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.
The Thousand Year Walk
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, He interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself.” Luke 24:27 In a walk to Emmaus the afternoon of Resurrection Day, Jesus met and walked with two of »
Crucifixion: The Worst Form of Execution
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and »
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.
How to Support Your Teen Through School and Social Challenges
Parenting a teenager comes with a unique set of joys and struggles. One day, your teen may seem completely independent, and the next, they might need guidance and reassurance as they navigate academic stress, peer pressure, and personal identity.
The Character of a Child
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them, for of such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 19:14 Are you, as an adult, able to observe the character of a little child? Parents are very often »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, March 2025
Much like the physical world awakens from its winter slumber, God’s work of regeneration in our lives mirrors this process. The Bible speaks of renewal in many ways, emphasizing how God restores and revives not just the earth but also our hearts and souls.
Understanding the Psychological Impact of Peer Pressure on Adolescents
Adolescence is a time of exploration and change. During these years, teens start shaping their identities, forming relationships, and navigating social environments. Peer pressure often becomes a major influence. It can push teens to make choices they may not be ready for, affecting their emotions and mental well-being. Understanding how »
