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FREE Date Night Download!!!
FREE Date Night Download!!!

We know how hard it can be to get a date night out with your spouse. When you are raising children with special needs, this can add a new challenge.

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Encouragement, Rising Above Ministries, Online ResourcesCarrissa MackieFebruary 19, 2020Date Night, marriage, Encouragement, Free Resource Comment
Thrive 2020 Video Series
Thrive 2020 Video Series

We don’t just want to survive this life. We want to THRIVE! It is our hope that we can come alongside you and point you to the ONE who can bring encouragement and HOPE in your life as you raise your child with special needs.

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Encouragement, Rising Above MinistriesCarrissa MackieFebruary 12, 2020Thrive, Encouragement, videoComment
Impact Story:  The Preston Family
Impact Story: The Preston Family

We would like to introduce you to the Preston Family! This family has become very special to Rising Above Ministries over the last few years, and we know you will enjoy hearing their story.

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News & Events, EncouragementRising Above MinistriesFebruary 4, 2020Impact StoryComment
Thankful Video Series
Thankful Video Series

Being thankful isn’t always easy. Join us for a real conversation about living a life of thankfulness.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieJanuary 9, 2020Thankful, Encouragement, videoComment
Impact Story:  The Howes Family
Impact Story: The Howes Family

We would like to introduce you to the Howes Family! We would like to introduce you to the Howes family! This family has become very special to Rising Above Ministries over the last few years, and we know you will enjoy hearing their story.

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News & Events, EncouragementRising Above MinistriesJanuary 8, 2020Impact StoryComment
Christmas Dinner 2019
Christmas Dinner 2019

We had a wonderful time at our Christmas at Trinity event! We are so thankful for the friends at Trinity Algood who decorated such a festive room, fed us dinner, and provided entertainment by the Glorylanders.

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News & Events, EncouragementCarrissa MackieDecember 18, 2019Comment
TWOgether Marriage Retreat 2019
TWOgether Marriage Retreat 2019

It was an incredible day for the TWOgether Marriage Retreat last weekend. The couples enjoyed learning from speakers, making connections with other parents, and being encouraged to continue…

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News & EventsRising Above MinistriesOctober 7, 2019Events Comment
Fall Festival 2019
Fall Festival 2019

We had a wonderful time at our annual Fall Festival hosted by Christ’s Community Church on September 21. Thank you to this amazing group of volunteers who made it happen.

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News & EventsCarrissa MackieSeptember 26, 2019EventsComment
Impact Story:  The Pierce Family
Impact Story: The Pierce Family

We would like to introduce you to the Pierce Family! This amazing family has a huge impact on what we do here at Rising Above Ministries, as Chris has been on staff for several years as the Director of…

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News & Events, EncouragementRising Above MinistriesSeptember 10, 2019Impact Story, Pierce FamilyComment
Community Bowling Day
Community Bowling Day

Rising Above Ministries hosted our first Community Bowling Day on Saturday, August 24, and we watched family, friends, and caregivers laugh, play, and enjoy time together…

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News & EventsRising AboveAugust 28, 2019EventsComment
"School Supplies" Printable "I am" statements
"School Supplies" Printable "I am" statements

Our “School Supplies” series is focusing on using words to affirm your child this week. Download these printable “I am” statements to post on your refrigerator (or another great location!) to remind…

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieAugust 27, 2019Free ResourceComment
Summer Recap & Fall Announcements!
Summer Recap & Fall Announcements!

We are so thankful for an amazing summer and excited for a full FALL! Check out what Rising Above is up to!

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News & EventsCarrissa MackieAugust 26, 2019Comment
"School Supplies" Printable Prayer Guide
"School Supplies" Printable Prayer Guide

Our “School Supplies” series began with a reminder about the importance of praying for our children. Use the printable prayer guide below to help guide you as you pray for your children this next school year.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieAugust 19, 2019Free ResourceComment
Thank you to our dear friend, Hannah Kistler!
Thank you to our dear friend, Hannah Kistler!

Hannah has been a key member of our team for years. We thank her and wish her blessings on the next season as she home-schools her precious boys!

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News & EventsCarrissa MackieAugust 1, 2019Comment
Let God know what's on your heart today!
Let God know what's on your heart today!

We know that you’re busy soaking up family time and getting ready for a new school year! No long blog post today! Just a reminder that when you don’t know what’s going on and when you can’t predict or control the situation, God can empower you to do what needs to be done today.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieJuly 25, 2019prayer, worry, Free Resource, EncouragementComment
By The Brook 2019
By The Brook 2019

On June 21 & 22 we welcomed special needs moms, grandmothers, and female caregivers from around the country to a weekend of refreshment and encouragement.

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News & EventsCarrissa MackieJune 28, 2019Events, By The BrookComment
Spring 2019 Newsletter
Spring 2019 Newsletter

It’s been a great spring at Rising Above Ministries! We are so grateful for every opportunity we have had to continue #LiftingUpTheSpecialNeedsCommunity.

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News & EventsCarrissa MackieMay 22, 2019NewsletterComment
Impact Story: Heroes' Ball 2019
Impact Story: Heroes' Ball 2019

Each year it brings us so much joy to host a celebration in honor of real-life heroes who live among us: individuals with special needs and their families.

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News & Events, EncouragementCarrissa MackieApril 3, 2019Impact StoryComment
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In today's episode of the Rising Above Dads podcast, we continue our conversation with guest hosts Chris Riley and Hutch Matteson who join Steve at our annual Base Camp weekend for dads to discuss some practical steps to locate and connect with other
Our travelers had a merry time on the annual Cookeville Christmas Road Trip! 

We are grateful for all of our “stops” along the way who made it a fun night for our friends. 🎄🥰
We started a new series on the podcast today, entitled "Jesus Stories." Carrie M. Holt joins us for our first story, and you will love hearing from her. Check it out wherever you find your podcasts or here!: www.risingaboveministries.org/po
For this week’s podcast moment of reflection, ask yourself:

Am I spending more time looking at someone else’s life than noticing what God is doing in mine? I know how easy it is to fall into that comparison trap—believe me, I&rsquo

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