DISCOVERING A COURAGEOUS AND PEACEFUL WAY FORWARD
Yes, TLS provides Conferences and Training in the USA!
USA: ST. LOUIS MO Sept 25-26 WOMEN'S CONFERENCE
There is a feeling that often lies deep within, waiting for the opportune moment to accuse and unsettle us. Of all the emotions that we might identify at this moment, the true culprit would likely not be named. In fact, we might strongly deny that we would harbor such an affliction. And that simply adds to its intrigue— and to its strength.
Yet, when we are honest, we recognize some of its symptoms. We know the feeling of intimidation that initiates self-protection, the fear that compels us to withdraw and hide, the accusations that plague our thoughts, the regrets that accumulate and multiply into a crushing burden.
These struggles that plague our sense of well-being and fullness of life can often be traced to a feeling of shame and fear. We have much to learn as we listen in on the impromptu conversation between Jesus and the Samaritan woman.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL 2026
June 25 - July 7 CONFERENCE IN ZHYTOMYR, UKRAINE
We are grateful to be invited to serve with Holding Ukraine for the 4th year. This 5-day seminar will take place in Zhytomyr UKRAINE where 100+ church and community leaders will gather.
- "We are weary. The effort to find a hopeful way forward and to lead others in that direction is overwhelming. We are experiencing 'long-life stress.' Please, help renew our strength."
Thrive Life Skills will come alongside to encourage, strengthen, and inform of healthy ways to come to peace with suffering. As we remind of truth and hope, the leadership will be renewed to go forth once more to help their own people. Comment from one of last year's participants:
- "We are tired and losing our focus. You have come like a gentle wind blowing into the dying sparks to bring renewed life. You are inspiring us. Thank you."
August 12 - 24 NAIROBI KENYA; ASEMBO, KENYA
- WOMEN'S CONFERENCE IN NAIROBI: A New Song. We cannot erase suffering—nor can we “fix” it. However, we can share the healing hope of Jesus with the women as they face the lingering pain which seems to have taken over their life. We can provide a safe place to tell their story and teaching materials that can be used to duplicate this message of hope to others.
- ENTERPRISE FOR GOOD: Women and young girls live with many disadvantages in most African villages. The very natural onset of menstruation presents a distinct challenge. Without proper sanitary provisions, the young girls are forced to stay home from school or work. Reusable provisions are becoming available but the cost is prohibitive and the desirable supplies are being used as “bait” for sexual favors. Some groups make the items in the U.S. and send them; but TLS wants to come alongside the women in another way. By providing the pattern and start up provisions such as sewing machines, sewing kits, and supplies, the women are empowered to provide for themselves and each other – and create relevant sustainable businesses in the community. Asembo village (home of 70+ widows) will be the base training ground for this project which we hope will multiply to other locations.
- WOMEN'S CONFERENCE IN ASEMBO: A New Song and Needle & Thread. It is likely that these women - many of them widows - have never imagined that anyone would want to hear their story. God calls TLS to remind them of their value and identity in Him -- and to give hope for a healthy way forward. "He put a new song in my mouth . . . a song of praise to our God."
August 12 - 24 KYAKA REFUGEE CAMP UGANDA
- Kyaka Refugee camp in UGANDA is home to 113,000 + persons primarily from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The refugees face many challenges – practical, emotional, and spiritual. TLS has been invited by e3partners to hold training for spiritual leadership in the camp -- a time to encourage them and provide tools for them to help their own people find a courageous way forward. Come Alongside provides Biblically-based guidance for those who want to conduct safe, relevant, and organized conversations around the difficult topic of suffering. We will leave multiple copies of the book, Come Alongside, with the leaders so they can duplicate the teaching.
NOVEMBER 11 - 25 MAE HONG SONG THAILAND
When God asked me to write Moving Forward From Trauma (now Come Alongside), the first location He sent me to teach it was THAILAND in 2015, and again in 2018. I am so happy to say that it is time to return! Tera Kouba will lead a group from First Baptist Church San Antonio and has asked TLS to go as a teaching partner. We will have three focuses:
- Karenni Bible School Students
- Karenni Senior Pastors
- Wounded Soldiers
The people (many are refugees) have deep scars and ongoing challenges due to the conflicts in Myanmar. They have experienced the warfare firsthand and ask for help with the trauma that now threatens to consume them. TLS will come alongside to share the hope of a peaceful way forward -- even in such times.
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