SUPPORT GROUPS
If you would like to see a Christian mental health professional/counselor please contact our Care team at care@westgatechurch.org.
MENTAL HEALTH GRACE GROUP
Begin Your Personal Mental Strength Journey
Meets on Saturdays, 8:30 am - 10:00 am for 16 weeks
Through a 16-week curriculum called Living Grace, you can reduce symptoms of personal mental health difficulties and disorders while renewing your life and faith. Living Grace provides an introductory experience for mental health wellness and resilience through a whole-health approach based on science and faith.
This group is intended for adults (18+) who struggle to overcome intense emotions associated with mental health difficulties and disorders. This is not therapy, and it is led by a peer facilitator. It is built on an evidence-based model that facilitates discussion around lived experience within the context of Christianity.
To learn more or register, please visit https://kcolife.us/services .
For questions, please email Kristin Colino at kcolino@divinelyinspired.us
FAMILIES OF VISION
A support group for family members OF LOVED ONES WITH mental HEALTH CHALLENGES
Navigating the journey with a family member with a mental illness is not an easy job. This can lead to discouragement and hopelessness. However, there is Hope in God and encouragement from those with shared experience!
“Families of Vision” is led by NAMI-trained facilitators with lived experience. Along with Bible scripture, we use NAMI’s Principles of Support to guide our discussions. We meet on the third Sunday of every month between 1:30-3:30 pm. We truly believe that when we are comforted by God, we will be able to comfort others.
If interested in learning more contact Diane at tallring@cs.com for more information. To sign up to attend, click this link to get the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/pov-rsvp
women’s cancer support group
Welcome to our Women's Cancer Support Group, where women come together to share their journeys and offer mutual strength. Here, we foster deep connections in a safe and compassionate space. Join us to find hope and resilience in each other's company.
To find out more or to join this group email us at: cancersupportgroup@westgatechurch.org.
LGBTQ+ Parent Support Group
A support group for parents with LGBTQ+ children
One of our most-requested resources at WestGate Church is support for Christian parents to help them navigate the journey of raising and walking alongside their LGBTQ child. This support group, led and moderated by teaching pastor David Tieche, is a safe space where we’ll gather to learn practical ways we can continue to connect with our kids (no matter how old they are) and help our kids as they carry unique burdens and concerns.
This group is also a gift because it’s filled with parents of LGBTW kids who just “get it” and can support you as a parent. And of course, we’ll take time to pray for our kids and for each other, bringing God into the most important ministry He’s given us - our kids.
For more information, please email us at ParentSupport@westgatechurch.org.
Warrior Men's Group
A support group for men seeking purity
If you are a man struggling with sexual brokenness, you are not alone. The Warrior Movement at Westgate comes alongside men who are not experiencing God’s best for their lives, providing encouragement and support toward healing and victory over sexual sin. We also seek to inspire growth in the following areas:
Faith
Family
Finances
Fellowship
For more information, please email us at warriormen@westgatechurch.org.
JOURNEY GROUP
A support group for women navigating sex-related betrayal
Journey is a community of women who have all experienced betrayal and loss as a result of their spouses’ struggle with sexual sin. Learn how to set boundaries that guard your heart, thoughts, and behaviors, and allow God to use authentic relationships to heal and transform you from the inside out. Journey's core curriculum addresses relevant issues helping women reconnect with God in a daily devotion. Journey is about relationships with God and other believers who help women walk through this life with grace and truth, no matter what choices their spouses may make along the way.
To find out more or to join this group email us at:
journey@westgatechurch.org
HOPE GROUP
A support group for adult female survivors of childhood sexual abuse
Are you a woman who experienced sexual abuse in your childhood? You’re not alone! Come and engage in the healing process with a facilitator and a safe environment. Please be advised this is a support group, not group therapy, and is intended only for adult women who have personally experienced childhood sexual abuse.
The next group will begin in October.
If you have questions or inquiries, please feel free to email the group facilitator, Rebecca Miller, at hopegroup@westgatechurch.org
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
A support group for anyone working through repeated patterns and habits
Celebrate Recovery is a Biblical based program that helps you learn to overcome hurts and habits. It is modeled around the teachings of Jesus and offers a way for you experience Jesus’ healing power.
To find a group near you, visit Celebrate Recovery
REAL OPTIONS
Resources related to women care
Real Options Obria Medical Clinics are recommended by WestGate. Many women and men who are post-abortive suffer from symptoms of grief, loss, shame and trauma. If you have never completely healed or recovered from an abortion experience, or a past abortion may be affecting the quality of your life, find comfort in the reassurance of God’s love and acceptance.
Visit RealOptions or call 408-837-0990 for more information
RELATIONSHIPS AND PERSONAL GROWTH GROUP
This is a weekly information/support group for anyone dealing with marriage struggles, separation, divorce, and challenges in any type of relationships who want to have personal growth. Our meetings take place during selected parts of the year on Tuesday evenings via Zoom at 6pm.
During meetings we first view a video or hear from a live expert on some topic related to the divorce/separation/loss experience or personal growth. Then we have supportive, confidential discussions to reflect on what we've learned, applying it to our lives. Get more information here or contact Cathy
grief share support GROUP
Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one
A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. In this 13-week group, you’ll receive valuable guidance and tips, leading you to relief, comfort, and peace of mind.
For more information, please email us at care@westgatechurch.org.