Recap of our last event
Join us for "Café y Comunidad"!
Looking for a relaxed way to explore your future at LABI College? "Café y Comunidad" provides the perfect setting to discover the unique strengths of our Theology, Business, and Psychology programs. These casual coffee nights are designed for you to connect with faculty, staff, and students in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a current student or considering joining us, it's a great opportunity to experience our campus and see how you could fit into our community. Come enjoy a cup of coffee and discover what LABI has to offer!
Next Event: October 22nd, 2024
Our Next
Event!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet our special guests and hear their story
Date of Event: October 22nd, 2024
Join us for an evening where we explore Integrating Pastoral Care and Early Childhood Development in Ministry, combining faith and mental wellness in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Start the night with coffee, light snacks, and calming music to set the tone for reflection and connection.
Our invited guests, experts in Psychology and ministry, will share practical mental health tips, including strategies for managing stress and fostering resilience in both children and adults. You’ll have a chance to reflect on meaningful questions like, “What brings peace to your mind and soul?” and connect in small groups for deeper conversations.
We’ll also have time to socialize with fellow attendees, using fun conversation starters to keep things light and engaging. The night will close with final thoughts from our guests, plus a resource table filled with books and materials on mental health, early childhood development, and faith for you to explore. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, reflect, and grow!
Night Agenda
Welcome & Coffee Gathering: Start the evening with a fresh cup of coffee, delicious snacks, and soothing music to set the perfect mood for a great night ahead.
Introduction & Relaxation Moment: We’ll kick things off with a quick welcome and introduce the night’s theme, followed by a calming relaxation exercise to help everyone feel relaxed and ready.
Panel on Pastoral Care & Early Childhood Development: Our amazing guest speakers—experts in ministry and early childhood development—will share practical, inspiring insights on how to nurture the emotional and spiritual growth of children and families. This is your chance to hear real-world strategies that combine faith and care. Stick around for the open Q&A to ask your burning questions and join the conversation!
Closing & Resource Table: We’ll wrap up with final thoughts from our panel, and then feel free to check out our resource table filled with books and materials on pastoral care, childhood development, and faith that you can take with you.
Don’t miss this chance to connect, reflect, and grow!
Our guest speakers
Stephanie Bess serves as the Children's Director at Luminate Church in Covina, CA, where she is dedicated to shaping the spiritual lives of young believers. With a bachelor’s degree in child development from the University of La Verne and a master’s degree in Child and Family from Southwestern Assemblies of God University, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as a child development specialist. Stephanie is passionate about guiding children to embrace their faith early in life, helping them realize their God-given potential, and empowering them to make a positive impact on their generation for Christ.
Pastor Cristina Colin is an Associate Pastor at IPDD and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Cristina has a passion for the rising generations and seeing individuals live in the holistic freedom we have in Christ. Cristina owns a private practice called The Healing Garage, which she believes addresses all the areas we tend to want to hide. She enjoys speaking on the importance of mental health and breaking generational curses.
