This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, October 2025
"If I, Paul Anderson, the World's Strongest Man, cannot make it through one day without Jesus Christ, how can you?" -Paul Anderson
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, September 2025
Historically, Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers and is traditionally observed on the first Monday in September. It became a federal holiday on June 28, 1894, when it was signed into law by President Grover Cleveland.
Breaking the Cycle of Destructive Choices
Destructive choices in teens often begin with subtle behaviors like skipping class or isolating from family, driven by peer influence, lack of structure, or emotional pain. Emotional struggles such as guilt, anger, and hopelessness can trap teens in harmful patterns, making change feel overwhelming or out of reach. Supportive environments »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, August 2025
At the Paul Anderson Youth Home, we believe that character is not just taught—it’s forged through experience. Whether in the classroom, on the job site, or out on the athletic field, every moment is an opportunity to mold young men into leaders of integrity and purpose. One of the most powerful tools in this transformation is team sports, and more specifically, team building through sports.
LANDON
Landon entered PAYH lost in substance abuse and poor choices. Through the Fire Science course and holistic mentorship, he found direction—a passion for serving others—emerging as a transformed young man ready to contribute positively to his community. Hear his testimony in his own words below
Identifying and Addressing the Root Causes of Your Teen’s Misbehavior
Teen behavior can be confusing. One day, your child may seem calm and respectful. The next day, they are pushing boundaries and behaving in an argumentative manner. Sometimes, they just shut down. These sudden changes can leave you wondering what went wrong. But most misbehavior doesn’t happen for no reason. »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, July 2025
As we look forward to the celebration of our nation’s Independence Day, July 4, 2025, we are only one year short of the United States of America’s 250th Birthday, which will be July 4, 2026! We are truly a blessed nation to have enjoyed such a wonderful, democratic nation for so long.
Great Communication Strategies for Parents of Troubled Teens
In Luke chapter 9, Jesus gives His disciples power and authority over demons and to heal diseases, and He sends them to heal and proclaim the gospel. They were to take no provisions with them; instead, they were to rely on provisions from others. Verse 6 confirms that the disciples did what they were sent to do.
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, June 2025
In Luke chapter 9, Jesus gives His disciples power and authority over demons and to heal diseases, and He sends them to heal and proclaim the gospel. They were to take no provisions with them; instead, they were to rely on provisions from others. Verse 6 confirms that the disciples did what they were sent to do.
How to Foster a Positive Home Environment to Discourage Juvenile Crime
Parenting comes with many challenges, and one of the greatest is keeping teens on the right path. When young people feel lost, they are particularly susceptible to negative peer pressure, which can lead to unhealthy habits or even criminal activity. A stable and nurturing home plays a critical role in »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, May 2025
As Eddie and I slowly drove around the campus, surveying the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, my eyes couldn’t help but land on the devastation. Downed trees, snapped branches, and debris scattered across the property painted a picture of destruction. The storm had left its mark, and our once-beautiful landscape now looked like what I imagine resembles a war zone.
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, April 2025
Easter is in April this year, a month in which Spring truly emerges. We are fully immersed in Spring weather and the blooming of flowers and trees; dogwoods, cherry blossoms, pear, azaleas, rhododendrons, daffodils and tulips. We are aware of the changing of our environment and the landscape all around us.
