Care Small Groups

Care Creations – God Through Art Open to the community – Ongoing – Walk-ins welcome
Contact: Paula Moyer, pmoyer@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 153
or Irene Peeler, ipeeler@consolidated.net, 281-579-3040
Meets the first Thursday of each month in the Holy Grounds Coffee Shop in the Mansion, the main white church building. (Click here to view the brochure.)
Do you love to paint and create things? If so, a this small group is waiting for you. Consider using your God-given talent to encourage members of our church family who are hurting. This is also be a chance to work on our own projects, pray for each other, and have fellowship and fun even if you don’t consider yourself creative or artistic!

Divorce Care Open to the community
Sign up now for Fall 2008.
Contact Alicia Bell, abell@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 186
or Rick Weber, webodespo@yahoo.com, 281-829-0212
Fall 2008 session starts in September. Meets Monday evenings 6-8 pm for 13 weeks in the Mansion Vista, the main white church building. Early registration encouraged. Includes dinner and divorce care for adults and children ages 5 through high school. Fee: $35 per family. (Click here to view the brochure.)
If you or someone you know has experienced grief, pain, heartache or anger that accompanies the feelings of loss and abandonment through divorce, please consider Divorce Care. This faith–based recovery program includes curriculum for both adults and children. Independent of the time that has elapsed since the divorce, this is open to anyone in the community still feeling the heartache of divorce. For more information on Divorce Care, go to www.DivorceCare.org.

Fresh Start I and II Open to the community – Ongoing – Walk-ins welcome
Contact Alicia Bell, abell@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 186
or Charmel Paholek, cpaholek@comcast.net, 281-371-0268
Fresh Start I meets 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 pm in Room 204 in the Mansion, the main white church building.
Fresh Start II meets 1st and 3rd Mondays from 7:00-8:30 pm in the Epicentre. (Click here to view the brochure.)
If you are a single woman who is divorced and would like to study God's Word with other women of similar backgrounds, Fresh Start may be just the group for you. The group focus is on the Bible and fellowship of women who have had the challenges of being alone, but are ready to accept that God wants them to have an abundant life, full of support and joy. Fellowship such as dinners out, movie nights and fun accompany this group.

Good $ense Ministry Open to the Community
Contact Jenifer Miller, jmiller@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 177
 Did you know that the Bible talks more about money and possessions than any other topic except love? The Care Ministry teaches classes using material from Good $ense applicable for those struggling with their finances or those wishing to align their financial lives in accordance with Biblical principles. Please call to sign up for the next session which will be held based upon interest level. Also one-on-one financial counseling is available with referral from Care Pastor.

GriefShare Open to the Community
New summer session begins Wednesday, June 4, 2008.
Contact Mary Newman, mnewman@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 134
or Deanna Durden, deanna.durden@comcast.net, 281-693-4364
Meets Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm for 13 weeks in Room 203 in the Mansion, the main white church building. If you are struggling with the loss of loved one, please consider this small group. GriefShare features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with others who have also experienced loss, learn about their challenges and have the opportunity to share your own. Excellent ministry for both men and women dealing with loss.
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Beyond Loss – Post Grief Care Open to the community – Ongoing – Walk-ins welcome
Contact Mary Newman, mnewman@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 134
or Stephanie Lamoreaux, slamox@aol.com, 832-222-2262
Meets first and third Mondays from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Epicentre. (Click here to view the brochure.)
Beyond Loss is a small group of women studying God’s word while offering comfort, support and fellowship to anyone that has suffered a loss in their life. The group also meets for occasional dinners out, movie nights, and ministry projects to serve others.

HopeKeepers – Chronically Ill Open to the Community – Ongoing – Walk-ins welcome
Contact Alicia Bell, abell@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 186
Meets second and fourth Saturdays from 10-12 pm in the Mansion Coffee Shop (Click here to view the brochure.)
If you or someone you know has a long-term chronic illness, or is struggling with cancer or any other disease, please consider this small group. Caregivers are welcome as well. Fear, isolation, and depression that accompany illness can weigh heavy. This group provides the loving care while turning to the ultimate physician, God. HopeKeepers uses a Bible study that keeps the focus on Christ and God’s word, while supporting the members through their trials. For more information on HopeKeepers, go to www.restministries.org.

Marriage Matters Sign up now for Fall 2008.
Open to the Community
Contact Care Pastor Cindi Lomax, clomax@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 143 for specific confidential concerns;
Jenifer Miller, jmiller@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext.177 for registration;
or Area Leaders Leonard/Rosie Barrera, rmbarrera2@comcast.net, 281-647-9257
Fall 2008 session starts second Tuesday in September. Meets Tuesdays from 7-9pm for 12 weeks in the Mansion Vista, the main white church building. Early registration recommended due to limited space. ( Click here to view the brochure.)
Marriage Matters, a group for married couples desiring God’s help in keeping their marriage in tune will use the Love and Respect series. Marriage Matters aims to:

  • Strengthen and stabilize healthy marriages
  • Heal and restore broken/hurt marriages
  • Equip engage couples for the future
  • Offer personalized mentoring, but not LPC counseling

Marriage Milestones - Marriage Matters After Care Group Contact Paula Moyer, pmoyer@whatisgrace.org, 281-392-5338 ext. 153;
Dirk/Kathy Smit, ksmit@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext.110;
Lanny/Jill Schoeling, jschoeling@comcast.net, 281-693-1234;
or Mike/Dawn Wright, dawnwright@consolidated.net, 281-392-1480.
Meets Mondays 7-9:00 pm Marriage Milestones is an after care small group following participation in Marriage Matters, studying a marriage curriculum.  Care approval needed to participate if you have not been through Marriage Matters.

Men's Fresh Start Open to the community – Ongoing – Walk-ins welcome
Contact Alicia Bell, abell@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 186
or Tim Beck, tjbeck@babcock.com, 281-693-4569
New group! More information on the way. For men who are divorced or separated, looking for fellowship with other men who who have experienced similar circumstances.

P.O.P.S. (Parents of Prodigals) – Troubled Teens Open to the Community – Ongoing – Walk-ins welcome
Contact   Jenifer Miller, jmiller@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext.177
or Dave and Cathy Ivy, david.ivy@att.net, 832-647-8432
Meets Wednesdays 7:30-9:00 pm (Click here to view the brochure.)
If you are a parent of an adolescent (age 13-25) who is behaving in destructive ways (drugs, alcohol, law breaking, intense anger, serious school discipline problems, etc), you are not alone!! Others have walked this path before you. POPS is led by parents who have experience in dealing with these issues and who can offer strength and hope to those caught in this struggle.

Recovery with Grace Open to the Community – Ongoing – Walk-ins welcome
Childcare with reservations csmith@whatisgrace.org
Contact Paula Moyer, pmoyer@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 153
Meets Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:00pm in the Children’s Education Building (Click here to view the brochure.)
12-step biblically based small group for men and women recovering from addictions. Includes the support of other men and women to maintain a life free of addictive behavior.

Someone I Love is Gay – “SILIG” Open to the Community – Ongoing
Contact Mary Newman, mnewman@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 134
or Jim Leggett, jim@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 111.
Meets twice monthly on Sunday afternoons, contact the leaders for location (Click here to view the brochure.)
Do you have a loved one in the homosexual lifestyle? This small group studies Christian literature on the subject, shares our stories, supports one another, prays for each others’ loved ones, and prays for ways that we can tangibly reach out to the homosexual community.

HIV/AIDS Ministry Past participation in Someone I Love is Gay (SILIG) is required
Contact Mary Newman, mnewman@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 134
or Darla Farris, darla_farris2602@yahoo.com.
Meets first and third Sunday of each month at 6:00 pm A small group for those who want to reach out to someone suffering from HIV/AIDS. Participation in SILIG group is a prerequisite to become equipped for this ministry.

Stephen Ministry Contact Paula Moyer, pmoyer@whatisgrace.org, 281-392-5338 ext. 153
or Rob/Carolyn Schweitzer, bulo@sbcglobal.net, 281-492-2117 (Click here to view the brochure.)
If you are experiencing difficulties in your life, a Stephen Minister can provide confidential, one-on-one care, prayer, support, and encouragement. To learn more information about the Stephen Ministry, visit www.stephenministries.org. Stephen Minister Leadership Training offered mid-September. Call leaders for more information.

Tears of Life – Abortion Recovery Open to the Community
Contact Alicia Bell, abell@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 186
or Yvonne Chumchal, tearsoflife@gmail.com, 281-346-2741
Meets Monday mornings. Contact leader for more information. (Click here to view the brochure.)
Are you still struggling with the guilt and shame of a past abortion? Please join us on for a ten week confidential Bible study on Monday mornings from 9:30-11:30, and let us walk with you as you find healing and freedom in the truth of God’s Word and start to see yourself as God sees you, fearfully and wonderfully made.

Listen to Deliver Me.

V.I.P.S. (Victorious in Pink) – Cancer Support Contact Paula Moyer, pmoyer@whatisgrace.org, 281-646-1903 ext. 153
or Karen Kennedy, kmk77777@aol.com, 281-395-4319
Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays 9:30-11:00 a.m. in the Family Care Room Small group for women presently or formerly diagnosed with cancer. Group offers emotional and spiritual support through the study of God's Word and fellowship.