Support Groups

Scholarships or a payment plan are available by contacting Shelly Geoffroy at sgeoffroy@atgrace.com or 952-224-3023.

Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

All groups meet on Thursdays as part of Community Care Nights unless otherwise noted. Classroom locations will be announced during the Program.
Click on a group to register online.

Beyond Betrayal
Jan. 12 - Mar. 29
This support and healing group is for women only dealing with sexual betrayal in a marriage relationship. Each week a 20-30 minute DVD will offer teaching and support in addition to having an opportunity to confidentially share and support one another in a biblical manner. Group will close to new members after the third week. More info: Contact Shelly at 952-224-3023 or sgeoffroy@atgrace.com.

Boundaries for Women
Mar. 1 - May 3
Do you have difficulty knowing when to say yes, how to say no, and how to take control of your life? This small group is based on the bestselling book by Christian psychologists Henry Cloud and John Townsend. Each of the nine interactive sessions includes a DVD presentation, small group discussion, and workbook study.
Cost: $10 for workbook.
More info: Contact Jon at jsorenson@atgrace.com or 952-224-3039.

For Men Only - Drop In
Thursdays, Ongoing - No registration needed
This safe and confidential group is for men dealing with sexual purity issues, pornography, and impure/obsessive thoughts and behaviors. Questions: Contact Bill at 952-926-1055/952-465-9546 or billybydesign@gmail.com.

Separation and DivorceCare - Part 1
March 1 - May 24
This group teaches the biblical concepts that lead to healing and support for those experiencing marital separation or divorce (see www.divorcecare.com). Men and women attend. Breakouts by gender. More info: Contact Shelly at 952-224-3023 or sgeoffroy@atgrace.com.

Women's Depression Group
Ongoing starting Jan. 12
Join us as we encourage one another and offer biblical hope for women who are struggling with depression. More info: Contact Jackie at ramsay6@embarqmail.com.

 

FRESH START SHARING & 12-STEP GROUPS

  • 7:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
    Thursdays, Ongoing year-round
    Providing Hope and Support to Hurting People through
    a Surrendered Relationship with Jesus Christ.
    No cost, start any time.
    Fresh Start is the place you should attend if there no issue-specific support group currently available for your specific need. Fresh Start is an all-inclusive ministry that provides help and support for all types of issues, such as addiction, abuse, depression, anger, low self-esteem, shame, unforgiveness, judging, fear, grief, hopelessness, loneliness, suffering, worry, and more. 

    Fresh Start Large Group Meeting
    7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. • The Underground (Room M023)
    No cost or registration required
    Both men and women attend. This meeting immediately follows the Inspirational Music time. Teaching and testimonies on topics related to overcoming hurts, habits, and hang-ups.   

    Following the Fresh Start Large Group Meeting, you can participate in a gender-based sharing group (always open, no registration required) or 12-step group (registration required) below, which will run from 7:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.

    Fresh Start Sharing Groups (Separate groups for men and women; Ongoing)
    No cost or registration required
    A facilitated and confidential group where people with all types of hurts, habits, and hang-ups share with one another. Newcomers always welcome. Questions: Contact Jon at jsorenson@atgrace.com or 952-224-3039.

    Fresh Start 12-Step Groups (separate groups for men and women)
    Thursdays, Oct. 6, 2011 – April 12, 2012 (approx.)
    To register, contact Jon at jsorenson@atgrace.com or 952-224-3039
    A 26-week spiritual journey where you will apply the Christian 12 Steps of recovery to your life, regardless of your issue. More info: www.atgrace.com/freshstart. Cost: $12 for workbook but scholarships are available.
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ALSO AVAILABLE:

Marriage - Conflict Coaching
Are you and your spouse having trouble resolving conflict in your marriage? The Grace Church Peacemaking Ministry offers conflict coaching (meeting with one person to provide biblical advice) and mediation (meeting with both parties to facilitate discussion and agreement) to help you and your spouse work through your present situation and learn to respond to future conflicts in ways that will strengthen your marriage. Contact the Peacemaking Ministry office at 952-224-3023 for more information.


For more information, contact:
Shelly Geoffroy
952-224-3023
sgeoffroy@atgrace.com

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