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In schools across Texas this fall, students and teachers will observe Red Ribbon week during October 20-24. Communities will be planning prevention and education programs to communicate to students regarding the dangers of alcohol and other drugs.
The Christian Life Commission is sponsoring Recovery Sunday on October 19 to encourage churches in Texas to highlight the issues of addiction, recovery, and prevention. In addition, Recovery Sunday gives Texas Baptists an opportunity to affirm and encourage our students and teachers in their ongoing struggle against drugs and alcohol.
Red Ribbon week grew out of an effort to honor the memory of a DEA agent named KiKi Camarena who died in Mexico investigating a major drug cartel. Following his death, friends and family began to wear red ribbons to honor his memory. This tradition has developed into a national campaign to address the issues of prevention and education. Beginning this fall, the CLC will help congregations to promote Recovery Sunday through providing educational, sermonic, and promotional resources.
Please join us as we encourage churches across Texas to confront the issues of addiction in our congregations and communities. We encourage you to wear your red ribbon during the week of October 20-24 to show your support as students and teachers take a stand against substance abuse in their schools. www.drugpreventionresources.com
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