about Date Change: Latino Pastor Dinner in Robeson Co.
Food Day Flash Mob a Success
Experiencing Food Day across the nation was a big success. Many people came together to celebrate healthy, sustainable, affordable, and fair food. The real success, that we can have a system that is healthy, sustainable, affordable, and fair, comes through the actions you and I … [Read more...] about Food Day Flash Mob a Success
Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church Connects Health to Faith
Sabrina Morris, a nurse at Cape Fear Valley Health, is helping to connect health as a faith issue within Fayetteville's Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church with the support of her pastor, David C. Camps Sr. Over the summer, the health ministry team at MCMB served healthy … [Read more...] about Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church Connects Health to Faith
Choreographing A Flash Mob
Why a statewide flash mob to celebrate National Food Day? Because I have big dreams, and even if I fail in achieving them, I can be encouraged knowing that I was not afraid to dream big and to go for it. But now, I'm humbled knowing that so many others hold the same dreams, and … [Read more...] about Choreographing A Flash Mob
Join the Food Day Flash Mob
Partners in Health and Wholeness is organizing a statewide Flash Mob on October 24 at 12:05 p.m. There is no single set location for this Flash Mob, which is celebrating Food Day, a national event. Local communities will decide their site. Food Day is a movement for healthy, … [Read more...] about Join the Food Day Flash Mob
PHW ‘Be A Star’ Children’s Event On July 19 in Troy
Sizzling pans and laughing children will fill the Troy Farmers Market on July 19. Tomato Day at the market will feature local tomato-recipe tastings. And Partners in Health and Wholeness will co-sponsor a free children’s Be A Star event where children can place stars on a … [Read more...] about PHW ‘Be A Star’ Children’s Event On July 19 in Troy
Local Farmers Supported by People of Faith
What do you think of when I say ‘faith and health’? Maybe a congregation exercising together or changing their diet? How about members of a faith community visiting a Farmers Market and supporting local farmers? That’s what Partners in Health and Wholeness is encouraging … [Read more...] about Local Farmers Supported by People of Faith
Seven Risk Factors to Monitor Your Health
Did you know that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for Americans? In fact, more than 800,000 people die a year (one in three overall deaths). The American Heart Association (AHA) lists ‘Life Simple 7’ which are risk factors to help monitor cardiovascular … [Read more...] about Seven Risk Factors to Monitor Your Health
Praise Dancing Reaps Benefits
Mary Swann and Yvonne McGraw have taken an active leadership role in forming the Pee Dee Baptist Association Health Coalition. They have been gathering at least once a month since December 2011 to talk about health and faith. During their most recent gathering in May, members … [Read more...] about Praise Dancing Reaps Benefits
$9.94 Billion Spent to Market Cigarettes
In 2008, Big Tobacco spent $9.94 billion to market cigarettes, and sadly, that amount corresponds to ‘new customers’ despite public health efforts to stop the destruction caused by tobacco. Part of the harm is caused by hidden substances within tobacco products which are not … [Read more...] about $9.94 Billion Spent to Market Cigarettes
UNC-CH Minority Caucus Holds 33rd Annual Minority Health Conference
Partners in Health and Wholeness is proud to promote the 33rd Annual Minority Health Conference, presented by the Minority Student Caucus at UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health. PHW believes in closing the health disparities gap, which is a central goal for this annual … [Read more...] about UNC-CH Minority Caucus Holds 33rd Annual Minority Health Conference
Upcoming AME Zion Church Health Conference on Feb. 25
Francis Jones is organizing a district wide health conference to be held on February 25 from 10am-12:30pm at St. Marks AME Zion Church in Durham (531 S. Roxboro Street). Representatives of Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW) will speak about the Being Healthy, Being Faithful … [Read more...] about Upcoming AME Zion Church Health Conference on Feb. 25
Churches Set a Unity Plan: Being Healthy, Being Faithful 2012
Thanks to Mary McKeithan for being a key instrumental player in uniting churches in Bladen County on Monday November 28, 2011 at Elizabethtown Presbyterian Church on 800 Broad St. Ms. McKeithan and Joy Williams of Partners in Health and Wholeness collaborated with Bladen churches … [Read more...] about Churches Set a Unity Plan: Being Healthy, Being Faithful 2012
Richmond County Kicks Off Being Healthy, Being Faithful 2012 on Jan. 29
Richmond County has answered the call to Being Healthy, Being Faithful 2012. Mary Swann and Yvonne McGraw of the Pee Dee Baptist Association have both been instrumental in rallying Baptist churches together to learn more about health as a faith issue. The first 2012 event is … [Read more...] about Richmond County Kicks Off Being Healthy, Being Faithful 2012 on Jan. 29
Churches Unite: Being Healthy Being Faithful 2012
Each year in North Carolina, thousands of people die of preventable diseases and almost 1.5 million North Carolinians currently lack health insurance. As Christians, we follow Christ, The Great Physician; someone who heals the sick, guides the lost, and liberates the oppressed. … [Read more...] about Churches Unite: Being Healthy Being Faithful 2012
Being Healthy, Being Faithful: Elizabethtown
Joy Williams of Partners in Health and Wholeness, an initiative of the NC Council of Churches, will collaborate with Bladen churches and the Parish Nurse on Monday, November 28th at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall of Elizabethtown Presbyterian Church at 800 W. Broad Street (across … [Read more...] about Being Healthy, Being Faithful: Elizabethtown
National Food Day Was Cooked Just Right!
People nationwide celebrated National Food Day on October 24th. The mission of National Food Day is "...to bring together Americans from all walks of life--parents, teachers, and students; health professionals, community organizers, and local officials; chefs, school lunch … [Read more...] about National Food Day Was Cooked Just Right!
Here’s Harvard’s Plate!
Harvard School of Public Health has put out a new plate—different from the USDA’s revamp of the Food Guide Pyramid. Among the differences, the USDA’s MyPlate does not talk about nutrient dense choices within their food guide. For example, the USDA says that a quarter of your … [Read more...] about Here’s Harvard’s Plate!
Radiation in Cigarettes
video platformvideo managementvideo solutionsvideo player This might strike you as surprising, as it did me, but radiation has been in cigarettes for more than forty years! We all have heard just how bad cigarettes are, but to know that they contain alpha particles on top of … [Read more...] about Radiation in Cigarettes
View Our Informational PHW Webinar
Please take a look at our Partners in Health and Wholeness Informational Webinar. You will have an opportunity to learn more about Partners in Health and Wholeness and hear questions from our attending audience. Please feel free to use the contact information offered during the … [Read more...] about View Our Informational PHW Webinar
We Accomplished Another Victory!
PHW had our second joint training with YES! On September 17th at Mt. Zion AME Zion Church in Eastover. We had different denominations, adults, and youth, who were gathered together to learn, discuss, and talk about health, health advocacy, and our faith! What a blessing it was … [Read more...] about We Accomplished Another Victory!
