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For more than 20 years After the Boxes are Unpacked has helped thousands of uprooted women face a move with greater hope and trust in God. Susan Miller's empathetic and practical advice will assure you that you're not alone in how you feel about your move. She'll help you unpack and process the strong emotions that accompany such a major life transition. Visit the Just Moved Shop
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This month: He gives power to the faint
What is it that drains you of energy, vitality, or optimism? Is it emotional strain? Physical demands? Often, it’s a combination of both.
This month: Every day acts of courage
Following the death of Moses, God admonishes Joshua three times, “I will not fail you or abandon you. Be strong and courageous.”
Courage is most often made up of many small decisions and actions to move forward when your mind is telling you to run away. More
This month: An anchor in the midst of change
In a span of 10 years, Jessica moved twice. Both moves had their share of challenges and - for both - she turned to the support of After the Boxes Are Unpacked.
Jessica wrote, "The book became a powerful anchor and guide . . ." Read more
This month: Freedom from clutter
Are you a slave to your stuff? Are you drowning in a sea of clutter? Whether or not you’re moving, there is great freedom to be found in de-cluttering your home. Check out our 20 practical tips to get you started on your quest for order and simplicity. Read on
Free download of 5 Things Every Newcomer Needs to Know, a one-time discount in the Just Moved Shop, email contact with other JMC members in your area (with your permission), access to discussion and connection in the Just Moved Community Facebook group, and more! Join now
Susan Miller, founder of Just Moved Ministry, addresses the emotional, spiritual, and practical challenges of moving to a new town. She knows firsthand that relocation can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. Go now
A major life change may knock the wind out of you. Susan Miller's podcasts offer practical suggestions and a hope-filled message when your life has been uprooted by change. Many podcasts feature interviews with experts to encourage and inform. Listen and download
With eyes glued to screens and fingers scrolling endlessly, smartphones are gradually eroding the core of human interaction. What was once face-to-face conversations are now a series of texts, emojis, and voice notes.
Many young people feel more comfortable sending a message than making a phone call, let alone having a real-life conversation.
In the last issue of Bloom we looked at the importance of practicing active listening. In this issue we continue the topic of communication by addressing the importance of presence and face-to-face connection.
We've gathered some of the best articles in our 30 years of ministry. These articles cover issues commonly faced by women who have been uprooted by a move. Topics include making new friends, moving with kids, your emotions, self-care, regaining your sense of identity, marriage, and more!
Susan answers some of the most common questions about the impact of a move on emotions, marriage, family, loneliness, and cross-cultural moves.
September through May we feature an After the Boxes are Unpacked study group. These groups that are meeting virtually and in-person are offering friendship, connection, and the path to emotional well-being and spiritual growth for women who have been uprooted by a move. Check out this month's Spotlight!
Your emails, letters and social media posts to Just Moved Ministry
We'd love to hear from you! How has God used a move or other major change in your life? Write about it and send it to Ann: akelley@justmoved.org or mail to Just Moved Ministry, 8010 E Morgan Tr., Scottsdale, AZ 85258
We have a prayer team that will pray for you for 30 days! Send your prayer request to reachus@justmoved.org
