Erin Jenkins

In Acts 2:28, the author speaks of a Creator who loves us and always keeps us in His presence—even when we do not keep Him in ours. Even when our minds are so preoccupied by daily drama the entire overture of the Bible reflects a very special relationship that exists between us and our Heavenly Father—a relationship that stills an aching and broken heart and calms the spirit.

Joy That Comes From Relying on Him

We have watched a world decayed by political rhetoric, hate, illness, and unfortunat...

Written by Dr. Erin Jenkins
As healthcare professionals, many of us will never forget 2020. During a global pandemic, millions of people died, and families were forced to grieve losses they never imagined they would face. Loved ones were taken by a virus that moved quickly and unpredictably, leaving little time to prepare emotionally or practically. During this period, I was working in hospital based palliative medicine. In more typical times, our work focused on supporting people living with ch...

By Dr. Michael S. Jenkins, Jr., DMin

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Dr. Erin Jenkins, DNP, PMHNP-BC

One thing we know for sure about life is that it’s going to keep “lifing.” If you’ve lived longer than a decade, you’ve probably learned this lesson well. The weight of peer pressure, school and work responsibilities, providing for families, and yes, even dealing with church folk—it can all leave us mentally drained, sometimes even feeling downright depressed or anxious. In fact, mental health issues are widespread in the...