Greentree Community Church

CARES groups provide a safe and supportive community to confidentially encourage us as we explore the complexities of life and relationships. 

How to Love and Honor Your Aging Parent
Mondays, September 20 - November 8

An eight-week small group that would be helpful for anyone who is or will be called upon to care for an aging elder.  When see caregiving from a perspective of faith, caregiving becomes a triangle of love between God, you and your aging elder.  Leader is Linda DeSmet, MA Gerontology.  For questions or to register call Diana at 314.909.9197 or email .

Finance and Budget

Financial Coaches are always available to meet one-on-one with you to confidentially assist you with tools to help you reach the joy of financial freedom.  Call Diana at 314.909.9197 or email (pre-workshop work) 

Man to Man
Tuesdays, September 14 - November 16

This study will explore family of origin, emotions, conflict, sexuality and forgiveness. Meets on Tuesdays from 7-9pm beginning September 14 for 10 weeks.  Call Diana at 314.909.9197 or email  with questions or to register.

Man to Man Brochure and Application

Woman to Woman

We will explore family dynamics, coping strategies, denial and anger, overcoming co-dependency, sexuality and intimacy, forgiveness and letting go.  Call Diana at 314.909.9197 or email with questions.

Woman to Woman Brochure and Application

Divorce Care
Begins November 8 - January 31

Separation and divorce are painful and confusing and among life's most painful experiences.  This support group explores the path to healing and wholeness with the help and encouragement of others as you restore balance to your life and relationships.  Men and women are invited to this series whether newly separated or divorced for many years.  To read more about the DivorceCare program, please click the link below.  Contact Diana at 314.909.9197 or for information and to register. 

www.divorcecare.org

DC4K - Divorce Care 4 Kids
November 8 - January 31

Greentree Church is excited to begin offering Divorce Care 4 Kids alongside our Adult Divorce Care Group.  Children experiencing divorce often feel alone and helpless. Your children may feel scared, sad and confused.  They may hide their feelings from you because they are worried about your happiness or because they do not know how to express their feelings appropriately.  DC4K is a special group to help your children heal from the pain caused by a separation or divorce.  DC4K provides your children with a safe and neutral place to recognize and learn to share their feelings.  For 13 weeks your children become involved in a fun, caring group which coincides with the Adult Divorce Care Group.  The weekly session topics help your children learn that God’s love strengthens them and helps them turn their sadness to hope and their anger to joy.  Contact Diana at 314.909.9197 or for information and to register.  If you would like to volunteer to assist with this program, please contact Diana.

GriefShare
Sundays, June 13 - September 5

GriefShare is a Biblically based weekly seminar/support group for people grieving the death of someone close.  It's a place where you can be with people who understand how you feel in the pain of your loss.  At GriefShare, you will learn valuable information that will help you through this difficult time in your life.  Each session includes a video seminar and group discussion.  A workbook assists with note-taking, journaling, and grief study.  The videos feature experts on grief recovery and real life stories of people that have experienced loss in their lives.  EACH MEETING IS SELF-CONTAINED SO THAT YOU MAY START AT ANYTIME.  THE SESSIONS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO ALL. 

Greentree Community Church partners with three other churches making GriefShare available throughout the year.  To read more about the GriefShare program, please click the following link:  www.griefshare.org.  

The current GriefShare Group meets at Bonhomme Presbyterian Church located at 14820 Conway Road, Chesterfield, MO  63017 on Sundays from June 13 - September 5 from 2 - 4pm.  Please contact Clair Allyn at 636.537.3658 or Sandy McKay at 636.227.1109 with questions or to register.

The next rotation of GriefShare Group will meet at Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian Church located at 12928 Ladue Road, Creve Coeur, MO  63141, on Thursdays, 7-9pm, beginning September 9 - December 9 in Room 213.  For information or to register, call Rev. Mike Kennison at 314.434.0753.

GriefShare at Greentree Community Church will begin on Thursdays, December 16 - March 24, 2011, 7-9pm at the Church Office.  For information or to register, contact Diana at 314.909.9197 or .

Cancer Conquerors

GTCC is partnering with The Wellness Community, a national, non-profit organization that provides suppport, education and hope to both cancer patients and their loved ones.  We will supplement their programs through access to our various CARES Ministries and provide support to those within our community struggling with the immediate and long term effects of a cancer diagnosis. Please contact Diana for further information at 314.909.9197 or .

Shepherd Training
Sundays, September 26 - November 7

A CARES Ministry Shepherd receives training in group dynamics and leadership while remaining sensitive to the guidance of the Holy Spirit.  He or she learns how to keep the group moving towards healing.  For information, contact Anton Hoffmann at 314.909.9197 or .

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