December 1st, 2025 | Issue 89 | | | | International Volunteer Month | The International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development is an international observance celebrated on December 5th. Cleft of the Rock would like to recognize and honor EVERY person who partners with us, as we are still operating as a 100% volunteer-managed organization. | |
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COTR invites you to "Be RADICAL!"
GivingTuesday - December 2, 2025
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GivingTuesday is a movement that unleashes the power of 'radical generosity' around the world. GivingTuesday reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and generosity. Donate to COTR today. Sign up for small monthly recurring donations - these can be as little at $10 or as large as $100 per month. Your donation will help keep Parenting on Purpose classes free and accessible to all.
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Friendsgiving: Denim and Diamonds Gala Photos
A night of Sparkle & Shine!
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Plan to join us for next year's gala,
Get ready for "da road".
| | Migrafill Security Group is proud to be recognized as this month’s Partner Spotlight by the Cleft of the Rock Foundation. Our partnership is built on shared values of purpose, service, and community transformation—anchored in the belief that strong families form the cornerstone of a secure and prosperous society. Through our continued partnership with the Cleft of the Rock Foundation, Migrafill reaffirms its commitment to supporting initiatives that empower parents, inspire youth, and promote environments where both families and communities can thrive. Together, we are investing not only in safety—but in the future. | | |
Cleft of the Rock Foundation is
#JamaicaStrong
| | Celft of the Rock Foundation has partnered with a community member who will be "boots on the ground," to help with the Hurricane Melissa Relief in Jamaica. Below is an Amazon wishlist with the items requested, which will be distributed to families in need. Click on "Still Needed" to see the outstanding items. The next delivery will be at the end of December. Order TODAY and help make a difference! | | |
This year, Cleft of the Rock Foundation has partnered with Maggie Lane for her annual toy drive event. Every year, Ms. Lane puts on the Christmas Pajama Party & Toy Giveaway in the community. This year, the event will be at the Carver Ranches Daycare Auditorium in Hollywood, FL, and will feature toys, games, food & fun.
Please donate for children ages 4-13:
Monetary donations and volunteers are also needed to help put on the event.
Drop-off locations:
- 6651 Arthur St, Hollywood, FL 33024
- 448 Wildwood LN E, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Contact Raquel 954-549-0218
Thank you for bringing Christmas joy!
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Voices of the Village
Wisdom is defined as the ability to think and act using knowledge, experience, understanding, common sense, and insight. "Voices of the Village" is utilized to showcase wisdom from wise and wonderful parents.
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"Being a mother is not for the faint of heart; for God chooses his strongest soldiers to endure the most difficult journeys that parenthood brings. Trust Him through every joy, every sorrow, every triumph, every loss, and your most unbearable life moments. It is in those places that you will find Him."
Emerald Lightbourn
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Sha-londa Neely
Bahamas Women's National Basketball Team
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Victory Chapel Church of the Nazarene
POP Intensive Group
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9 Week Parenting on Purpose Video Series
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We all know that children don't come with instruction manuals, and with today's barrage of seemingly opposing information and uncharted societal issues, parenting can seem overwhelming. The 9-week Parenting on Purpose Video Series seeks to help parents make sense of it all through proven and practical parenting solutions created by Dr. Bob Barnes. Dr. Barnes has a doctorate in counseling and received his education at Maryville College and Florida Atlantic University.
Upcoming Sessions
January 6th, 2026, Tuesdays at 6:00pm via Zoom
January 14th, 2025, Wednesdays at 6:00pm via Zoom
January 29th, 2026, Thursdays at 7:00PM via Zoom
January 26th, 2026, Mondays at 7:00PM via Zoom
February 8th, 2026, Sundays at 6:00pm via Zoom
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Disciplines4Life (D4L) is coming to
Trinity Christian Schools
Cleft of the Rock Foundation is excited to announce that D4L will be inaugurated at Trinity Christian School in January 2026! It is a unique program for young people. Disciplines4Life is designed to address critical disciplines required for continuous growth and development in life. Our goal is to provide a holistic environment for students to learn and grow critical skills to enhance their lives. We look forward to this curriculum being shared widely with young people everywhere. To offer this curriculum at your church, school, or community center, contact COTR by filling in the contact form below.
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Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World
by Kirsten Welch
"But everyone else has it." "If you loved me, you'd get it for me "
When you hear these comments from your kids, it can be tough not to cave. You love your children―don't you want them to be happy and to fit in? Kristen Welch knows firsthand it's not that easy. In fact, she's found out that when you say yes too often, it's not only hard on your peace of mind and your wallet―it actually puts your kids at long-term risk.
Now with discussion questions, a list of recommended resources, and a sample cell phone agreement for teens, Kristen shows it's never too late to raise grateful kids.
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Wicked: For Good
Now demonized as the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba lives in exile in the Ozian forest, while Glinda resides at the palace in Emerald City, reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, she'll need to reunite with Glinda to transform herself, and all of Oz, for good.
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Conversations on Parenting
If you would be interested in hosting a Conversations on Parenting meeting with a group of your friends and family, please reach out to us. We would love to facilitate a meeting and continue to grow the awareness of the importance of parent education.
Upcoming Date
December 13, 2025
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Parenting on Purpose
Support Sessions
Attention POP Alumni - We are committed to supporting each person/family we encounter. We recognize that in these times, as parents, it's challenging to plan ahead or fit self-improvement into our already jam-packed schedules. The good news is that we can schedule a time for a Parenting On Purpose Support Session (POPS). Email us to schedule your session today.
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Volunteer
Cleft of the Rock is looking forward to even greater things. We have been able to accomplish a lot over a short period with the help of volunteers just like you! We are growing! Grow with us! Helping does not have to be complicated. Just use what you know how to do to help. That's called volunteering! We are always in need of new volunteers and would greatly appreciate your time in any way that you can contribute. If you have teenagers who need hours for school, any time they volunteer with us can count towards their goal...even virtually.
Volunteer today. Click on the link below to fill out the form, and we will contact you.
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Donate
Any monetary donation can help make a difference and help us continue to offer the Parenting Workshops and additional support to families and individuals for free. Below are some examples of amounts you can donate to help make a difference.
- $25 - One workbook for the POP Workshops
- $225 - Sponsors one child for the D4L Curriculum
- $275 - Sponsors an attendee for the POP Weekend Retreat
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Become a Partner in Education
The Mission of Cleft of the Rock Foundation is to help abused and abandoned children and struggling families improve their circumstances through education, life coaching, proper shelter, nourishment, and work. Through the Partners in Parent Education Program, you can partner with us to raise awareness of the need for parent education, offer more parent education opportunities to more families, and build communities where families are strong and children are safe through the love and support of deliberate parenting.
Major Gift Society Giving Circle
Diamond Circle - $10,000
Sapphire Circle - $5,000
Gold Circle - $2,500
Silver Circle - $1000
Bronze Circle - $500
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Cleft of the Rock Foundation | 954-736-8236 | cleftoftherockfoundation@gmail.com |
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