Congregational Support Groups
Congregational care at First United Methodist Church, Richardson facilitates wholeness of body, mind, spirit and relationships of all persons committed to our care.
All Caring Ministry support groups and classes at First United Methodist Church are open to the community. Please call the church office to verify meeting dates and times before visiting.
Grief Recovery
Cancer/Caregiver Support Group
Divorce Recovery Course
Divorce Support Group
Employment Transition Ministry (ETM)
Career Jump Start
Single Parents Action Network (SPAN)
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPs)
Stephen Ministers
Grief Recovery
This 4-session seminar, Help for Hurting Hearts, is offered regularly for those experiencing grief. This course offers practical information about the grief journey, including coping techniques, theories on grief and the opportunity to share about your loved one. Contact Rev. Ken Shamblin at 972.996.0136 for more information.
Cancer/Caregiver Support Group
Have you or a loved one been touched by cancer? Caring for someone with cancer? If so, join us on the 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 P.M. in room 204. We share our life journeys in a warm, supportive and positive environment. Book studies, health-care community speakers and current cancer-related literature empower participants to face the future with hope and the knowledge that we are not alone. Contact Brenda Duckett or 972.235.9416.
Divorce Recovery Course
The Divorce Recovery course is offered twice a year for those experiencing separation or divorce. For more information, contact Rev. Marilyn Dickson at 972.996.0111.
Divorce Support Group
Divorce Support Group meets the third Tuesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 P.M. in Room 209. Call Rev. Marilyn Dickson or 972.996.0111 for information.
Employment Transition Ministry (ETM)
Employment Transition Ministry (ETM) offers support, resources, fellowship and guidance to those experiencing joblessness or the desire to return to the workforce after unemployment. ETM's goal is to reduce the anxiety and stress of a job loss by providing a spirit filled support group offering skills training, networking, encouragement and hope, along with spiritual and emotional support. Stop by and experience the hope and help that we offer. Come visit us every Sunday at 11:00 A.M. in Room 209. Contact Todd Watson.
Career Jump Start
Career Jump Start meets each Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. in Fellowship Hall or Room 2A. This group guides job seekers through the job search process, offering informative, motivational speakers; providing networking opportunities; and helping members use their God-given talents to become contributing community members. There is no charge to participate. For information and job postings, join the Career Jump-Start Yahoo Group. Note: indicate CJS in your email. For information, contact the church office at 972.235.8385.
Single Parents Action Network (SPAN)
SPAN (Single Action Network) provides helpful and supportive programs on a monthly basis that suggest additional resources for dealing with what life deals you as a single parent. We serve a hot dinner meal with fellowship with other adults, activities for the kids, and often items to take home that will help you make it through the next several days. We meet the third Monday of each month at 6:00 P.M. in the Family Life Center gym. Visit the SPAN page for more information. For dinner reservations, contact Sue Hardin or 972.562.8128. For childcare reservations, call the Children's Ministries Office at 972.996.0120.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPs)
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPs) is a national program that helps moms support moms. Join us in meeting other Christian woman and growing as a mother. Contact Allyson George or 972.996.0121 for more information. MOPs meets twice a month on Mondays from 9:15 a.m. to 11:45 A.M. in the Family Life Center. Childcare is first come, first serve. To keep childcare costs minimal, we ask all members to help with childcare occasionally. Dues are $65 per semester.
Stephen Ministers
Stephen Ministers are lay caregivers trained to provide confidential, distinctively Christian one-to-one care to those in need, both in our congregation and community. Contact Rev. Ken Shamblin at 972.996.0136 for information or follow this link.