Support Groups
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Celebrate Recovery is an international, Christ-centered recovery ministry, which began at Saddleback Church 16 years ago. Are you looking for freedom from any of your life's hurts, hang-ups or habits? You don't have to do it on your own! The program meets on Thursday nights, 5:30-9:30 p.m., in the Fireside Room and includes supper, live worship, teaching, testimonies and small recovery groups. We offer Women’s Recovery Groups and Men’s Recovery Groups. For more info, or to request childcare, contact Michelle at 529-1575, ext. 210, or Wayne at ext. 203. Click here to view our Celebrate Recovery webpage.
DIVORCE RECOVERY
A Divorce Recovery Seminar, "New Hope/New Beginnings," is offered twice per year at First Church. The next date is September 10-11, 2009. Click here for a details and registration.
A Divorce Support Group meets on Friday nights at 6:30 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. You will find a helpful and supportive environment here. Call Betty for details: 529-1575, ext. 212.
GRIEF SHARE
This Biblical and Christ-centered program focuses on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one. The DVD seminar features nationally respected grief experts and real-life stories of people, followed by discussion about what was viewed. Past participants have told us how helpful the information and follow up is.
Many grieving people find that they are only beginning the work of healing when others around them have returned to work and their life routines. Too often people, including Christians, tend to stuff their grief instead of allowing it to work as God intended. You will find encouragement, comfort and help in grieving the death of a spouse, child, parent, sibling, other family members, or friend; and it is an opportunity to be around people who understand what you are feeling. Confidentiality is very much a part of the program.
You will learn valuable information about facing your new normal in life and renewing your hope for the future. Facilitator will be Betty Metcalf. The only charge is $13 for the workbook. To register, or for more information, call Caring Ministries, 529-1575 ext. 210.
DISABILITIES MINISTRIES
Many of our neighbors, friends, relatives, and loved ones experience life with precious children who in some way have a disability. We are prayerfully establishing a program for children on Sunday mornings that will allow these parents free time to partake in the wonderful Sunday services we enjoy each week and allow them some space to connect with the congregation. This may seem a small step, but it would be a major help to some of our families. If you are gifted or trained to work with these children, or if you feel called to help, we are willing to equip you to provide this service to our members and community. If you want to learn more about the disabilities ministry at First Church please contact Wayne Luman at care@firstchurch.org, or Vicki Huffman at vickih@firstchurch.org.
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