Christophers Release Teen Dating -What You Need To Know

For Immediate Release       
Contact: Umberto Mignardi (ext. 40)
Or E-mail: u.mignardi@christophers.org

CHRISTOPHERS RELEASE Teen Dating -- What You Need To Know

   NEW YORK --- The Christophers has just published a News Note designed for young people that will also interest counselors and parents. The nonprofit organization is making a special offer to anyone who would like a copy. The publication, Teen Dating -- What You Need to Know:
   
·   Is a message for young people from young people
·   Gives practical advice and draws from real life experiences
·   Reinforces positive values without preaching"
·   Presents a positive view of sexuality as a gift to be treated with care
·   Discusses the emotional ups and downs of dating
·   Reminds young people that their value is not determined by dating

   Gerald M. Costello, President and Administrator of The Christophers, said, We realize that now more than ever, society needs people who are empowered by the strength of their convictions. Young people particularly need to know that someone is in their corner and this News Note does that."
Christopher News Notes have been published since 1945 and new titles are released ten times a year. Single copies are available free of charge to anyone who would like to receive them. Twenty copies are free to educators and guidance counselors. Over 2,100 youth workers currently receive News Notes, which explore a wide range of topics that include emotional and physical health, relationships, ethics and spirituality. A complete catalog of available titles can be obtained by writing to: Catalog, The Christophers, 12 East 48th Street, New York, NY 10017, E-mailing mail@christophers.org or by calling 212-759-4050.    
The Christophers was founded in 1945, based on the Judeo-Christian concept of service to God and all humanity. It encourages people of all faiths, ages and backgrounds to recognize their abilities and use them to make the world a better place. It does this through English and Spanish News Notes, newspaper columns and books; television and radio programming, contests for students, Awards and other activities. Additional information is available at www.christophers.org on the Web. The Christopher motto is: Its better to light one candle than to curse the darkness."
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