Caring Ministries
Members and non-members are welcome to participate. For information on any of these programs, contact Rev. Jim McPhail at 713/468-8356.
Alzheimer's Care & Support
Provides a ministry of comfort to patients and caregivers. Alzheimer's patients participate in a variety of activities at a Gathering held monthly. Respite care for Alzheimer's patients is provided during support group meetings for their caregivers. The support group meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Blood Donor Program
The Blood Donor program coordinates quarterly congregational blood drives to provide the gift of life. Each donation saves 3 lives.
Career Assistance Ministry or CAM
CAM meets every Mon. at 9:00 a.m. in Room D220. Participants are made aware of key job search events and have the opportunity to improve job search skills and resources, promote networking, identify and circulate job leads and search tips, and receive spiritual and caring support. Being part of this group enables participants to address issues, concerns, strategies, or tactics as they develop. For more information, contact Tom Bray at
tjbray@sbcglobal.net.
Caring Prayer
Prayer requests are received by the church office and are forwarded to this group of more than 50 members, who have agreed to remember and lift these person or situations in their prayers.
Chronic Pain & Illness Support Group
This group meets on Thursdays at 4:00-5:30 p.m. at the Connection Center in CC462. There is a $10 charge for the workbook entitled "Beyond Chronic Pain: A Get-Well Guidebook to Soothe the Body, Mind & Spirit." The group focuses on prayer, meditation, information, and peer support, for those who are struggling with chronic pain and illness. For more information, contact Franklin Olson at
franklinsolson@mdumc.org or Sheri Kelley at
sherikelley@mdumc.org.
DivorceCare
This program is for persons going through separation or divorce, with discussions on emotions, childcare, financial issues, forgiveness, new relationships and more. A new series begins May 27, 2010. Contact Sheri Kelley at
sherikelley@mdumc.org or 713-468-8356, ext. 119.
Family & Friends of Gays & Lesbians This is a support group for parents, siblings or others with a relationship with loved ones who have declared their homosexuality. Contact Norma Graves at
lexford10@aol.com or Sheri Kelley at
sherikelley@mdumc.org or 713-468-8356, ext. 119.
Funeral Guild
Trained lay persons serve in a hosting and welcoming role during funerals and memorial services.
Grief Share
This program is designed for those who are grieving the death of a loved one and provides the opportunities for participants to share with and support others experiencing similar emotions and life changes. A new series begins May 27, 2010. Contact Sheri Kelley at
sherikelley@mdumc.org or 713-468-8356, ext. 119.
Hummingbird Ministry
This is a resource ministry offering basic needs (food, clothing, furniture, etc.) to families who have been subjected to domestic abuse. We partner with an already-existing agency who can provide the support services. For more information or to talk, please contact Sheri at
sherikelley@mdumc.org or 713/468-8356, ext. 119.
Cracked Pots, a support group for survivors of domestic abuse, is held on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month at 1:30 p.m. in Room D216.
Lay Hospital Visitation
This ministry remembers those in hospitals through personal caring visits to those who are ill or recovering from illness.
Medical Equipment
Wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, etc. are stored at the church and loaned to church members in need of them.
Medical Transportation
Transportation is arranged for those who are unable to drive themselves to doctors, dentists and other health-related appointments.
Monday Callers
Voices of cheer and concern create smiles for those who were discharged from hospitals the previous week.
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministers are a group of trained laypersons who provide confidential, distinctively Christian, one-to-one care to those who are experiencing many kinds of life needs, circumstances or crises. For more detailed information about Stephen Ministry,
click here.
Stroke Group
This is a support group for stroke patients and their caregivers. The weekly meeting offers a safe place for people to speak and listen to others with similar experiences. The group also offers exercise and social opportunities.
Sunday Morning Transportation
Transportation is made available, when possible, to those who would otherwise be unable to attend worship services.
Survivors of Romantic Deception
If someone you loved lied to you about their education or careers, if you discovered other ongoing relationship while they pledged their commitment to you, or if someone you loved stolen large sums of money from you—then maybe you, or someone you know, is the victim of romantic deception. Contact Sheri Kelley at
sherikelley@mdumc.org or 713-468-8356, ext. 119 to visit with someone who understands what you're going through.
You and Your Aging Parents
This four-week course addresses the changes and concerns that may occur in aging parents.