This is the primary means through which small groups in a church provides teaching, support, and opportunities for spiritual growth and direction. Although through our worship services we are presented God's Word through sermons that are based from the Bible, in our small groups through interaction with other Christians we are able to fu
This is the primary means through which small groups in a church provides teaching, support, and opportunities for spiritual growth and direction. Although through our worship services we are presented God's Word through sermons that are based from the Bible, in our small groups through interaction with other Christians we are able to further our growth and healing. We can ask questions, explore Scripture more deeply, and pray with and for one another with specific prayer requests.
These groups address more involved issues of greater complexity in our walk in faith. These are issues that individuals may not feel comfortable about addressing in a Sunday School class or small group Bible Study. For example significant conflicts within someone's marriage, dealing with issues of loss or grief, issues that women may no
These groups address more involved issues of greater complexity in our walk in faith. These are issues that individuals may not feel comfortable about addressing in a Sunday School class or small group Bible Study. For example significant conflicts within someone's marriage, dealing with issues of loss or grief, issues that women may not feel comfortable to address in a coed small group or men similarly may not feel comfortable to address in front of women. Additionally, there are issues of addiction, past trauma, or areas in life that just seem to sensitive or the individual feels to embarrassed or vulnerable to address in a Sunday School class or small group Bible Study group.
This type of group usually requires greater preparation and training as a facilitator and sometimes churches stay away from offering this type of group because of the uncomfortableness or lack of training and resources to start and maintain such a group.
What if we could make more available the resources and training to churches and small group facilitators to help them lead such a group?
There are some issues that are better addressed through formal pastoral counseling or through very specialized lay counseling programs such as Stephen Ministries
Short Term Inpatient / Residential Care / Rehab Programs
Short Term Inpatient / Residential Care / Rehab Programs
There are issues that are better addressed by a referral to Professional Counselor or Therapist. These individuals have specialized training in the area of emotional distress, mental health, and treating psychological conditions. They usually have a Masters degree or Doctoral degree and are licensed by their local state to treat menta
There are issues that are better addressed by a referral to Professional Counselor or Therapist. These individuals have specialized training in the area of emotional distress, mental health, and treating psychological conditions. They usually have a Masters degree or Doctoral degree and are licensed by their local state to treat mental disorders It is important to find a professional who honors faith based Biblical values. A good source to find someone is through https://christiancounselordirectory.com However, I would caution that not necessarily everyone listed on a referral list for Christian Counselors holds values consistent with your own beliefs as a Christian. Therefore, when beginning to work with any mental healthcare professional or life coach professing to be providing Christian services within a Biblically based perspective, that they are clear and you are clear what that means. Find a mental health professional you are comfortable with and whom honors and respects your beliefs as a Christian.
http://emapdrschulz.com- This link is to the webpage of Integrative Care Ohio - George O. Schulz, Ph.D. (my professional practice as a licensed psychologist). I can provide psychological services to anyone in the State of Ohio. If you wish to learn more about my practice or to schedule with me a psychological services appointment go to the link of http://emapdrschulz.com.
Short Term Inpatient / Residential Care / Rehab Programs
Short Term Inpatient / Residential Care / Rehab Programs
Short Term Inpatient / Residential Care / Rehab Programs
For some life situations temporary placement in a sheltered safe setting is required to assist an individual through detox for a drug or alcohol problem is necessary. An acute mental health condition where an individual poses a threat to themselves (suicidal ideation or attempt) or the individual poses an acute risk to someone else beca
For some life situations temporary placement in a sheltered safe setting is required to assist an individual through detox for a drug or alcohol problem is necessary. An acute mental health condition where an individual poses a threat to themselves (suicidal ideation or attempt) or the individual poses an acute risk to someone else because of a mental health condition.
Many of the inpatient treatment centers and their interventions may not be consistent with Christian beliefs (of course most secular inpatient treatment programs will say that will honor and respect an individual's Christian beliefs but often it is not the experience that the person has). Therefore, there is a need to develop inpatient and drug and rehab facilities who offer a distinctive Christian approach toward treatment. Unfortunately, these type of Inpatient programs are hard to find.
However, one inpatient care treatment center to consider is Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services. Their address for hospital admissions is 300 68th Street SE, Building E, Entrance E1 Grand Rapids Michigan 45948. They can be reached at 800.678.5500 Their website is https://www.pinerest.org/inpatient-services/ Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services was founded in 1910 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They offer psychiatric urgent care, inpatient and partial hospitalization, and addiction treatment and recovery programs. Their mission statement reads that "Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is called to express the healing ministry of Jesus Christ by providing behavioral health services with professional excellence, Christian integrity, and compassion." They further state - "We still reflect our faith-based heritage in all we do by providing professional behavioral health services that are rooted in Christian teaching and values. As servants of God we call upon our entire staff to compassionately care for and meet the needs of each patient - respectfully expressing Christ's healing ministry to all who seek it while maintaining respect for each person's personal faith, spiritual or philosophical preferences."
Transitional Housing
Short Term Inpatient / Residential Care / Rehab Programs
Transitional Housing
There is a need to create specialized supportive housing for individuals coming out of institutions - whether it would be prison, long term residential care, or an individual who does not have at that time the means and resources to re-integrate into the community by themselves without assistance and support. We need to address as a Chur
There is a need to create specialized supportive housing for individuals coming out of institutions - whether it would be prison, long term residential care, or an individual who does not have at that time the means and resources to re-integrate into the community by themselves without assistance and support. We need to address as a Church Community how we address this need and again put together a list of resources to help these individuals and families within a distinctively Christ centered approach.
Go to this following website link for a transitional housing program for former inmates. This Christian based ministry requires a recommendation from the prison chaplain for acceptance into the program. To learn more the program go to https://faithcov.net/missions/fort-jackson-guidelines-and-manual
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