Understanding and Reducing Depression: an educational class for those who think they may have depression, who feel moderately depressed themselves, their friends and family members who want to understand and support a person with depression. It is not therapy or a substitute for therapy. Call the Family Life Center at 931-5777 for information about the when the next group begins. Request More Info.

Job Search Support Group
For those coping with downsizing, or looking to return to the job market. Facilitated by Denise Swearingen, with assistance from career consultants Dana Glasgo and Phyllis Martin.The next session of the Job Search Group begins Monday, March 31 from 1:30-3:00 P.M. Call 931-5777 to register or click here to download a brochure about this group. Request More Info.

Single Parent Support Group
This group meets on the second Wednesday of the month, at the Family Life Center from 7:00-8:30 P.M. An educational support group to share information and strategies for dealing with the particular issues facing single parents. Whether divorced, widowed or never married, single parents share common concerns and can learn from the experiences of others. Click here to download a brochure about this group.Call 931-5777 for additional information. Request More Info.

Preparing for Marriage Course
Any couple preparing to marry can experience a sharing relationship with an already married mentor couple and other couples about to be married. Discussion will center around issues crucial to a successful marriage. Those entering marriage for the first time as well as those who have been married before are welcome. You do not need to be getting married at Northminster to participate. Request More Info.

Grief Support Group
Brings together people who share the loss of a loved one, to get help and gain an understanding of the grieving process. Call Flo at 931-5777 to see when the next group starts. Request More Info

Lose it for Life!
There are many variables that affect weight loss, and these variables are as different as we are. This 10-week workshop, based on the book by Steve Arterburn, will help you create and work a personal plan to maintain your weight-management lifestyle. Led by Karen Dirr, Ann Eismeier and Diane Siegel, you'll learn to deal with the issues at the core of your spiritual and emotional life that have kept you from losing weight and keeping it off. More important than the weight, you'll find transformation on the inside! Each participant receives his/her own FREE workbook and journal to keep track of progress. FREE babysitting with advanced reservations. The next class will begin Sunday, March 2 from 3:00-4:30 P.M. Pre-registraion is required, call 931-5777. Click here to download a brochure about this group. Request More Info.

MOPS - Mothers of Pre-Schoolers
(This program is offered in the Main Church Building in Founders' Hall.) An educational and support group for mothers with caring activities for their children. (MOPPETS) from infancy to 5 years old, while moms are in the meeting. This year's theme is "The Home Factor: Begin here, go there" First Thursday of every month, 9:15-11:30 A.M. September-May. Other activities (Sanity Nite, Book Study, play group) organized for MOPS moms and kids. Request More Info.

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Caregivers' Group
Who is a caregiver? You are a caregiver, if you provide or supervise care that helps a person who is frail, elderly or disabled. It can be both physically and emotionally demanding. One source of support is our educational support group for all caregivers. Meet others who share your experience, learn to care for yourself as well! Meets the first Sunday of every month, 4:00-5:30 PM. in the Family Life Center. Call 931-5777 for additional information. Click here to download a brochure about this group. Request More Info.

Cancer Support Group
For those with cancer, recovering from cancer and survivors of cancer. This group meets the second Sunday of the month from 2:00-3:30 P.M. Call the Family Life Center at 931-5777 for information. Request More Info.

Diabetic Support Group
This group will cover material through book review, hand-outs and in small group discussion. The experience of group members contributes to the learning process. This group is designed around your concerns.The Diabetic Support Group meets the second Wednesday of the month from l:30-3:00 PM.except during July and August.Click here to download a brochure about this group.Request More Info.

Boundaries with Kids
Based on the book by Henry Cloud and John Townsend. Participants receive a FREE workbook to record their learnings. Free child care so parents can attend as a couple (recommended, but not required). Call 931-5777 for information. Taught by Bobby Emig and Jane Whalen. Call 931-5777 to find out when the next session will be or click here to download a brochure about this group.Request More Info.

Boundaries in Marriage
Using the book and video series by Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend. Instructors are married folks with years of experience. Small group discussion with other couples whose marriages are about the same length as yours. Participant issues are addressed during class and group discussion. All sharing is confidential. Each participant receives a FREE workbook to keep notes and follow along with the video. Text books can be borrowed from the FLC library. FREE child care. Request More Info.

Holistic Health & Wellness
New in 2008! This five-week group will offer self-care techniques through Tai Chi Healing Touch, and assorted other practices that draw from the wisdom of today and of the ancients. Participants should wear comfortable clothing for gentle movement. This group starts Thursday, April 3 and run thru May 1 from 7:00-8:30 P.M. at the Family Life Center. Call Diane Kinsella at 931-0243 to register or for additional information or click here to download a brochure about this group.. .Request More Info.

Divorce Support Group
The divorce process leads to many strong feelings, including isolation, anger, depression and confusion. This group will help participants understand what they’re going through, get support from others in similar circumstances and give them tools for readjusting their life. Jim Smoke’s book, Growing Through Divorce, is used as a study guide. Call the Family Life Center to find out when the next session will start. Request More Info.

Fourth Friday Single Mingle
Come and enjoy an evening of playing game or catching up with old friends or meet some new friends. Bring your own drinks and a snack to share. Have questions or need more information about upcoming Single Mingle activities, call Susan Holmes at the church (931-0243) or email her at sholmes@nmpchurch.org.

Join us for Northminster Singles' "Just for Dessert" Night on Saturday, April 12 from 8:00-11:00 P.M. in Fellowship Commons. Bring a dessert to share and enjoy the evening sampling desserts and mingling with other singles. A Coffee Bar will be set up along with other refreshments.

Stepfamily Couple to Couple Mentoring
Whether you call it a “stepfamily,” a “blended family,” or a “merging family,” there are common issues we all face. Mentors provide education and personal support to cope with the emotions and tasks of becoming a new, “normal” family, however you define it for yourselves. Sharing stories, sources of self-esteem, balancing parenting and working. Call Carolyn and Tom Gougeon, 522-4973. Request More Info.

VITA - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
Computerized programs allow helpers to file your taxes online and get quicker refunds. This program starts up Wednesday, January 30 and is available every Wednesday from 12:00-4:30 P.M. (The last Wednesday will be April 9.) . No reservations needed, first come, first served. Call the church at 931-0243 to find out what you need to bring.

Sermon Tape Ministry
Team members will copy the tapes and deliver or mail to your relative who is unable to attend services. CD's are now available of the traditional service.Call the church (931-0243) to order the tapes or CD's. Request More Info.