Aware Conference at Trinity Church

Protecting our children and teens can be difficult. It’s even harder when they might know more about things than we do. It’s time for adults to be aware and equipped about the world they live in! We are grateful that Trinity Church of Marble Hill wants to...

Chamber Business After Hours

The Joy House was honored to host the February Pickens County Chamber After Hours at our Girl’s Home. Guests were treated to delicious food provided by SharpTop Cove and invited to tour the home by our current residents. We were grateful for the opportunity to...

Snow Day

Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow! There are no better days than snow days on The Joy House campus. To our residents’ delight, we got a fair share of snow early this month which made for a playful day in the winter wonderland including snowballs, sledding...

Now Hiring Houseparents

The Joy House, a Christian home for teens located in Jasper, Georgia is currently seeking a married couple to be full-time houseparents in our girl’s home. No prior experience is needed, as training will be provided. The couple must have a strong desire to share...

Counselor’s Corner – Beyond Knowing

By: Bill Wattenbarger, Ph.D. In Christ-centered counseling, clients often reveal a kind of embarrassment or shame that their faith does not translate into better coping, communication, self-control, and perseverance.  They ask, “why is my life such a mess?  As a...