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Dear Colleague: A crisis pregnancy happens. She's typically somewhere between the ages of 16-24. Alone and scared. Confused. And she'll make one of the most difficult and important decisions of her life—to keep the baby or abort? Most of the time, she'll decide within a 24-hour window. Rarely does she have someone to talk to... someone to confide in... someone who will listen, understand and help her through it all. More than 1.2 million abortions are performed every year in this country (22% of all pregnancies), and the United States allows abortion-on-demand for any reason (only China and Canada also fall into this category). A stunning 10% of women have an abortion by age 20 and the number jumps to 25% by age 30. The reality is that we live in a highly sexualized culture where sex outside of marriage in no longer viewed as a serious moral issue. For those who become pregnant and choose to abort, the emotional, physical and spiritual pain can linger for a lifetime. And, tragically, adolescent and unwed mothers face increased risks for domestic violence, depression, unemployment, and a life of poverty. Much is being done to help, but there is so much more needed. Our Mission: To empower an army of coaches and counselors on behalf of the unborn and those wrestling with whether to choose life or abort. A Strategic Partnership: The prestigious American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) has teamed up with Care Net—the largest pregnancy center network in North America—to produce and deliver what we believe is now the foremost training of its kind in crisis pregnancy coaching and counseling. The Curriculum: Crisis Pregnancy Coach and Counselor Training Programs 101 and 201 include 24 targeted presentations that provide all the necessary content to help equip you for effective ministry and professional care. Some of the nation's leading experts will be your instructors. The Best News: Regular tuition for both courses is $800 each (Total $1,600). However, we are making a special "Partnership Scholarship" offer to all AACC members and Light University students. For only $900, you will receive both courses. There’s more! If you pay in full for both courses you will save an additional $100, for a total savings of $800! A special financing option is now available (See Registration page for details). You can become a new Care Net affiliate and will be able to purchase additional worktexts and exams so other students can become Certified Crisis Pregnancy Coaches or Counselors with a Specialization in Crisis Pregnancy for only $150 each. When you purchase the complete program of study (DVDs and worktext), the American Association of Christian Counselors has made available a free first-year membership ($169 value). Get started NOW! Don't miss our special "Partnership Scholarship" OFFER... enroll this week! We can't wait to see what God is going to do through these new courses.
Blessings, Tim Clinton, Ed.D. LPC, LMFT President, American Association of Christian Counselors Melinda Delahoyde, M.A. President, Care Net P.S. – Don't miss the special "Partnership Scholarship" offer, including the affiliate training program opportunity and free, one-year AACC membership, available now until October 21, 2012.

The All New Crisis Pregnancy Coach and Counselor Training Programs! Each course includes 12 engaging DVD lessons featuring some of the world's best Bible teachers, medical experts, counselors, and educators... complete with course lectures, outlines, study notes and exams. All designed to increase your knowledge and people skills.
A Special Place in God's Work Imagine the sense of joy and fulfillment you will find learning and being able to more adequately meet the needs of hurting people through biblically-based counsel. A Greater Understanding of Issues Facing Women Imagine the confidence, encouragement, and hope that will be gained through a better knowledge of the issues women struggle with in today's complex world. Convenience In an age when time and efficiency are at a premium, we offer you the convenience and advantage of classroom instruction sent to you on DVD so you can view and review as you need. There is also a comprehensive work text for going deeper at your own pace. Flexibility Light University offers quality training in a distance learning format that allows you to complete your education on your own time in your home or office. You determine your own class schedule and decide when and how you will study. Special Gift Upon successful completion of Crisis Pregnancy 101 and 201, students are eligible to apply for credentialing as Board Certified Crisis Pregnany Coaches or Counselors with a Specialization in Crisis Pregnancy through the International Board of Christian Care, and the $200 application fee will be waived.

Crisis Pregnancy 101 Only $400	Crisis Pregnancy 201 Only $400	Crisis Pregnancy 101 & 201 Only $800

Enrollment Deadline: October 21, 2012 101 Introduction to Crisis Pregnancy Care

MLCPC 101 Living and Serving in a Broken World: The Power of Relationship Julie Woodley, M.A. & Eric Scalise, Ph.D. with Joan Boydell, M.A. & Aundreè Montgomery, B.A. MLCPC 102 The Sanctity of Life: Theological and Historical Foundations Ron Hawkins, Ed.D., D.Min. MLCPC 103 The Abortion Determined Woman: Pregnancy Decision-making Linda Cochrane, R.N. & Julie Woodley, M.A. MLCPC 104 Basic Helping: Essential Listening Skills and Techniques Nancy Williams, M.A. MLCPC 105 Hello, May I Help You?: Making a Difference on the Phone Terry Williams, B.S. & Joan Boydell, M.A. MLCPC 106 Coaching Parents and Families Using the 3 C's Linda Mintle, Ph.D. MLCPC 107 Searching for Significance: Self-identity vs. God-identity Eric Scalise, Ph.D. MLCPC 108 Healthy Sexuality: God's Design for Love, Sex and Relationships Mark Laaser, Ph.D., M.Div. MLCPC 109 Unintended Consequences: HIV and Sexually Transmitted Diseases Freda Bush, M.D. MLCPC 110 The ABCs of Crisis Intervention: Crisis Pregnancy and its Aftermath Joan Boydell, M.A. & Eric Scalise, Ph.D. MLCPC 111 Care and Counsel: The Family, the Church and the Community Linda Mintle, Ph.D. MLCPC 112 The Role of Evangelism: Becoming Ambassadors for Christ Larry Moyer, D.Min. & Cindy Hopkins, B.S.

201 Issues and Challenges

MLCPC 201 Counseling in the 21st Century: Serving Her Online and through Social Media Joshua Straub, Ph.D. MLCPC 202 Pregnancy Issues: Contraception, Complications and Concerns Sandy Christiansen, M.D. MLCPC 203 The Face of Pain: Sexual Abuse, Rape and Domestic Violence Linda Mintle, Ph.D. MLCPC 204 Unresolved Trauma: PTSD, Addictions and Suicide Eric Scalise, Ph.D. MLCPC 205 The Miracle of Life: Fetal Development and Birth Sandy Christiansen, M.D. MLCPC 206 Abortion and the Law: Ethics, Liability, Client Rights and Current Statutes Jeanneane Maxon, J.D. MLCPC 207 Abortion Education: Procedures, Risks and the Research Sandy Christiansen, M.D. MLCPC 208 Post Abortion Syndrome: Understanding Anxiety and Depression Linda Cochrane, R.N. & Joan Boydell, M.A. MLCPC 209 Dealing with the Aftermath: Grief, Loss and Complicated Grief Jennifer Cisney Ellers, M.A. MLCPC 210 Forgiveness and Reconciliation: The Road to Recovery Eric Scalise, Ph.D. MLCPC 211 Considering the Options: Choosing Adoption Kris Faasse, M.S.W. MLCPC 212 Compassion Fatigue: Managing the High Cost of Care Eric Scalise, Ph.D.

Crisis Pregnancy 101 Only $400	Crisis Pregnancy 201 Only $400	Crisis Pregnancy 101 & 201 Only $800

World-class Faculty

Joan Boydell, M.A., is a Licensed Professional Counselor and holds degrees from Wheaton College (B.A., Literature) and Immaculata University (M.A., Counseling Psychology). She served as a pregnancy center Executive Director from 1989 through 2008, and has been a Care Net consultant since 1994. Joan and her husband, Bruce, are owners and principal partners of Lifespan Coaching and Consulting, LLC, as well as Co-directors of Ministry and Operations at The Haft, Inc. (www.thehaft.org).

Freda Bush, M.D., is an OB-GYN and Clinical Instructor in the Departments of OB-GYN and Family Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She is also CEO of the Medical Institute for Sexual Health and has co-authored two books with Joe S. McIlhaney, M.D., Hooked and Girls Uncovered. Dr. Bush served on the Presidential Advisory Council for HIV/AIDS.

Sandy Christiansen, M.D., is a licensed physician and board certified Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians & Gynecologists. She currently serves as the National Medical Consultant to Care Net and the Medical Director of Care Net Pregnancy Center of Frederick, MD. Dr. Christiansen has provided commentary to numerous national media outlets and legislative venues on the topic of abortion and bioethics.

Linda Cochrane, R.N., is an author, speaker, teacher, trainer, and national post abortion consultant with Care Net Pregnancy Centers. Her Bible Studies include: Forgiven and Set Free, Healing a Father's Heart, The Path to Sexual Healing, and A Time to Heal. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Hopeline Pregnancy Resource Center in Danbury, Connecticut. In 2007, Linda received the Harold O.J. Brown "Sanctity of Human Life" Award at the National Care Net Directors Conference. She lives in New York with her husband of 27 years and three daughters.

Jennifer Cisney Ellers, M.A., is a counselor, life coach, crisis response trainer, author and speaker. She trains, counsels and coaches in the field of grief, crisis and trauma through the Institute for Compassionate Care. Jennifer is an approved instructor for the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation and also provides divorce coaching, training and speaking through Emerge Victorious, a ministry for women rebuilding their lives after divorce. She is the co-author of The First 48 Hours: Spiritual Caregivers as First Responders with her husband, Dr. Kevin Ellers, and Emerge Victorious: A Woman's Transformational Guide After Her Divorce with Sandra Dopf Lee.

Kris Faasse, MSW, is a Licensed Master Social Worker and the National Director of Adoption Services for Bethany Christian Services, a global non-profit organization caring for orphans and vulnerable children on five continents. She holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology and a master's degree in Social Work, both from Western Michigan University, and has more than 30 years' experience in social work.

Ron Hawkins, Ed.D., D.Min., is a Licensed Professional Counselor and currently serves on the Executive Board for the American Association of Christian Counselors. He is the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Vice Provost at Liberty University, and also a Professor of Counseling and Practical Theology in the Center for Counseling and Family Studies. Dr. Hawkins is a pastor, author and frequent presenter at AACC's regional and national conferences; marriage and family conferences; Christian camps and men's retreats. He co-authored Strengthening Marital Intimacy and The Quick Reference Guide to Biblical Counseling with Dr. Tim Clinton.

Cynthia Hopkins, B.S., is the Vice President of Center Services for Care Net. She joined the Care Net team in 2006 and provides leadership to their team of Center Services Specialists, Trainers, and Consultants. Cynthia is dedicated to program development and uses innovation and creativity to deliver meaningful resources, training, and education to Care Net's network of pregnancy centers.

Mark Laaser, Ph.D., M.Div., Director of Faithful and True Ministries, is regarded as the leading authority in the Christian counseling community in the field of sexual addiction. He has published 10 books on the subject, including his groundbreaking book, Healing the Wounds of Sexual Addiction, and his three-book Men of Valor series. Dr. Laaser lectures around the world and teaches at religious organizations, colleges, universities and treatment centers. Together with his wife, Debbie, Mark has worked in the field of sexual addiction for more than 25 years and co-authored their highly-acclaimed book, The Seven Desires of Every Heart.

Jeanneane Maxon, J.D., is Vice President of External Affairs and Corporate Counsel for Americans United for Life. An avid spokesperson on pro-life issues, Jeanneane frequently appears in media and has been called to testify before numerous state legislative bodies. She has lectured in several workshops at national pro-life conferences, as well as hosted dozens of Webinars. In 2011, Jeanneane co-authored a 600+ page manual titled, Legal Solutions: A Legal Resource for Life-affirming Pregnancy Help Organizations, and also served as the primary author and editor of Legal Care, a monthly newsletter for pro-life pregnancy support organizations.

Linda Mintle, Ph.D., is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, at Eastern Virginia Medical School, a national news consultant, national speaker and expert on relationships and the psychology of food, and a BeliefNet blogger. She is also a best-selling author with 19 book titles currently published. Her Web site is www.drlindahelps.com.

Aundreé Montgomery, B.A., is a Center Services Trainer for Care Net. Prior to joining the Care Net team, Aundreé served as Director of the Pregnancy Test Center in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. In addition to providing on-site trainings for Care Net affiliates, Aundreé also works with the Underserved Outreach Department at Care Net regarding development of pregnancy centers in high abortion areas.

Larry Moyer, D.Min., serves as founder and CEO of EvanTell, an evangelistic association headquartered in Dallas, Texas. He has earned degrees from Philadelphia Biblical University (B.S.), Dallas Theological Seminary (Th.M.) and Gordon-Conwell Seminary (D.Min.). In 2001, Philadelphia University awarded him the honorary Doctor of Sacred Theology degree. He has authored several books on evangelism and is known for the ability to express his thoughts in a clear and relevant manner.

Eric Scalise, Ph.D., is the VP for Professional Development with the AACC. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 32 years of clinical and professional experience in the mental health field. As the former Chair of Counseling Programs at Regent University, Dr. Scalise provides academic oversight as the VP for Academic Affairs with Light University Online and as the Executive Director of the International Board of Christian Care (IBCC). He is an author, an international conference speaker, and consults with organizations, clinicians, ministry leaders, and churches on a variety of issues.

Joshua Straub, Ph.D., is Executive Pastor of Family Ministries at Woodland Hills Family Church and Executive Director of TwoIgnite. In addition, Josh serves as an online professor for Liberty University. He is the co-author of God Attachment: Why You Believe, Act and Feel the Way You Do About God and The Quick Reference Guide to Counseling Teenagers. With a background in professional counseling, he specializes in marriage and family, the Millennial generation, attachment and relationship research, crisis and trauma, and spiritual formation. Josh is married to his favorite Canadian, Christi, and together they are the proud parents of Landon Andrew.

Nancy Williams, M.A., has been involved in the pregnancy center movement for more than 20 years, first as Founding Director of her local center and then adding the role of Care Net National Consultant and Trainer, which is now her primary focus. In addition, Nancy is a perinatal educator and consultant, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice. She is also an adjunct faculty member in the Psychology Department at Chapman University in California.

Terry Williams, B.S., is a Care Net Center Services Specialist, consultant and National Trainer. She trains staff, volunteers and board members in Pregnancy Resource Center work. Terry has been serving the pro-life ministry since 1991, having been an Executive Director for eight years and an Abstinence Director, Educator and Presenter for 10. She also finds herself busy ministering to and mentoring teenagers and young women in a variety of ways, including Bible study, retreats, one-on-one discipleship and curriculum writing. Additionally, Terry is frequently called upon to testify in the Texas Legislature regarding pro-life issues.

Julie Woodley, M.A., is a Licensed Trauma Counselor Director and Founder of Restoring the Heart. She also represents Lighthouse Network as the Ministry Outreach Representative of Timberline Knolls, a residential addiction and trauma treatment facility. Julie, in collaboration with the AACC, produced the DVD Series, Into My Arms (on the trauma/healing after an abortion) and In the Wildflowers (on the trauma/healing after childhood sexual abuse). She is a speaker, an author, was ordained in 2000, and serves as a Co-Director of the AACC's new division, Crisis Pregnancy & Abortion Recovery.

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