That phrase is often followed by squeals of delight and the pattering of little feet as children run to be scooped up in the loving arms of their father. However, not all children get to hear this phrase. For some, they are left wondering who daddy is, and why daddy isn't there. There is a troubling trend of fathers being absent in their children's lives, a trend that has long reaching consequences. Studies have shown that the absence of a father in a child's life can affect a child in a very negative way, and has further consequences on society. A report in 2011 in Psychology Today published these sobering statistics:
Beginning in October of 2015, the CPC has been offering the “Fatherhood Bootcamp” class to our male clients. This class provides new or expecting fathers with the skills and knowledge they need to help take care of their child. It also helps prepare them for when their children grow up, so they know what to expect and can lead their children down the right and righteous path. Most importantly, it teaches fathers how to love their children, and sacrifice themselves for their children just as Jesus sacrificed himself for us. Too many mothers have been forced to play the dual roles of mother and father. While single mothers usually strive to do all they can for their children, parenthood was never intended to be a job performed alone. Being a man is not easy. Being a father is more challenging. Being a godly father is even more challenging still. However, the rewards are exponentially greater than the challenges. Every father should experience the joy of scooping up their child and having little arms squeeze his neck; just as every child should be filled with joy, love, and excitement when they hear the words, “Daddy's home.” Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love. - 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 (This blog entry was penned by one of our male volunteers.)
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