First Place 4 Health at a Glance

What Is First Place 4 Health?

The First Place 4 Health program is the result of a godly desire placed in the hearts of a group of Christians in Houston, Texas, in 1981. Their desire was to establish a Christ-centered weight-control program that addressed all areas of life—physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.

The resulting program is designed as three 12-week sessions per year—winter, spring and fall. Members stay with the same group for an entire session, encouraging and challenging one another to meet their fitness goals. Each weekly group meeting includes a weigh-in, nutritional information, class discussion, Bible study discussion, and prayer.

First Lutheran Church is offering a group on Tuesday nights. Group meetings will be held on Tuesdays at 5:15 p.m. Sessions start in September, January, and late March or early April.

Why Choose First Place 4 Health?

Maybe you are struggling with losing five to 10 pounds or are battling obesity. Perhaps you want to increase your knowledge about nutrition, to get help with implementing a consistent exercise plan or to learn how to develop a healthy lifestyle for your family. Whatever your reasons, you’ll soon discover that First Place 4 Health is a biblically based, medically trustworthy wellness program that addresses the whole person—physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.

What Is the Cost to Join First Place 4 Health?

The cost for your first 12-week session is subject to where you purchase your materials. Your member kit and Bible study can be purchased at www.firstplace4heath.com or you can check out places like www.amazon.com and www.christianbook.com. The Bible study chosen for the next session starting September 14, 2010, is God’s Purpose for You. (Please note: new members are asked to attend orientation before the session starts. The next orientation will be held Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room. Contact Denise if you are unable to attend.)