Mental Health Matters! For EVERYONE!

1 in 5 Americans will have a diagnosable mental health condition in any given year. 50% of Americans will meet the criteria for a diagnosable mental health condition in their lifetime. And, half of those people will develop mental health conditions by the age of 14.*

Shocking facts and the reality of our world, today.

When people first begin to experience symptoms of a mental health condition, they shouldn’t ignore it. Like other health conditions, we need to address the symptoms early, and plan an appropriate course of action on a path toward overall health. Like any other chronic condition, mental health conditions can get worse if left untreated. Some of the risk factors include: genes, biology, environment, lifestyle, family traits, chemical balance in our bodies, substance use and abuse, poor diet, lack of exercise, irregular sleep patterns, and exposure to traumatic events like sudden loss, violence, abuse or neglect.

While mental health issues are common, there's good news—they're treatable. The earlier the treatment, the easier it is to recover.

Whether it be depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, or any mental health related issue, reaching out for help is the first step to getting well. If you, a friend or family member are struggling with a mental illness, please reach out to any of these resources provided on our website. There are many ways to get help.

*from Mental Health America

June 11 Sunday Worship Services

Sundays | 9:30, 10:00 (JRC) & 11:00 a.m. | In-Person & Online

Join us Sunday, when Interim Preacher John Upton delivers the message, 

“Being the Difference” based on Matthew 5: 13-16 

If you and I were asked who we are, apart from our name, we would answer in terms of what we do and in terms of relationships. Now, ask Jesus who you are. He will have a pretty big answer and it raises things to another level.

What's Your Story? Everybody Has One.

Great stories strengthen connections, generate ideas, inspire empathy, and offer new ways of considering issues. Stories provide deeper insights into life experiences and can reveal both our commonalities and our differences. 

Is your story about personal struggle and triumph? About how families, neighbors and communities come through for one another? Stories of selfless acts of kindness? A story that changed someone’s life? A funny story? A story about love? 

Your story might be a combination of all the ups and downs, twists and turns, and successes and failures that make you who we are, today. Let’s all make an effort to get to know each other’s stories, invest in each other’s lives, and better understand the people we cross paths with each day. 

We’re looking for real life, real people, and real stories, so tell us yours in 200 words or less, or in a one-two minute video. Your story may show up on our BABC website or in the Bon Air Blast.

Serve With Us This Summer

Friday | July 21 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Help provide a deserving family HOPE for the future!

Standing Rock, ND Mission Trip

September 23 – October 1 | Cost - $1,100.00

We are excited to partner with Maria Lynn and take a group to Standing Rock, ND to serve in various ministries! Lodging will be at the Prairie Nights Casino and Resort in Cannonball, ND. Email Brian and join the team!

• Pray for Your Church Family! Subscribe to receive our daily email prayer list. Email connect@bonairbaptist.org, and ask to be added.
• Servant Leaders Needed! We always need a few good hands. If your heart is telling you to get involved, please take a look at some options at bonairbaptist.org/serve
• Ramsey+ is an all-access membership that includes best-selling tools, apps, content, and resources to help you take control of your money for good. Available to you free at bonairbaptist.org/ramseyplus
• Rightnow MEDIA is an online Learning Library resource available ANYTIME for you. Register today for a free streaming online resource library full of of Bible studies and video series.

Is there anything we can do for you? From prayer and talking to a pastor, to requesting help for yourself or others — let us know!

Bon Air Baptist Church ~ Buford Road Campus (BRC)

2531 Buford Road • Richmond, VA 23235

Call: 804.272.1475

Text: 804.315.0314

Email: connect@bonairbaptist.org

Website: bonairbaptist.org/bufordroad

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