2nd & 4th Monday of each month  |  3:00-9:00pm  |  Bldg B, Rm 101/102

This ministry features a group of volunteers who create special quilts for people in critical need of prayer. Thread is used to take stitches through the quilt layers and the ends are left free to be tied in a knot. As each knot is tied, a prayer is offered for someone in need; then, the quilt is given to that person. Each week, there are prayer quilts awaiting your prayers at the Sew Blessed table following Sunday services. Please stop by the tables so that we are able to quickly get quilts to their recipients.

Wednesdays | Jul 10 – Aug 28 | 7-8:30PM | Bldg B, Conf Rm

Empty Arms is a support group for parents who have suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth, or loss of a baby. This is an 8-week study led by parents who have experienced a similar tragedy. The group provides a safe, understanding, and loving environment in which to work through grief and discover hope and comfort in Jesus. If you are interested in our next session or if you have any questions, contact Empty Arms.

2nd Tuesday of every month | 7:00pm | Bldg B, Rm 103

Are you a cancer survivor? currently being treated for cancer? a family member or caregiver of someone with cancer? We meet to provide support, encouragement, and relevant resources. Our cancer support group meets the second Tuesday of every month. If you’d like to join us or even stop by just to see what this support group is all about, please feel free to do so. If you are interested in our next session or have questions, contact Care Pastor Jim Lewis.

Support for Families with Special Needs Children

2nd Sunday of every month | 1:30pm | Bldg B, Rm 104 | Childcare is available for $3 per child or $5 per family

We are a Christian support group for families with special needs children. Our goal is to provide relevant information, skills, encouragement, and fun. Find support from God as well as other families who have children with special needs. We meet the second Sunday of every month. Everyone (18 years and up) is welcome. If you are interested in our next session or have questions, contact Special Needs Life.

Next Session: To Be Announced

If you are grieving the death of someone close to you, it may be hard to be optimistic about today, let alone the future. At GriefShare, we understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time. GriefShare is a 14-week session of video workshops and discussion, open to anyone 18 and over.

The materials cost of $25 covers your workbook and devotional book. The session is free to past participants who have a workbook and devotional book.

If you are interested in our next session or have any questions, contact Care Pastor Jim Lewis.

Sessions start twice per year

This is a biblically based, 12-step recovery support group for men and women needing help to overcome personal addictions, compulsions, or habits. The group includes Bible study, group discussion, supportive resources, and prayer. Sessions start twice a year. If you are interested in Recovery IHC or have any questions, contact Care Pastor Jim Lewis.

Tuesdays | Apr 30 – Jul 23 | 7-9PM | Bldg B, Rm 104 | $15

Divorced? Separated? Know of someone who is? It doesn’t have to be a journey you take alone. Find help, hope, and healing with others who understand the pain that divorce or separation can cause. Join us and learn how to deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. DivorceCare is a 13-week session of video curriculum that includes small group discussion. We meet every Tuesday.

The materials cost of $15 includes your workbook. (DivorceCare is free to returning participants who have the latest 2013 workbook.) DivorceCare is not limited to IHC attenders. Everyone is welcome. If the cost of DivorceCare is an issue, please contact Sharon Quezada.

Mental Health Support

3rd Tuesday of every month | 6:45pm | Bldg B, Rm 103

For people who love someone with a mental illness, Circles of Hope provides support, skills, and education in a faith-based environment. Together with God, we will find hope and empower each other along this journey. When we gather in a safe place and share our struggles, we lighten each other’s burdens. Anyone (16 years and up) with an affected loved one is welcome. Registration is not required. We hope to see you. “We have (God’s) hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.” Hebrews 6:19 If you are interested in our next session or have questions, contact Circles of Hope.

2nd Thursday of every month | 6:00pm | Bldg B, Rm 104

This group is for women of any age who deal with chronic pain. Hurting is never pleasant, but it can discourage us when it won’t go away. Led by women who themselves suffer from chronic pain, this support group gathers to share relevant info, practical help, and tangible hope that God will bring blessing out of ailments. Experience in-depth conversation that isn’t with a doctor, and form new relationships that allow you to persevere together with grace. If you are interested in our next session or have questions, contact Women’s Chronic Pain Support.

Family Connections is designed for family members with a relative who has either BPD or Emotional Dysregulation. This 12-week course will provide education on BPD, skills training, and helps families to develop a support network. This class will be led by trained volunteers who have experience loving someone with Borderline Personality Disorder. If you are interested in our next session or have questions, contact Family Connections.