Adoption Support | Meets Every Wednesday @ 6 p.m. Starting 1/16

There is no greater joy for a couple than welcoming a child into their family. For some families, adoption is a way to do just that. While the sense of love and joy for the child remains the same, adoption does present new challenges and dynamics that natural born children do not bring. This group connects adoptive parents to help them learn from each other's experience and support them through raising adopted children.

Cancer Companions | Meets Every Thursday @ 7 p.m. Starting 1/17

Whether you have it or know a loved one with it, we all have been impacted by cancer. The connections you can build in this group will help you receive the attention and coaching you will need to navigate the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

Divorce Recovery | Meets Every Thursday @ 7 p.m. Starting 4/4 | Room C224

Childcare provided at no cost.

Most people will tell you that separation and divorce are the most painful and stressful experiences they’ve ever faced. It’s a confusing time when you feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you've never faced before. Don't go through separation or divorce alone. Divorce Recovery is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life's most difficult experiences. This group is led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help you deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life.

A Seminar with Experts

During the first 30 - 40 minutes of the meeting, we will watch a video seminar featuring top experts on divorce and recovery subjects. These videos are produced in an interesting-to-watch television magazine format featuring expert interviews, real-life case studies, and on-location video.

A Group with Focus

After the video, we will spend time as a group, discussing what was presented in that week's video seminar and what is going on in the lives of our group members. For more information, contact Joan McMillin (jmcmillin@fbmaryville.org, 618.667.8221 x110)

Dynamic Marriage
Classes: Sundays, 4/7 - 5/26 | (4 - 6:30 p.m. in Rm. B253)

If you are interested in improving your marriage, please join us for the next session of Dynamic Marriage!

Cost: $150/couple (financial assistance available)

Childcare is provided free of charge.

Class Facilitators: Keith & Reka Melton

Have questions? Want to register?
Visit the Lobby Counter on Sundays, 3/3 - 3/17 or contact Joan McMillin
667-8221 x110, jmcmillin@fbmaryville.org

Grief Support | Meets Every Thursday @ 7 p.m. Starting 1/17

One of the hardest occurrences in life is the loss of a loved one; grief is a seemingly endless process. No matter what phase you are on in your grief journey, Grief Support will surround you with others who are navigating the same path and can help walk you through the healing process.

Infertility & Miscarriage | Meets Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of Every Month @ 7 p.m. Starting 2/5

Many women long for the time when they can conceive, carry, and welcome children into their lives and families. Many women learn the loss of a dream and the pain a miscarriage brings. These are unique heartaches which need a corresponding unique sense of care and support. In this group, women will meet to simply share and help other women walk the lonely path of infertility or miscarriage

Postpartum Struggles | Meets Every Wednesday @ 7 p.m. Starting 1/16

"I brought our bundle of joy home, friends brought meals, the photographer captured the image of my beautiful new family. Everything seems perfect, but why can't I stop crying?"

Postpartum depression and anxiety can ruin what is supposed to be one of the happiest chapters in life. This group will be a safe place for mothers--rookies and veterans alike--to be honest, open, and transparent with the struggles that mothering can bring. Each week will have a discussion topic, but the objective is to give each mom a chance to share and to receive encouragement.

Smart Step-Families | Meets Every 2nd and 3rd Thursday @ 7 p.m. Starting 1/17

Combining families along with step-parenting can be an exciting phase of life as we gain new loved ones. Yet this process can also create new difficulties and dynamics. Through this group, parents can gather and share their experience and hurts while learning from others experiencing many of the same emotions.

Parents of Special Needs Children | Meets the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month Starting 4/9 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

This group provides the opportunity for parents to connect with and support one another along the unique journey of raising and caring for special needs children. Childcare will be provided free of charge for all children, especially those with special needs. Please RSVP if you will be needing childcare: Joan McMillin (667.8221 x110 or email jmcmillin@fbmaryville.org).