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Gary Sprague

President And Founder

Center for Single-Parent Family Ministry

www.spfm.org

Gary has been involved in starting ministries to single-parent families at several local churches. He received his Ordination to ministry from Woodland Park Community Church in Woodland Park, Colorado on July 9, 2000.

 

Gary has authored three books:

  • MY PARENTS GOT A DIVORCE: A book written by Kids, for Kids and about Kids
  • KIDS HOPE FOR CHILDREN: An Interactive Workbook for Children (Grades 1-5)
  • KIDS HOPE FOR TEENS : An Interactive Workbook for Teens (Grades 6-12)

 

Gary has worked extensively with children and families with special needs, including grief recovery, residential treatment, foster care, adoption, and family counseling.

 

Gary received a Master's Degree in Social Work from Loyola University of Chicago in 1986. He received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Sociology from Trinity College in Deerfield, IL.

 

Gary became a child of divorce in 1965 and experienced the tragic death of his mother in 1994. He is committed to helping others find hope from troubles in their life. His life verse is James 1:27 "This is pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God & Father, to visit widows and orphans in their distress."

Workshops:

The Modern Day Orphans: Ministry to Kids in Single-Parent or Blended Families

Reaching Single Parent Families: Building an Effective Ministry in Your Church