CARE & SUPPORT

DEACONS

The Deacons are a group of men and women nominated, elected and appointed by Central members. Our main calling is to reach out to people in Central’s congregation who are in challenging circumstances, and offer help in assessing their needs and working together to find solutions. Our purpose is to show God’s love and mercy by trying to help people out of difficult circumstances and to be facilitators of the work God is doing in their lives and through the congregation. We offer a ‘cold up of water’ in the name of Jesus Christ. (Matt. 10:42) How can we help you? Church members and regular attendees can receive help in many ways. Here are a few examples: home communion visits and prayer during a hospital stay or while homebound meals delivered for a limited period of time limited financial assistance prayer, spiritual guidance and accountability transportation assistance networking assistance with other support services and organizations support to those who are reaching out to others in challenging circumstances There are several ways you can get in touch with the Deacons if you need assistance: call the church office (M-F 9am-5pm) 410-823-6145 and let them know you need deacon assistance talk with a deacon on Sunday morning at the Connection Central Desk between services send an e-mail to the diaconate at deacons@centralpc.org

DivorceCare

This is a 13-week series of help and healing for those hurting from divorce or separation. Led by members who have experienced divorce, DivorceCare is a place you can find help and understanding. contact Lori Anderson, lander60@gmail.com, or the church office 410-823-6145.

Prayer Ministry

Prayer is a vital part of ministry at Central and happens at many times, in many places. Whether it is through our Sunday Prayer Ministry Teams, home Prayer Altars, prayer meetings or healing prayer, we strive to support the whole of what we do through prayer. In addition we have a Phone Prayer Chain, an E-Prayer Chain, a Prayer Ministry following every worship service and groups that meet at specific times for prayer. For more information on these or other efforts, or to share a prayer request, contact the Church Office, 410-823-6145.

Road To Victory

This is a 12-step, Christ-centered recovery program to help those struggling with addictions and habitual sin. Come join us for an effective, life-changing encounter with God as we seek recovery together. The group meets Tuesdays at 7 pm. For more information contact: Jack Weber, jack@uptownpress.com, 410-824-3368.