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Here we are, 2017 a brand New Year! There is something exciting about a brand new year, even though it is just a date on the calendar, we look to the New Year with new possibilities.
It is a time of year to reflect back on the past year, a time to make commitments to correct failures of the past. We make New Year’s resolutions; for many it’s to get healthier, to eat better, and to exercise more. It’s been said most of us give up before January 31st! Most of us lack the personal commitment and just quit too soon!
For the one who has a personal trainer, someone else to help set goals, to encourage and to help an individual reach their goals; there is a greater chance of success. The one with an exercise partner, a jogging partner; they have a better chance of meeting their goals!
That is exactly what we do at Family First! We are here as a personal trainer to families, here to encourage, help families to set goals, and we share ways to reach those goals! We are here to partner with moms and dads and their children to help them learn, grow and succeed as a family!
For an individual athlete to succeed, their trainer needs to be committed to their success! At Family First this year we are declaring this year 2017 as “the Year of Commitment”, a year we renew our 14 year commitment to reach out to as many families as we can in our community.
We commit to listen and encourage, to commit the resources, and continue to focus on our community right here, right now, right here where we live! At Family First we are committed to teaching new things, new skills, and new ideas for families that are needing a little help along the way!
I am thankful that God our Father, has said: “See I am making all things new,” Rev 21:5. He is the one who can turn the old into new! We look to Him this coming year, with an excitement, expectation, a hope and a plan for success!
We thank all of you who have supported Family First this past year, enabling us to reach out farther into our community. Happy New Year, may God bless you and your families on your journey, this coming New Year; 2017” a year of commitment”.
God Bless,
/s/ Frank and Clare
Announcements:
Volunteers Sought
Family First Pregnancy Center and Family Diaper Bank is looking for Volunteers with a heart of service and loves children, social media and office work. Signup for our Annual Volunteer Training on Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 9am – 2pm at 1575 W American Ave. Oracle, AZ 85623. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP at 520-896-9545 by January 19th to save your spot.
Diaper Drive
January is Pinal County Diaper Drive through Family First. We collect diapers for infants and adults. Drop off places are Dollar General in Oracle and the Family First Centers in Winkelman and in Oracle. Tax receipts are given upon request.
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