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Mondays at Crossings

Support Groups

DivorceCare I
Dub Rogers, Jim Webb, & Anne Spires • room 229

The reality of divorce can overwhelm hurting individuals. DivorceCare I provides initial support and direction for those finding themselves in the midst of separation or divorce. An experienced Christian counselor leads group discussions to help participants begin to heal and restore balance in life.

DivorceCare II
Skip McKinstry & Kim Madison • room 224

DivorceCare II is a 13-week video/discussion group addressing issues associated with divorce and separation. Find encouragement and hope through video and discussion of various topics including depression, loneliness, financial survival, and forgiveness.

DivorceCare III--Boundaries
Dale Acker & Gerald Tiffin • room 225

For those who have completed DivorceCare I & II, this video/discussion class helps participants establish biblically appropriate boundaries especially as applied to interpersonal relationships. Attention is given to interaction with ex-spouses, family of origin, and dating.

GriefShare I
Eldonna Merritt & Ray Ruth • room 222-223

Grieving the loss of a loved one is a painful and agonizing process. This 13-week video series offers valuable information combined with group discussion to support and encourage those traveling the journey through grief.

GriefShare II
Teresa Peden • room 231

For those who have completed GriefShare I, this group offers ongoing support and education for continuing through the journey of grief.

Anger Management for Men
Todd Poe & Eddie Scott • room 221

This class offers a safe and confidential atmosphere to explore and manage feelings of anger. Participants discover the sources and triggers of anger and learn productive ways to cope and respond to life challenges.

Stress Management for Women
Not meeting during current summer session—new group begins September 8.
Brooke Flickinger • room 230

Women may encounter stress from the many needs and demands of family and work. Stress Management offers insight into the causes of stress and presents healthy ways to cope with the emotions caused by stress.

Depression and Bipolar
Marcus Jones & Kent Acers • room 238

For those suffering from depression and bipolar disorder, this informational class helps dispel myths, reduce fears, and support those dealing with depressive illnesses.

Blended Family Support Group
Gordon & Carri Taylor • room 226

An educational process addressing step family dynamics and issues while promoting a healthy and productive relationship for the couple and family.

Caregiver Support Group
Not meeting during current summer session.
Tiffany Wagner & Betty Klossner • room 154

Caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s or dementia find encouragement and support by sharing with others about similar issues, concerns and challenges. Meets first and third Mondays.

Military Families Support Group
Ruthie Gardosik • room 154

The feelings experienced when a loved one is far away is unique for family members of military personnel deployed abroad. Discover new friendships and find encouragement as you meet and pray together. Meets second and fourth Mondays.

LifeTools Groups

LifeTools for Kids
Summer session begins June 2 (through August 4)

Growing up with divorce, drugs, alcohol, violence, mental illness, blended families, loss, and other stresses presents many challenges for children. This support program helps children from four-years-old through sixth grade learn healthy ways to deal with life’s pain and stress. These classes offer opportunity for growth, comfort, and hope for families. Parents are required to attend either LifeTools for Parenting or one of the many CareSeries opportunities on Monday evenings.
Required forms:
Printable LifeTools for Kids Enrollment Form
Printable LifeTools for Kids Informed Consent Form

LifeTools for Teens
Not meeting during current summer session.
David Neuhauser & Meridith Slaughter • room 200

The adolescent years can seem overwhelming to teens, particularly when they deal with family changes and life stresses. LifeTools for Teens provides support and direction through guided discussions with other teens who are going through similar experiences.
Required forms:
Printable LifeTools for Teens Enrollment Form
Printable LifeTools for Teens Informed Consent Form

LifeTools for Parenting
Not meeting during current summer session.
Shari Murphy • room 101

This course runs concurrently with LifeTools for Kids and provides parents the opportunity to work with their children on challenges in the family such as divorce, drugs, alcohol, violence, mental illness, blended families, loss, and other stresses. This Bible-based, interactive support group offers life skills to help with parenting and with creating a healthy Christian home.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

NAMI Caring Families Support Group

This class offers support and understanding for family and friends of those dealing with depression and mental illness as they meet to share and encourage one another.

Recovery/12 Step Groups

Alcoholics Anonymous
Pavilion (meets from 7-8 p.m.)

AA is a well-established 12 Step-12-Tradition program of recovery for individuals addicted to alcohol.

Compulsive Eaters Anonymous
room 233

If compulsive eating is affecting your health, peace, and joy, discover what this 12 Step program offers in overcoming destructive eating habits.

Gamblers Anonymous
room 243 (meets at 6:30 p.m.)

In this 12 Step recovery group, men and women share their experience, strength, and hope to help others recover from a gambling problem.

Tuesday Classes

Recovery/12 Step Groups

Al-Anon
Pavilion (meets at 5:45 p.m.)

This support group offers hope and help to those who deal with alcohol addiction of friends and loved ones.

Wednesday Classes

Join us in the Atrium for dinner before class, 4:45-6:15 p.m. … reservations appreciated.