July 1st, 2026 | Issue 95 | | | |  | National Family Reunion Month |
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National Family Reunion Month takes place every July.
- It is an annual observance designed to encourage families spread across the country to reconnect, share their heritage, and build generational bonds during peak summer vacation time.
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POP Weekend Retreat in Freeport, Grand Bahama!
Here's what you missed...
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The last weekend of June, 2026, we hosted our 6th Annual Parenting on Purpose Retreat in Freeport, Grand Bahama, held at Freeport Bible Church in their Fellowship Hall.
As the church was celebrating its 50th year, Pastor Karol Roache delivered a moving message on Legacy in which we were invited to celebrate.
| | Parenting on Purpose Retreat Testimonials | | |
Disciplines4Life (D4L)
Cleft of the Rock's Disciplines4Life (D4L) training was created to address critical disciplines required for continuous growth and development in the lives of young people. The goal of this program is to provide an environment where students can learn, grow, and develop critical skills that will enrich their lives. These skills include: Intentionality, Self-control, Setting Boundaries, Time and Money Management, Good judgment, Responsibility, and Leadership.
If you would like to get more information about D4L, click the button below.
| | Partner Spotlight - WesternAir | | |
We are pleased to highlight WesternAir. This airline was launched by the husband and wife team, Captain Rex Rolle and Shandrice, in the year 2000. Western Air is the largest privately owned airline in The Bahamas, offering daily scheduled flights between Nassau and Freeport, Marsh Harbour, Exuma, Congo Town, Bimini, Cat Island, San Andros, and Fort Lauderdale, as well as on-demand charter flights throughout the greater Bahamas, Caribbean, Central and South America, and the United States. The airline employs over 230 employees. We are grateful to WesternAir for their continued and growing support of our yearly programs and events.
| | Volunteer in Focus - Jalon Colston | | |
Jalon "Jay" Colston was born and raised in Mooresville, North Carolina. He earned his bachelor's degree from Hampton University and later received his master's degree from Campbell University. Jay currently serves as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps as an artillery officer. Outside of his military service, he enjoys staying active in the gym, watching anime, traveling, and spending time with friends.
| | 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 and honor wisdom from wise and wonderful parents. | |
“Stay connected to God because whether we realize it or not there is a daily battle for our children’s minds, peace, and faith.”
Deacon Nathaniel Williams
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Dianna Ortez
Independence High School
| | Conversations on Parenting | | | | |
Upcoming Dates:
2nd Saturday of every Month
July 18th, 2026
August 15th, 2026
September 12, 2026
October 10, 2026
| | 9-Week Parenting on Purpose Video Series | | |
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.
Current Sessions
May 13th, 2026, Wednesdays at 6:30 pm via Zoom - Canada
May 19th, 2026, Tuesdays at 7:30 pm via Zoom
Upcoming Sessions
August 6th 2026, Thursdays at 6:00 pm via Zoom
August 8th, 2026, Saturdays at 10:00am via Zoom
August 24th, 2026, Mondays at 6:30 pm via Zoom - North Carolina
January 13, 2027, Wednesdays at 6:30pm via Zoom (Spanish)
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- Rising levels of obesity, depression, and anxiety among young people can be traced to parents abdicating their authority.
- The result is children who have no standard of right and wrong, who lack discipline, and who look to their peers and the Internet for direction.
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When a young humpback whale plagued by self-doubt discovers that only his mystical song can save the oceans from a terrible creature, he's forced to confront his deepest fears. Together with his loyal friends, he must plunge into the darkest depths of the sea in an epic quest that will test not just his courage, but his faith in himself and in his companions.
| | 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.
| | | Ways to Help Cleft of the Rock Grow | | |
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
Every monetary donation makes a difference and helps us to continue to offer the Parenting Workshops and additional support to families and individuals free of charge. Below are some examples of ways you can donate to make a difference TODAY!
- $25 - One workbook for the POP Workshops
- $225 - Sponsors one child for the D4L Curriculum
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$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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