Each Cherish program exists to teach either leadership skills, problem-solving skills or life skills, or to offer counseling and mentoring. The development of leaders of integrity is vital to facilitate for community transformation. Young leaders are trained and raised up through both mentoring relationships and peer support and training. There are a variety of ways to get involved, either as a Cherish participant, facilitator, or providing external support. We really value partnership!

Cherish Study
The Cherish study is an eight session discussion group. The goal of the study is to inspire and equip young women to live a pure life. For fear of judgment, many young women are reluctant to discuss personal matters such as dating, relationships and sex in a Christian setting. Cherish provides a forum for open, non-judgmental discussion, while providing a Biblical perspective on the issues young women face.

The study lays a foundation of worth and identity based on the premise that we are all created by a loving God. From this foundation of worth, participants are encouraged to consider how they make decisions (especially in relationships). Where they feel they have made regretful choices, participants are reminded of the love of God and taught how to receive forgiveness and healing from Him. The material also allows for discussion about the practicalities of living a pure life.

Peer support, leadership development and team-building all occur within the context of the safe small group discussions and activities of a Cherish study.

We’d love to hear from you if you are interested in getting involved with a Cherish Study, either to facilitate a group or to participate in one.