Care Ministries
Support Groups at Calvary
"Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest."
—Matthew 11:28
There are times in each of our lives when we have difficulty coping with events or experiences. The understanding of others who walk in similar shoes can be helpful and the sharing of knowledge is encouraging. We invite you to participate in any of these groups according to your need. It is our prayer that you will receive the support you need to have hope and faith in a God who does indeed care for you.
All groups meet at Calvary and are free of charge unless noted differently. For more information on any group, contact Annette Langdon, R.N., Parish Nurse, at 763.231.2955, or alangdon@calvary.org.
Grief Support Group
3rd Sunday of the month, 11:15 a.m., Luther Room
Christian hope and spiritual support for people grieving the loss of a loved one. Facilitated by Pastor Skip Reeves and Annette Langdon, Parish Nurse.
Living with Cancer Support Group
3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8:00 p.m., N211
For people newly diagnosed or in long-term treatment. Led by Pastor Skip Reeves and Annette Langdon, Parish Nurse.
Compassionate Friends
3rd Monday each month, 7:00 p.m., Room N004;
For parents who have experienced the death of a child. Some parents come once or twice; some continue for a longer period and eventually give support to the newly bereaved. While Compassionate Friends is not a therapy group, healing is slowly and gently promoted as parents gain insight and feelings in an accepting atmosphere.
Suicide Survivors
1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, 7:00 p.m., Luther Room
For those who have lost a loved one through suicide. For more information, contact Bev at 763.323.3178.
Infertility, Infant Loss & Miscarriage Support Group
4th Tuesday each month, 7:00–9:00 p.m., location varies
For men and women at all stages of the journey through infertility. Safe, confidential place within a Christian context, to talk and listen to others experiencing these difficulties. Information, resources, care and encouragement. Know you are not alone. Facilitators, Daonna Start and Marianne Dewey, have experienced infertility and are very knowledgeable in this area. They also know the hope and healing of God's grace. For information and meeting location, call Daonna, 763.559.1890, or Marianne at 763.550.0529.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Thursdays 10:00 a.m., Room N209
For persons struggling with chemical addictions. For more information contact Ellen 763.545.3302, or Neil 763.551.2519.
Mental Illness
MDBSA — Minnesota Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance
2nd and 4th Mondays each month, 7:00 p.m., Room N204
For anyone wanting support and information on depression or manic depression (bi-polar) is welcome to attend this Golden Valley Chapter of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.
NAMI — National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
3rd Tuesday each month, 7:00–9:00 p.m., N206 & N207
Support for individuals and families of individuals affected by mental illness.