Thursday, May 3rd, 2007
Depression affects more than 19 million people each year in the US. In any typical high school classroom, it is likely that three students have made a suicide attempt in the last year. Among college students, there are an estimated 1,100 suicides per year (an average of 3 per day).
Those are some sobering facts. Better off Rock’d wants to do something about it. Started by a good friend of mine, Better off Rock’d is putting together their first tour to raise money for suicide prevention. This is a great endeavor and it’s being put together by a guy who has a real heart for following Christ and for young people. And they’ve gotten some of the biggest names in Christian rock involved. The bill so far includes Seventh Day Slumber, Everyday Sunday, Nevertheless, and Stephen Speaks. Check out their Myspace page and if you’re in the Austin or Ft. Worth area in June, be sure to check out a show. I’ll be there shooting video highlights of the event. I hope to see you there!