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    SUPPORT GROUPS

    There is power in encouraging one another.  Our Support Groups offer a welcoming and supportive environment, targeting specific life challenges. They are led by caring, compassionate, trained, experienced volunteers. 

    CHRONIC ILLNESS SURVIVORS


    If you suffer with persistent or recurring illness, join us in sharing our strengths, weaknesses, and hopes.  We explore God’s Word and comfort one another as we walk this difficult road.  We meet on the second and fourth Sunday of every month at 9:30am in the East Conference room.   

    For more information, contact Geri. 

    CAREER TRANSITIONS

    Unemployed or Under-employed and looking for a new job? We’re here for you as a coaching and support community while you’re in transition. We meet every Wednesday night from 7:00-8:30 in room 180.

    For more information, please contact Jack Davies.

    DEPRESSION/BIPOLAR


    Together, we support and encourage one another through the trials of depression, bipolar disorder, and related illnesses.  Family members are welcome to attend, too.  We meet every Sunday morning from 12:30pm-2:00pm in the East Conference Room.

    For more information, contact De De. 

    DIVORCE CARE


    Join us as we explore the challenges of divorce/separation in a non-judgmental, non-confrontational small group setting. Each fall and spring, we offer a Christ-centered, 13-week session of prayer, video topics, and group sharing on Tuesdays from 7:00-9:00pm in the East Conference Room starting 9/12/17 through 12/19/17. A $20 fee covers the workbook/materials.   More information about the DivorceCare program is available at http://www.divorcecare.org. 

    For more information and to register, contact Tom and Merrily Coats.

    Healing The Father Wound Class


    Based on the book by Kathy Rodriguez, Healing the Father Wound, this 13-week class will be in Room 190 on Thursdays from August 24th through November 16th from 7 pm to 9 pm. Like restoring a vintage painting to its original splendor, God seeks to restore His Father position with us, but this process can be hindered when we see Him through the distorted image of our earthly fathers.  Since most people come from less than perfect homes, it is often difficult to see God the way He wants us to see Him-- as a loving father. Many of us are living out of the legacy of father wounds inflicted during childhood. Healing the Father Wound is the perfect tool for anyone wanting to learn how to move forward toward emotional and spiritual maturity.

    Click HERE for a flyer.  Please contact Michelle Nelms at mnelms@gfc.org to register.


    GRIEF SHARE


    Grief is the normal reaction to a loss of any kind.  Grief is a bundle of emotions, and it is experienced holistically – physically, emotionally, and spiritually.  Everyone grieves differently, but no one should grieve alone.  Grief Share is a group in which you learn about good and godly grief, and can talk about your grief process with others who are grieving, under the watchful care of a trained grief counselor.  The next class is to-be-determined. Private appointments are also available upon request.                    

    For more information and to register, contact Michelle.

    POST ABORTION


    This is a group for women who would like to heal from past abortions.  It is a confidential Bible study, held off-campus by a trained post-abortion counselor, and focuses on the power of forgiveness … God’s forgiveness of us and our forgiveness of ourselves. Starts this summer 2017.      
    For more information and to register, contact Muriel.

    BOUNDARIES


    We study and discuss the award-winning book and video series Boundaries: When to say “yes” and how to say “no” by Henry Cloud and John Townsend.  Their teaching lays a biblical foundation for understanding what boundaries are and how they can help us live out God’s command to love one another in freedom and authenticity.  Click HERE for a flyer. The next class is to-be-determined.            

    For more information and to register, contact Jan.


    CARING FOR AGING PARENTS

    It can be hard to care for an aging parent: knowing when and how to step in, what services are available, how to choose the right care situation, navigating the Medicare/Medicaid systems, etc., especially while still maintaining your own life.  You may need the help and guidance of someone familiar with the territory, and we're here for you.  Next Workshops are October 18th, 2017 and April 18th, 2018.

    For information about this seminar, or for personal help or counsel, contact Kim.


    PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP


    Have you lost a child during pregnancy or shortly thereafter?  The grief after this kind of loss often leaves one feeling sad, alone and angry, Grieving is a natural and important process but you don't have to grieve alone.  The study will culminate in a private memorial to your child for those who wish to participate. Next class to-be-determined.

    For more information and to register contact Beth at btapolyai@gmail.com