Care Ministries

“Bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ.” Gal. 6:2

We strive to meet the individual needs of our congregation through relationships with others in Life Groups as well as various ministries and events. When additional care is required, our various Care Ministries can address unique life circumstances. When health challenges arise, a loved one passes, or relational challenges are too difficult to face alone, we hope that these ministries can come alongside you in help and comfort.

As the church, we are grateful and eager to share the hope and comfort that we have as God's family with those who are in challenging circumstances. “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

GriefShare

If you've lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you've probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. GriefShare is a support group for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time.

You are welcome to begin attending the GriefShare group at any session. GriefShare is a non-denominational group and features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. Please join us for the next GriefShare session. We know it hurts, and we want to help!

Attend a Meeting

GriefShare has two meeting options during the week:

  • Tuesdays from 9:30-11am
  • Thursdays from 6:30-8pm

Each session includes a video seminar and group discussion. A GriefShare workbook assists you with note-taking, journaling and grief study. This program is designed to help you heal and to move from mourning to joy.

More Information

For more information about GriefShare click here. 

If you are interested in attending a meeting you may come at any time- there is no need for registration before attending. If you have questions or would like to talk with someone before attending, please use the contact form by clicking the button below.

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DivorceCare

Most people who have experienced separation and/or divorce will say they are the most painful and stressful experiences they've ever had. It's a confusing time when you feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you've never encountered before.

Healing from divorce is not easy. At DivorceCare groups, people in separation and divorce find tools, teaching, and support to help them deal with their pain and give them hope for the future. DivorceCare groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life.

Group Format

Each session has two distinct elements:

  1. Seminar with Experts
    During the first 30-40 minutes of the meeting, the group watches a video seminar featuring top experts on divorce and recovery subjects.
  2. Group Discussion
    After viewing the video, participants spend time as a support group, discussing what was presented in that week's video seminar, as well as encouraging one another in their day-to-day lives.

Attend a Meeting

Our next session is planned for Spring or based on need. Contact us if you have questions regarding the program or to request a class.

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Nourishing Body & Soul Meals Ministry

Food is about more than simply nourishing the body.

A home-cooked meal can be the means of entering in and celebrating a milestone event, or it can extend comfort and grace to a family who’s struggling or hurting. As the body of Christ, we have the glad opportunity to selflessly love, give, and serve! 

Get Involved

Those on the Meals Ministry receive emails each time a new meal schedule has been established.  If it works in the schedule of the volunteer to provide a meal, he or she signs up.  If it doesn't work at that time, the volunteer simply does nothing.  There's never any pressure or expectation. 

Meals are most often delivered hot to the recipient, but sometimes freezer meals are requested which can be used at the recipient's convenience.  

Interested in serving through the ministry of food? Please sign-up by clicking the button below.

 

Faith Community Nursing

Faith Community Nursing serves our church family by extending the love of Jesus through a holistic view of health and wellness among our church community.

This is done through compassion, nurturing, education, and encouraging others towards positive behaviors. FCN assists with medical needs, promoting health and wellness among our church family, and distributing relevant medical-related information and encouragement in our twice-yearly newsletter called The Honeycomb.

FCN Is Here For Our Church Family

Navigating the world of medicine -- whether it be long-term care, a recent diagnosis, or preventative health -- can be overwhelming at times. FCN desires to come alongside you and help make that journey a bit easier. Among many other ways to help, we're here to:

  • Make a phone call or visit to see how things are going, relaying updates to pastors and elders
  • Maintain a medical equipment closet containing items that can be borrowed as needed
  • Assist with Advanced Directives
  • Blood pressure screenings
  • First aid/CPR classes*

*Heartsaver and Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR classes are available for anyone interested in becoming certified. For more details, contact FCN Coordinator Kristie Ahlborg, certified CPR instructor.

The Honeycomb

Gracious words are like honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body. Proverbs 16:24

FCN distributes a newsletter twice a year entitled The Honeycomb, providing relevant medical-related information and encouragement to the church family.

The Honeycomb

Serving Together

Did you know you don't have to have a medical background to be involved with FCN? FCN also looks to encourage our church family by matching volunteers ready to assist others with non-medical needs, such as running an errand, light housework, or reading Scripture.

If you'd like to volunteer, please fill out the following form to be contacted when a need arises. Thank you!

Non-Medical Volunteer Opportunities

Weekly Prayer Opportunities

Prayer Meeting

Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00pm

We begin and end with Scripture and pray for the advancement of God's Kingdom in this generation.  Join us!


Men's Prayer Meeting 

Wednesdays at 6:30 - 7:30am via Zoom

All men are invited and encouraged to come together in the presence of the Lord to pray. We use the Psalms as a guide to pray for our nation, community, and church family.

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Adorned: Women's Ministry Prayer Initiative

As we pray, God changes us. He aligns our hearts to His. Our heart’s longing is to know Christ; to be firmly rooted in Him so that when hard winds batter against our lives, we’ll remain firm and steadfast in Him.

Each month we provide a new prayer focus in our monthly newsletter, along with correlating scriptures. Our team of praying women prays these scriptures over all the women of eFree in an ongoing way throughout the year. Please visit the Women's Ministries page or contact Nikki MacDonald by clicking the button below for more information.

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Women's Prayer Fellowship

Wednesdays, 10:45 - 11:30am

Women's Prayer Fellowship offers the space to pray together with other women who are seeking God’s heart. We pray for those in need, for our community and the world. We want God to continue shaping our hearts and minds so that we become increasingly more like Christ in our biblical welcome and hospitality toward others.


Praise & Prayer Gathering

Every Sunday, 9:00 - 9:30am in Harbor Room

This praise and prayer gathering utilizes the church's weekly prayer sheet, is fueled by the Sunday morning text, and focuses on seeking God for the effectiveness of the Sunday morning worship services. More information about this can be found on the Calendar

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Visitation Ministry

If you have a heart for those from our church family who are currently in assisted-living locations or nursing homes, we would love to have you as part of our team. We desire to inspire our whole congregation to stay connected through heart-to-heart visits, being tethered to God’s Word, and joining together in prayer. You will receive (and share) helpful hints about making a great visit and inspire others who are faithful in this ministry.

How You Can Help

This ministry takes place on your schedule and includes just 2-3 one-hour meetings per calendar year. We encourage visits to be in person, but those who prefer making phone calls are welcome to join us. We invite everyone who is looking for a fruitful ministry and loves people to come and join us. Contact Wayne Uglem to see how you can participate.