Care & Support
One of the most important things we want to offer one another is the assurance that we are not alone as we face life's trials. BUMC's ministries of care and support offer that assurance.
One of the most important things we want to offer one another is the assurance that we are not alone as we face life's trials. BUMC's ministries of care and support offer that assurance.
Stephen Ministry
Pastors will always be on the front lines of care, especially during times of crisis. But there are many more needs for ongoing, one-to-one care than pastors can effectively meet. Stephen Ministry provides trained lay people to support and extend the care that pastors provide. Stephen Ministers reach out with God's love and a listening ear to people who are experiencing all kinds of needs and circumstances, such as grief, divorce or other relationship issues, or personal crisis. This ministry is available to people in the community, as well as to those in our congregation. If you'd like to know more, contact Brenda Trask.
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DivorceCare
Wednesdays
7:00-9:00pm Begins August 22 For those who are separated, newly divorced, or working on divorce-related issues. DivorceCare is a 13-week video and discussion-based program. You may join at any time. Bob Youmans Lauri Rohn lead. Contact the church office for current session information. (For additional information about the program, visit the DivorceCare web site.) Childcare is provided. Leaders: Bob Youmans & Lauri Rohn |
Prayer Shawl
Tuesdays, 7:30-9:00pm
Shawls are made and dedicated as symbols of God's comfort, in the midst of warm fellowship. Louise Gunderson coordinates. |
Advanced Divorce Recovery
Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00pm
Begins August 22 For those who have completed the DivorceCare program, and wish to continue exploration of divorce-related subjects in a supportive group environment. The fall/winter book discussion is based on Rebuilding When Your Love Relationship Ends, by Bruce Fisher. Beginning in January, the group will focus on the book Boundaries by Henry Cloud & John Townsend. Leader: Cheryl Guyton Contact the church office for current session information. Childcare is provided. Small group runs through April. |










