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Holidays at Rising Above Ministries
Holidays at Rising Above Ministries

Holidays have been a little different this year. Check out how Rising Above is loving families through this season!

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Encouragement, News & EventsCarrissa MackieDecember 15, 2020EncouragementComment
Power of Gratitude
Power of Gratitude

Years ago, Rising Above put together a set of videos about gratitude and thankfulness. We thought what a great week to revisit some of these stories and hear how they found thankfulness in this walk.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieNovember 23, 2020gratitude, Thankful, EncouragementComment
Tuesday Tunes [11.17.20]
Tuesday Tunes [11.17.20]

Some days you just need to listen to something that can be sung over you. Let the words of these songs bless you today.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieNovember 17, 2020Tuesday Tunes, Encouragement Comment
Leaving vs. Living a Legacy
Leaving vs. Living a Legacy

Jeff Davidson was the Co-Founder and President of Rising Above prior to his death in 2017. He was passionate about helping special-needs dads stay in the game and be the men, husbands, and dads that God called them to be.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieNovember 16, 2020Encouragement, legacy Comment
Keep Showing Up
Keep Showing Up

I originally wrote this post in September of 2017, just four short months after the death of my husband. At that time, my world seemed like it was falling apart. If you feel like you can’t take one more step, read my story and hear some of the advice that helped me during the hardest season of my life.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieNovember 10, 2020showup, Encouragement Comments
Telethon 2020
Telethon 2020
News & Events, EncouragementCarrissa MackieNovember 5, 2020telethonComment
Tuesday Tunes [8.4.20]
Tuesday Tunes [8.4.20]

If you said it, I believe it. These are the words we are leaning into today!

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieAugust 4, 2020Tuesday Tunes, EncouragementComment
Scripture Videos from Moms Part 4
Scripture Videos from Moms Part 4

Check out this great reminder of truth! Let’s never stop remembering how God has taken care of us, His children.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieJuly 27, 2020Encouragement, scripture videosComment
Scripture Videos from Moms Part 3
Scripture Videos from Moms Part 3

Some of us are walking through the hardest season we have ever walked through. It’s time we lean into one another and remind each other of the truths of God!

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieJuly 21, 2020Encouragement, scripture videosComment
Tuesday Tunes [7.21.20]
Tuesday Tunes [7.21.20]

We know there are days when you aren’t sure if you can even move through the day. Check out these songs that speak truth to us on the hard days.

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieJuly 21, 2020Tuesday Tunes, EncouragementComment
New *FREE* Lock Screen Now Available!
New *FREE* Lock Screen Now Available!

New Resilient Lock screen is available! Thank you to Lacey @smallhoursshop!

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Encouragement, Rising Above Ministries, News & EventsCarrissa MackieJuly 20, 2020Free Resource, EncouragementComment
Scripture Videos from Moms Part 2
Scripture Videos from Moms Part 2

As we walk through this season, let us keep God’s words on our minds and hearts!

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieJuly 14, 2020Encouragement, scripture videosComment
Tuesday Tunes [7.8.20]
Tuesday Tunes [7.8.20]

Let His truth sink in today!

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieJuly 8, 2020Tuesday Tunes, EncouragementComment
Scripture Videos from Moms
Scripture Videos from Moms

Don’t we all need this reminder today!

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieJuly 8, 2020Encouragement, scripture videosComment
Impact Story: By the Brook 2020
Impact Story: By the Brook 2020

By the Brook 2020 will forever be a special event in our hearts! Read the story of how God met us in this amazing season!

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News & Events, Encouragement, Rising Above MinistriesRising Above MinistriesJuly 6, 2020Impact StoryComment
Impact Story: Virtual VBS
Impact Story: Virtual VBS

We wanted to share an amazing NEW way that we are able to reach families who are raising children with special needs.

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News & Events, Encouragement, Rising Above MinistriesRising Above MinistriesJune 19, 2020Impact StoryComment
By the Brook 2020 is ALMOST here!
By the Brook 2020 is ALMOST here!

There are a number of ways that you can join us for the first ever VIRTUAL By the Brook Event. Depending on the COVID restrictions in your area, you can join us as an individual in your home, with a small group of friends, or with your local church.

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Encouragement, News & EventsCarrissa MackieJune 8, 2020Events, EncouragementComment
Surviving Life's Storms Session Seven: May 26, 2020
Surviving Life's Storms Session Seven: May 26, 2020

We have so enjoyed getting to work through these sessions together. As this study comes to a close, we would love to hear from you or your small group!

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EncouragementCarrissa MackieMay 28, 2020survivingComment
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ALL NEW “Respite for Your Mind” now on the Rising Above App!

As a parent or caregiver of someone with special needs, we know how important it is to pause and give your mind a moment to breathe. These quiet moments of rest matter.

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Spring prom is two weeks away and we have a serving opportunity available! 
We need 30 more volunteers to “host” our prom guests. As a host you would not only ensure their safety but that they have the MOST fun experience at the prom! ✨
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This week’s episode features a special message by Becky Davidson recorded live at By the Brook in 2019 titled “This Is My Story.” Stream wherever you listen!🎧 Link in our bio! 
In this powerful and personal talk, listeners are invi
🩵INTRODUCING….

The new look for By the Brook! 
A weekend created just for special-needs moms.

A place to breathe. 
A place to be seen. 
A place to have FUN. 
A place to remember you are not walking this road alone.

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Upper Cumberland DAD’S! This one is for you! Dad’s Hangtime is tomorrow at Blue Coast Burrito at 6pm in Cookeville. This is for guys who are caring for loved ones with disabilities/special needs. So whether you’re a dad, granddad, f

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