Turning Point: Youth and Family Counselling Services
333 King Street R3B 0N1 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Amber from Youth for Christ Winnipeg talks about what a physically distanced radiothon is going to sound and look like. Join us May 5-7 for the Power of Hope radiothon in support of YFC!

The Power of Hope radiothon: May 5-7 Now more than ever young people need to know that there is hope. And, now more than ever young people are open to hearing a...bout the hope that Jesus brings. The work of Youth for Christ Winnipeg is continuing in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and they need your help. Please join us in praying for the work of YFC Winnipeg and the young people they minister to, and how you might be able to partner with them during this important time. https://chvnradio.com//the-power-of-hope-radiothon-in-supp

Cliff Heide had been the Executive Director at Youth for Christ Winnipeg for just 71 days when a global pandemic was declared. Check out the unique ways they are continuing to minister and how you can partner with them! https://chvnradio.com//ministry-doesn-t-stop-for-a-pandemic

Our Executive Director, Cliff Heide, brings a video update on how programming has changed at YFC Winnipeg in light of the current challenges brought about by COVID-19.

Please join us to hear powerful stories of hope! #yfcwinnipeg #chvn #powerofhope #hopeandpotential #everyyoungperson #givingtuesdaynow #togetherwegivehope

Our website is currently "under the weather", but we are still working with our youth! Stay tuned here for more stories of how our staff are connecting, and sha...ring hope with kids during the COVID-19 crisis. You can still support this important work at: https://www.canadahelps.org//c/youth-for-christ-winnipeg/ See more

Dear friends, we are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our website. If you have any inquiries please email us at [email protected] We apologize for any inconvenience.

Please note the radiothon has been postponed to April 22-23

MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER We are unifying our look across Canada to better represent the upward moving conversations our staff and volunteers have with youth. The mission of YFC Canada remains unchanged.

On behalf of the YFC Winnipeg Board of Directors, I am pleased to announce that Cliff Heide has been called to the position of Executive Director of YFC Winnip...eg, effective January 1, 2020 says YFC Winnipeg Board Chair, Russ Friesen. Cliff has been ministering in YFC Winnipeg for over 18 years, most recently as Senior Ministry Director. The Board is confident that under Cliff's leadership YFC Winnipeg will continue grow in its ability to reach youth in Manitoba. Heide began his journey with YFC while attending Providence College. He began volunteering at The Edge (a YFC skateboard program) and there got excited about youth ministry. At the time my studies focused on business and organizational leadership, says Heide. But my time at The Edge really shifted my outlook on what youth ministry was, and I felt God pulling me in that direction. Heide joined the staff at The Edge in 2001, and a few years later he assumed the Program Director role at The Edge. In 2015 Heide answered God’s call once again to become a Senior Ministry Director, supervising several YFC program directors. I am honoured to be given this opportunity to serve as Executive Director, says Heide, and am confident in doing so because I know firsthand that we have an amazing team serving here at YFC. The Board and YFC Winnipeg staff would also like to extend its gratitude and recognition of John Courtney as he steps down as Executive Director effective December 31, 2019, after 47 years of service. Under John's leadership and ministry YFC Winnipeg has reached tens of thousands with the gospel and built an organization that ministers to Youth on a much larger scale than we could have imagined. John leaves behind a legacy at YFC that will continue to impact the lives of youth for years to come. It has been my prayer and passion that YFC’s best years are ahead and that the mission and ministry of Youth for Christ will continue to thrive says Courtney. The Board’s choice of Cliff gives me great comfort in knowing the mission of YFC is safe. Cliff is a deeply spiritual person who believes in the power of the gospel. I’ve been blessed to work with amazing staff, a committed Board of Directors and a strong senior leadership team. It has been an honour to be a part of the YFC family for so many years. Founded in 1954, YFC Winnipeg is one of the largest YFC chapters in North America with over 70 missionary staff and 400+ volunteers working with over 11,000 youth last year. The mission to see the hope and potential in every young person has helped form a diverse array of youth programming (Ball Hockey, Soccer, Rig Fitness Centre, Turning Point Counselling Centre, New Hope for Teen Parents, the Edge Skatepark, Work Force, King St. Drop-in, the Rock Climbing Gym, Masterworks Dance Studio, Camp Cedarwood, and satellite locations in Arborg, Carman, Gimli, Niverville, Selkirk, Stonewall, and St. Pierre-Jolys.) Please join us in welcoming Cliff to his new role in YFC Winnipeg and supporting him and the entire YFC Winnipeg ministry in our prayers, encouragement, and financial support. Contact info: Amber Anderson Skrabek, Senior Director of Community Relations YFC Winnipeg [email protected] 204-669-4205 X 241 333 King Street, Winnipeg http://yfcwinnipeg.com/news.html

It’s Giving Tuesday! By donating to Turning Point Counselling, you are giving the gift of mental health help for those who may not otherwise be able to afford it. We are so thankful to all those who partner with us in this ministry. To give (please specify Turning Point): http://yfcwinnipeg.com/make-a-donation.html

Know a girl aged 12-17 interested in getting connected with peers and mentors? Contact us to register and for more details!

Don't miss out on this opportunity to invest in your marriage through the Better Together Marriage Group at Turning Point!

The World Health Organization recently included "burnout" in its International Classification of Diseases, calling it an occupational phenomenon that results from chronic workplace stress. Check out this article on how to not bottle-up your emotions at work, which can help prevent burnout. https://www.mindful.org/bottled-up-emotions-at-work-lead-t/

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Every year, suicide is among the top 20 leading causes of death globally for people of all ages. It is responsible for over 800,000 deaths, which equates to one suicide every 40 seconds. For each suicide approximately 135 people suffer intense grief or are otherwise affected. This amounts to 108 million people per year who are profoundly impacted by suicidal behaviour. Preventing suicide is often possible and you are a key player in its prevention! You can make a difference ...- as a member of society, as a child, as a parent, as a friend, as a colleague or as a neighbour. Here are some things you can do: - Help raise awareness - Educate yourself and others about the causes of suicide and the warning signs for suicide - Show compassion and care for those who are in distress in your community - Question the stigma associated with suicide, suicidal behaviour and mental health problems - Share your own experiences Let’s all do our part and work together to prevent suicide. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay2019 #WSPD Info taken from: https://www.iasp.info/wspd/pdf/2019/2019_wspd_brochure.pdf

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD). The theme this year is Working Together to Prevent Suicide. This is a good reminder as we all have a role to play and together we can collectively address the challenges presented by suicidal behaviour in society today. Here are a few things you can do: 1. Take a minute to notice what is going on with you, your family, your friends and your colleagues 2. Take a minute to reach out and start a conversation if you notice something... is different 3. Take a minute to find out what help is available for both you and others For more info: https://www.iasp.info/wspd/pdf/2019/2019_wspd_brochure.pdf #WorldSuicidePreventionDay2019 #WSPD

Better Together: Marriage Development Group Mondays 6 - 8 pm starting Oct. 21 at Turning Point! If your marriage is important to you and could use a little "extra attention", consider committing 2 hours a week for 6 weeks. This group will aim to discuss different issues that all marriages go through from a Christian perspective. Expected topics include: Being friends, Trust, Forgiveness, Conflict, Goals/Vision, and Prayer.... Cost is $40/couple (light refreshments included) For more information and to book a FREE screening appointment, email [email protected] or call 204-669-4290

Feeling Overwhelmed by Parenting (or life in general)? Use the acronym "G.R.A.T.E." to help inspire feelings of gratitude in difficult moments. (Excerpt taken from mindful.org Check out the full article "The Power of Gratitude in Parenting" and more on their website).

"When the teenager in your life is angry at you, it may seem like the last thing they want to do is talk. But the truth is, your teen is sending you messages with their behavior....The key is whether you are willing to respond to the real message behind their anger". https://www.mindful.org/what-your-teen-is-really-saying-w/