Care Ministry
Have a need?
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Care Moms
Expectant mothers in our congregation can receive support, connection, and postpartum help from our Care Moms! Our team will connect you with a Care Mom to provide support at your comfort level as you navigate your pregnancy and prepare for the gift of new life! Please contact Amanda McDonald for more information about Care Moms.
Contact: Amanda McDonald, 636-577-3515
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Homebound
The goal of our Homebound Team is to serve our valued members who are unable to leave their home independently to attend services and remain connected to our community by regularly calling or visiting. If you or a loved one are seeking connection with our Kirk community due to your/their homebound status, please contact the Homebound Team.
Contact: carrie.spencer@thekirk.org
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Caregiver Co-op
Caring for a parent, sibling, or spouse with dementia can be an emotionally and physically taxing undertaking. While each caregiver’s experience will vary, the Caregiver Support Team strives to support the caregivers in our community by providing opportunities for facilitated peer discussions in a support group, practical resources, and training from local organizations that could aid in caring for your loved one, all the while, resting in the truth and hope of the gospel of Jesus.
*Caregivers of an aging/chronically ill loved one are welcome
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Meal Team
There may come a time when you or your family are in need of support from friends at the church who bless people with meals. This could be after a baby is born, a hospitalization, or during a period of bereavement after a loved one’s funeral. The Kirk’s Meal Team is prepared to support our members in their time of need by providing meals for a period of time. Contact Carrie Spencer at carrie.spencer@thekirk.org
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Prayer Warriors
Our prayer warriors are ready to lift you in prayer! This group consists of women who meet together monthly to pray over the needs of our community, missionaries, and members. If you have a request for prayer support from our Prayer Warriors, please contact Ellen Henderson at eimboilers@gmail.com
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Hospital, Illness, or Convalescence Care
After a procedure, prolonged illness, or during a recovery period at home, our team of elders, pastors, and Kirk members would love to come spend time with you and pray. Please reach out to Carrie Spencer to coordinate a visit at the hospital or in your home at carrie.spencer@thekirk.org
Partner Resources
FirstLight: FirstLight is a St. Louis-based ministry that takes a holistic approach in their pursuit of healing from and reconciliation after experiencing sexual brokenness for men, women, and/or their spouses. They offer discipleship focused support groups and clinical services for individuals or their spouses. If you would like to learn more about FirstLight, contact their office at 314-749-4937 or check out their website at www.firstlightstlouis.org
GriefShare has helped many people throughout the country who have suffered the loss of a spouse, family member, or friend. This biblically-focused program provides support and encouragement and each group is led by people who have experienced grief themselves. The fall session of Grief Share will be hosted at Central Pres. and starts September 18, 2024
If you have any questions about GriefShare in general or the specific session being offered at Central, please feel free to reach out to Carrie Spencer at carrie.spencer@thekirk.org or check out the link below.