Our Christian faith is clear: God has not designed us to navigate difficult times of our lives alone. We have all been called to reach out and lean on each other during challenging chapters of our lives. Support and recovery ministries offer venues for face-to-face validation and care.
Second Friday of each month
Conference Room
First Pres hosts a monthly gathering of friends and family members who are caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and memory care. Professionals associated with nearby facilities and resources present pertinent information to attendees, and the opportunity for families to share information and best practices. The group meets on the second Friday of each month at 10:30 AM in the church office conference room. No cost. For info: Lisa Cummins at lisa@firstpreskingwood.org
Contact Mark Smith at doc@firstpreskingwood.org for dates and times.
Parlor, Chapel, Conference Room
GriefShare is a small group, video and discussion ministry, to support people who are navigating a season of loss. Hosted usually twice a year at First Pres based on need. GriefShare lasts 13 weeks. Although each person’s experience of loss is unique, there are many common elements that everyone faces. No cost. For info: Mark Smith at doc@firstpreskingwood.org
Contact Mark Smith at doc@firstpreskingwood.org for dates and times.
First Pres Kingwood
Stephen Ministers are trained, lay Christian covenant partners of our church, who have committed to serving in this one-on-one ministry to folks in need of support and encouragement. Stephen Ministry care receivers include any adult going through a tough season of loss or change: job loss, new, baby, loss of loved one, health crisis, or any other challenging chapter of life. Steven Ministers meet with their care receivers once a week for about an hour to receive encouragement, support, and prayer. Stephen Ministry care is confidential. No cost. For info: Mark Smith at doc@firstpreskingwood.org
The vision is this: that every covenant partner and active participant in the life of our church would be connected to a group…we call them “Sent Groups.” These groups are relationally-focused, geographically-based groups of 15-20 adults that exist for congregational care during times of crisis. Anytime trouble comes, these groups activate and reach out to one another to ensure that everyone is safe, has what they need, and knows that they are loved.
The only way to do this is to have everyone on board! These groups are lead by staff and our ordained elders and deacons, but the real work is left to the covenant partners and active participants in the life of First Pres. You can follow the link below to register for a Sent Group today!
Help our community be prepared for unexpected disasters such as heavy rains, flooding, and tornados. Members of the SENT GROUPS can reach out to each other when inclement weather is in the forecast, make sure members have an emergency plan in place, remind members to keep all devices charged, etc… These simple things help us stay connected and enables us to care for one another and pray for one another. We genuinely hope that you will all join us in this effort and sign up this Sunday!
If you have any questions, contact Mark Smith at doc@firstpreskingwood.org