Support Groups at First Baptist Raytown are designed to support, love, encourage, and provide resources for hurting people as well as those who have already walked through struggles. Our groups are filled with people who care and know firsthand that God has a plan for all of us. Through these groups you will find a safe, confidential place to share your heart, build relationships, with people who can relate to what you are dealing with, resources that provide answers to some of your challenges and, through God’s word, find the reassurance that He is faithful to restore and renew your life. Currently, we are offering the following support groups:

Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a life-changing ministry for individuals seeking freedom from addictive, compulsive and dysfunctional behaviors.

Bring your hurts, habits and hang-ups! We are currently addressing men's and women's chemical dependency, codependency, sexual addiction, and offering support for spouses of the sexually addicted.

Following the open share group meetings, we have a coffee and fellowship time. Come experience God's healing power and freedom with others going through a Christ-centered recovery. Celebrate Recovery meets on Fridays at 7:00 p.m. in B-301. Childcare is available by reservation only.

Marriage on the Rock
Marriage on the Rock is a marriage mentoring program for couples who are considering engagement, marriage, or who are recently married and experiencing difficulties. Marriage on the Rock provides a point of contact and a source of wise counsel for those desiring to have a marriage that is based on biblical principles. You can get started in Marriage on the Rock by calling us at 816-353-1994.

JobLinks
JobLinks is a ministry of First Baptist Raytown for those needing job search assistance, prayer, and support during unemployment. JobLinks meets on the second Monday of each month in the Fellowship Hall. Tips on writing a good resume and effectively presenting your skills in an interview are available to participants.To receive an information packet or to be contacted by a JobLinks mentor, call 816-353-1994.

Hope Network
The mission of the Hope Network is, under the leadership of Christ, to reach out in love to those in the community who need hope by providing food, shelter, clothing and medical assistance through a network of local resources. For more information about Hope Network, call Janet Lowe at 816-778-1105 or visit www.hopeforraytown.com.

DivorceCare
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. But you don’t have to go through it alone. Greg and Becky McNown will lead DivorceCare on Sunday evenings from 5:00-6:30 p.m. in room B-310-312 beginning Sunday, January 8. DivorceCare is a video, discussion, and support-based group. Through videos you will hear from top experts on divorce and recovery subjects, and through discussion you will get the support you need.
Childcare is available during DivorceCare, but your children may also attend Preschool Praise’ntations or WaM Choirs. The class is free, but there is a workbook available for $10. You may purchase the workbook the first day of class.

GriefShare
GriefShare meets the first and third Tuesdays each month beginning Tuesday, March 6 in room A-108 at 7:00 p.m. GriefShare will be led by Chris Reed and Nadine Kenney, who will be joined by facilitators Sherry Meredith and Cheryl McCunniff. The class is free, but there is a workbook available for $15. Childcare is available.