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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

The Adverse Childhood Experiences Study is a landmark CDC-Kaiser Permanente study that shows many major health and social issues have their roots in childhood trauma and that childhood trauma can have neurological and biological effects that last a lifetime.

Children and Family Resources

Resources for children and family to better help them in life and faith.

Clergy Services

Directory of retreat centers and pastoral counselors to help connect other faith leaders for fun, self-care, and spiritual growth.

Congregational Vitality & Recommended Books

A compiled list of recommended print resources for congregations.

Counseling Services, Faith-Based & Support Groups

Document and website resources for counseling services, faith-based & support groups.

Food and Clothing

Resources and programs in support of food and clothing to our community.

Housing/Shelter

Resources and programs in support of housing/shelter to our community.

Immigrant Services & Information

Resources that could be of help to immigrants in your congregation or those who come to your door for help.

Safety in Houses of Worship

Resources and procedures to help keep your house of worship safe.

HARC Hike

HARC Hike for Hunger & Hope is a non-competitive fundraising event open to all ages. This fully supported hike on the beautiful C&O Canal towpath features 4 K (2.5 miles), 10 K (6.2 miles), and half marathon (approx. 13 miles) hikes, to include everyone from casual to serious hikers and runners. You can look forward to scenic water views, snacks, water & Gatorade refills along the way. All hikes will be along the C&O Canal in Maryland and will end at the beautiful Shepherd’s Spring Retreat Center with a short hike through the woods. All hikes will end at our “Celebration” pavilion where participants can relax and enjoy a delicious lunch and fellowship.