Grace Groups

It's About Relationships

Starting January 17, 2010

Holidays aren't always what one might hope for...
often they are yet another time and place where longings go unmet...
disappointment sets in once again.
Family gatherings may or may not be how the media often portrays them...
they might leave you feeling empty or angry...
a feeling you've felt before.

Grace Groups is a safe, small group where we can look at our past and see how it might be affecting our present life experiences and our relationships. Whether you are not showing up in life like you wished you could or life itself isn't what you'd hoped for - Grace Groups might help offer some direction and encouragement for changes.

Watch a video describing what Grace Groups can do for you.

We all collect and carry a variety of baggage as we travel through life--some we can carry easier than others, some of it gets in the way of our life, and some of it gets in the way of other people.  Some of our baggage takes up too much space, and some is just down right ugly.  It can keep us from being able to have a vision for our lives.

Grace Groups offer a safe place to talk about our baggage and how we might lighten the load, making it easier to move through life, making more time and space for relationships.

If you are wondering why life seems to be so difficult or relationships seem so empty, you might want to consider joining us.

In Grace Groups we believe:

Everyone has a story...
Everyone has dignity...
Everyone struggles with depravity...
The body of Christ is intended to be a safe place for healing wounds...
People will wrestle with God...
People need to grieve their losses...
People are responsible for the damage they do, NOT the damage done to them...
People want to be called to more...
Transformation is a life long journey, best done in a community with fellow travelers...

Do you or someone you love or care about show signs such as: Overspending, Perfectionism, Isolation, Overly Sensitive, Feelings of Unworthiness, Sarcasm, Spiritualizing, Anger, Over Eating, Critical, Poor Self-Esteem, Indecisive, Judgmental, Workaholics, Sadness, Relationship Difficulties, Addiction, Etc... ? GRACE GROUPS could be the answer.

Applications are available at our website: www.gracegroupsonline.org We have limited space, so consider signing up early. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Pastor Blair Hayward, John/Julie Castady, Melissa Feldbrugge, or Bill/Elaine Stoub (429-8161).

Disclaimer
This small group ministry is not intended to substitute for mental health, medical, pastoral, legal, or other professional services.  If expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional should be sought.