

Some things are nearly impossible to understand unless you've experienced them yourselves. That's why support groups are so valuable. They allow us to meet with other people who've experienced the same kinds of hardships we're going through. We can lean on each other and help each other through whatever challenges we share, whether those are health challenges, addictions or past abuses.
12 Step Introduction
12 Step Introduction
One-Hour Intro Session
1st Wed. of Each Month
6 pm • CLL03
Contact:
Judy 314-569-4114
Want to break free from controlling addictions and troubling habits? If you have questions about the 12-step classes we offer like Overcomers, join us for this one-hour session to get answers and find out if you or a loved one would benefit. Sign up is not necessary. The session will be held on the first Wednesday of each month.
Alzheimer's/Demential Caregiver Support
Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support
Call for one-on-one support.
Contact:
Ferd 314-291-3021
Caring for a loved one can be challenging. We offer practical support, encouragement and prayer.
Boundaries
Boundaries
9 week session (with video)
Begins Sunday, March 25
10:45 am • CLL22
$25 (includes book)
Contact:
Debi 314-591-1960
debi.2911@yahoo.com
When should you say yes and when should you say no? This class addresses issues like having people take advantage of you; having trouble saying no; being disappointed with God and more. Class size is limited so register early.
Breaking the Cycle of Hurtful Family Experiences
Breaking the Cycle of Hurtful Family Experiences
13-Week Support Class
Winter 2013 • $25
Contact:
John 314-805-8878
johnpfritz@hotmail.com
Our ideas about how to relate to others and to God are often shaped by faulty ideas from our past. This 13 week class identifies harmful patterns and helps us experience healthy relationships and God's love. Class size is limited so register early.
Cancer Share
Cancer Share
One-on-One Ministry
Contact:
Christy 314-308-2882
christy.fry@att.net
We offer help for those in treatment, caregivers and survivors.
Career/Workplace Challenges?
Caregivers
Caregivers
One-on-One Ministry
Call to set up a time to meet
Contact:
Ferd 314-291-3021
Linda 636-441-4271
Minnie-mite1106@charter.net
Are you overwhelmed and stressed by the responsibility of caring for an ill family member or friend? Call for support and encouragement.
Changes That Heal
Changes that Heal
13-week session (with video)
Begins Tuesday, Sept.18, 2012
6:30 pm • CLL22
Cost: $25
Contact:
Debi 314-591-1960
debi.2911@yahoo.com
Dr. Henry Cloud discusses how to live life and improve relationships and how to understand your past to ensure a healthier future. Class size is limited.
Divorce Care
Divorce Care
13-Week Session (with video)
Aug. 23-Nov. 15, 2012
Thursdays • 7 pm • C120
Cost $25 • Registration Required
Childcare is available for children under 12.
Contact:
Bill & Cindy 636-578-4978
Join us anytime to heal and grow through expert video instruction and small group discussion. For information about Divorce Care for Kids go to www.dc4k.org
For additional information contact 314-292-8300 x2112.
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
6-week video session
Begins Wed., Sept. 12, 2012
6 pm • B212
Cost: $15
Contact:
Judy 314-569-4114
It is impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. Begin the journey to learn to integrate emotional health and biblical truths and deepen your connection to God. Pre-registration guarantees a book. Space is limited so register early.
Emotional & Spiritual Connection
Emotional & Spiritual Connection
March 18-May 6
Sundays • 9 am • CLL22
$15 (includes materials)
Contact:
Martha Jane 636-537-3837
In this seven week video session, Drs. Cloud and Townsend will help you deal with your emotions and give you practical guidelines to handle depression, anger, fear, guilt, and shame. Class size is limited so register early.
Financial Freedom Ministry
Financial Freedom Ministry
Struggling with finances? We offer one-on-one assistance, seminars, classes and groups to help. Go to www.gracefinancialfreedom.org for information.
Financial Peace University
Financial Peace University
March 14-June 27
Wednesdays • 6-8 pm • CLL10
REGISTER ONLINE: daveramsey.com/fpu
Special price rate is $90
Class size is limited to 20 persons.
More than 1.5 million families have attended Financial Peace University with amazing results. Stop worrying about money, and start your journey to Financial Peace today. We won't meet on the first Wednesday of the month.
For more information about the Financial Freedom Ministry go to www.gracefinancialfreedom.org
Grief Share
GriefShare Ministry - Your journey from mourning to joy!
13-week session
Begins Monday, Sept. 10 at 7 PM
7 pm • CLL21 • $25 (book)
The death of a loved one can be extremely painful, even shattering. Taking full advantage of the grieving process is vital to healing, but you have to take the first step. On Monday, September 10 we will be starting a series called "Grief Share" on the Grace Church Maryland Heights Campus. This series will be meeting every Monday night at 7 pm.
Each week the group will view a special video that features interviews with top experts on grief recovery subjects as well as profiles on people who are actually going through the grieving experience themselves. Together with the support of others in the group, you will learn how to move through the grief and renew your hope for the future.
Scholarships available
Child Care will be available if two or more families sign up
Cost: $25
Call 314-292-8300 x3299
Grief Sharing
Grief Sharing
One-on-One Ministry
Contact:
Sharon 314-292-8300 x3299
Are you struggling with grief or having trouble coping with the loss of a loved one? Let's talk. A chance to speak one-on-one with someone else who has been there can be healing.
Hope Keepers (Chronic Illness/Pain)
Hope Keepers
Ongoing Group
2nd Sunday
12:30 pm • B212
Contact:
Kristy 314-292-8300 x3101
khowell52@aol.com
Hope Keepers is an ongoing group for those with chronic illness or pain. Come for mutual support and biblical encouragement. No child care available.
Hope For Men (Sexual Abuse Recovery)
Hope For Men
One-on-One Session
Next Session is June 2012
Mondays • 6 pm
Contact:
T. J. 314-292-8300 x3211
Call for one-on-one help or join us for the class session to discuss the effects of sexual abuse, grieving and letting go of the past.
Hope for Women (Sexual Abuse Recovery)
Hope for Women
13-Week Session
Begins Saturday, Jan. 21
6 pm • CLL05
Cost: $25 (includes book)
Contact:
LaDonna 314-853-4965
Designed for survivors of sexual abuse, this group explores the effects of abuse, the process of grieving the pain and letting go of the past. Registration is required.
Marriage Enrichment
Marriage Enrichment
We offer Premarital Classes, Marriage Enrichment Classes, Pastoral Counseling and other resources to help you have the kind of marriage God intends. For more information call the church office at 314-292-8300
Overcomers (12-Step Group for Addictive or Compulsive Habits)
Overcomers
Ongoing 12-Step Recovery (Free)
Contact:
Ron 314-292-8300 x3363
Devine4@sbcglobal.net
- Monday, Thursday • 7 pm • CLL10
- Tuesday • 1 pm • CLL10
- Saturday • 5 pm • CLL10
Without the power to follow through, good intentions accomplish nothing but heartache. That's especially true when they involve the overcoming of addictive or compulsive habits. We use a Biblical 12-step recovery process to face these challenges. Join us if you or a loved one struggles with addictive or compulsive habits.
(Childcare is available on Mondays only with RSVP.)
Pastoral Care
Pastoral Care
Our pastors assist members with hospital visitation, counseling, funeral and bereavement needs, weddings, etc. Call the church office for information.
Pet Loss Support
Pet Loss Support
One-on-One
Contact:
Mandy 636-922-1622
Are you coping with the loss of a pet or facing the possibility of euthanasia? Your grief is real and sharing your feelings with someone else can help. Call to set up a time to meet.
Safe People
Safe People
13-week session (with video)
Begins Sunday, Sept. 16
10:45 am • CLL21
$25 (includes book)
Contact:
Debi 314-591-1960
debi.2911@yahoo.com
Do you invest yourself in harmful relationships? Join us for solid guidance on making safe choices and learn how to find relationships that are good for you while avoiding those that aren't. Space is limited.
Search for Peace (a study on forgiveness)
Search for Peace
13-Week Session
Begins Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012
9 am • CLL21
Cost: $25 (includes book)
Contact:
John 314-805-8878
johnpfritz@hotmail.com
Many Christians are confused about the true nature of forgiveness and hang onto excuses which trap and torment them. Learn how forgiveness of others is the key to experiencing forgiveness.
Search for Significance
Search for Significance
13-week Session (with video)
Begins Sunday, Sept 9, 2012
9 am • CLL22
$25 (book)
Registration is required.
Contact:
Martha Jane 314-608-3857
You'll learn in a small group format how to base your significance on the love and acceptance of Jesus rather than on your ability to perform or please others. Space is limited.
Steps to Freedom (Men and Women)
Steps to Freedom
Video Series (Men and Women)
Contact:
Kristy Howell 314-292-8300 x3101
khowell@gracestl.org
Cost: $15
For Men & Women: Wednesdays at 6 pm
Beginning March 14
For Men: Fridays at 6 am
Beginning March 16
Many of God's people are spiritually stuck and yearn to be free from traps like guilt, shame, anxiety, fear, occult, involvement, abuse and addictions that are suffocating thir souls. This 12-week DVD teaching and small group study will help people break free from these chains and discover thier freedom in Christ.
Stephen Ministry (one-on-one care)
Stephen Ministry
One-on-One ministry
Contact:
314-292-8300 x3375
stephenministry@gracestl.org
Our Stephen Ministers have been trained to be provide spiritual support and to walk one on one with people who are dealing with a crisis like divorce, grieving, job loss, etc. Meet with a Stephen Minister on a regular basis based upon your needs. Contact us if you know someone who is hurting.
Surviving Trauma: For Military, Medical, and ER Responders
Surviving Trauma: For Military, Medical, and ER Responders
2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wed.
7 pm • CLL07
Contact:
Mike 314-920-0999
mikemerz@hotmail.com
Matt 314-609-1973
mattm6331@yahoo.com
Without admitting pain there can be no healing. We use a biblical 12- step recovery process to face these challenges. Join us if you or a loved one is a survivor of trauma.


