Fresh Start Divorce Recovery
The Fresh Start divorce recovery program offers an environment in which people can deal openly and honestly with the issues that come with the end of a marriage. Topics include: self-esteem, discouragement, anger, children and divorce, coping with an ex-spouse, and letting go of the past.
The Fall 2024 class is underway. The next session will meet on Wednesdays, January 8-March 5, 2025 (excluding February 19), from 6:15–7:30pm in the Salmon Room.
Registration is required (fee of $30). Childcare will be available for children up to 5th grade.
Please email Janet Jorgensen with questions.
Surviving the Holidays
The Caring Ministry will offer a one-night GriefShare seminar on Wednesday, November 20, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in room B101 for anyone struggling with the holiday season due to a recent death. “Surviving the Holidays” will provide valuable strategies for navigating the upcoming season, featuring meaningful ways to honor your loved one and create new traditions. The cost for the seminar is $7, payable in cash or by check the night of the event.
Please contact Donna Sanders at or 901-531-6169 to let us know you’re coming.
GriefShare
GriefShare is offered to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. Its resources help as you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life with a “new normal." A team of men and women from Second Presbyterian Church facilitate the group.
The next group will meet on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30pm, January 8–April 9, in B101.
A $25 per person fee is required to cover materials (payable by check or cash at the first session). To attend, please contact Donna Sanders via email at donna.sanders@2pc.org or via phone at 901-531-6169. Please also contact Donna if you'd like to scholarship a participant.
There is also a group available for women who have lost their husbands within the past year, that meets May–July. For more information, please contact Donna Sanders at 901-531-6169.
Caregivers Support
Second desires to provide a platform for support of our members who are caring for aging or sick family members, or special needs loved ones.
Some are caring within the home, some overseeing care in an institutional setting, some providing support to loved ones out of town. Some are sons or daughters, some spouses, some parents, some nieces or nephews, etc. Whatever the situation, there are many stresses for the individuals involved.
If you would like to share concerns, exchange ideas and experiences, we encourage you to email donna.sanders@2pc.org or call (901) 531-6169 we will set up a time for a personalized consultation with a seasoned caregiver who also has professional training to support caregivers.
For caregivers of those with special needs, we offer respite nights throughout the year, which create a space for individuals with special needs to spend time in community, while giving caretakers and parents a time to rest! Visit the Shine Ministry page or contact our Coordinator of Shine Ministry, Audrey Hamm, at .
Parent & Student Support
Parents, if your child/student could benefit from additional support adjusting to a church event or Sunday School setting, please contact our Student Support Coordinator, Audrey Hamm, at .