We serve at-risk youth through mentoring and encouragement.

fatherlessness

  • Fatherless America: Confronting Our Most Urgent Social Problem by David Blankenhorn

    Never before in history have so many fathers abandoned their children. Author David Blankenhorn, president of the Institute for American Values, reveals the consequences of this problem – and the solution.

general Christian

  • Case for Christ by Lee Strobel

    Once an atheist, Chicago Tribune reporter Lee Strobel investigated the claims of Christ. Was he who he claimed to be? Strobel interviews experts in history, science, and philosophy to make his case.

mentoring/ministry

  • Master Plan of Evangelism by Robert E. Coleman

    The ultimate strategic plan for sharing the gospel was written over 2000 years ago. It was the best model for evangelism then, and it’s still the best model today.

  • Mentoring: Confidence in Finding a Mentor and Becoming One by Bob Biehl

    Author Bob Biehl explains the nuts and bolts of effective mentoring – what to do, and what not to do. A hands-on book for both the mentor and the protégé.

  • Fine Art of Mentoring: Passing on to Others What God Has Given to You by Ted Engstrom

    In his book, author Ted Engstrom explains what mentoring really is: "Mentoring is much more expensive than simply teaching and/or training. It is investing time and prayer. It is building relationships and investing emotionally in transfer of values and skills and attitudes," (p.73).

parenting

  • Raising a Modern Day Knight: A Father’s Role in Guiding His Son to Authentic Manhood by Robert Lewis

    Author Robert Lewis provides the tips, tools, and techniques to raise a boy from youth to chivalrous manhood.

  • The Seven Secrets of Effective Fathers by Ken Canfield

    Using solid scientific research and the wisdom of experienced dads, author Ken Canfield reveals seven secrets for parenting your child.

poverty

  • Framework for Understanding Poverty by Ruby Payne, Ph.D.

    In her groundbreaking work, Dr. Ruby Payne shows that children who live in poverty respond differently in a classroom than other children. Dr. Payne’s book is for teachers who are interested in increasing their effectiveness with children in need.