Carlene Hill Byron: Not Quite Fine

Not Quite Fine

Herald Press, 2021

By Carlene Hill Byron

WHO: Carlene Hill Byron, former editor of New England Church Life and the New England Christian.

SHE SAYS: “Because we are called by God, we are able to live with meaning and purpose.”

THE BIG IDEA: Churches can promote healthier mental states for everyone, including those who struggle with mental health challenges.

THE PROGRESSION: In 10 chapters, the author offers practical guidance to equip people in the church to better support those who are suffering with mental health problems. 

“If God has given us a hope that allows us to continue through our sufferings, surely we can walk with others whose view of hope has been obscured.”

The Origin of Everything

Until we recognize the authority of a God who not only creates but also defines, we will chase after the wind.

Acts Full Gospel Church of God in Christ: Back to Basics

Every Saturday church members divided up and spread out across Oakland, California, returning to a tried-and-true evangelism method of knocking on doors.

Aging Well in the Faith

Physically, we can live 40 days without food and three days without water, but only seconds without breathing. Spiritually, we can do no better.