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"Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep." Romans 12:15
Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church is dedicated to providing pastoral care to its congregation. We share joys and concerns, pray for one another and provide practical support in times of stress, sickness and death. Our pastors, elders, deacons and lay ministry team are committed to living out the love and mercy of the living God.
If you, a friend or family member are experiencing challenges in life and/or have a prayer need, please contact us at 327-1116.
The iCare Net Ministry is an invitation for WHPC members to live into our church value of courageously caring for one another. Click here to learn more.
Below is a brief description of our various support programs.
Monday Nights:
Job Search Support Group
The Job Support ministry supports the unemployed and the underemployed in the journey to find suitable work in the shortest possible time. The meeting is open to all unemployed and underemployed professionals regardless of faith or affiliation. Bring an extra copy of your resume. Meeting begin at 6:30 PM. For more information contact Troy Johnson at troykjohnson@earthlink.net or 441-4354. Room 206. This is an ongoing program throughout the year.
Recovery Café
Recovery Café meets in room 202 at 7:00 PM. The Café is a safe and healing resource for those seeking recovery from addition in the name of Christ. This group also combines a support group for those struggling with someone who has an addiction. Please join us in this journey on the road to recovery. For more information contact Courtney and Jason Webster at jasonwebster777@hotmail.com. This is an ongoing program throughout the year.
Wednesday Nights:
Grief Support
A support group for those who are grieving and in need of personal support. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month, beginning on September 8.. For more information, please contact Susan Reynolds, our Grief Support team leader at 512-383-5244 or Pastor Peter Haas at 327-1116. Click here for a listing of grief resources.
DivorceCare
This weekly seminar and support group is for people who are separated or divorced and meets Wednesday nights, beginning September 8, from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. For more information contact Kerry & Diane Pollard at dpollard@austin.rr.com or kpollard@austin.rr.com. Click here for more details about the course and how to register.
Setting Boundaries with Your Adult Children...Six Steps to Hope and Healing for Struggling Parents, by Allison Bottke. A support group for parents of adult children who are having difficulty making mature, independeant choices for their lives. Meets Wednesday nights beginning September 8 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Contact Jayne Gamel for more information.
Other Job Support Group:
Freescale Alumni & Friends
Meeting at
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Meets Tuesday, 10 - 11:30am, WHPC, Room 202
All (friends) are welcome. This group is targeted at "experienced" workers (over 15 years of experience). Contact: Lynn Campbell
*Please bring a canned good to donate to the food pantry.
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Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry is an inter-denominational Christian ministry offered in churches throughout the world and designed to provide emotional and spiritual support to both men and women facing a variety of life challenges. Stephen Ministers complete extensive training in order to come alongside people who are facing personal crises. Click here to learn more about this ministry at WHPC.
Receiving a Stephen Minister
If you or someone you know is experiencing difficulty in your life, you are invited to talk with
Pastor Carol Friesen or one of the Stephen Leaders. They are prepared to explain Stephen Ministry and answer questions you may have. A friend, a relative, or another pastor can also make the referral on your behalf. All contacts are made only with the person’s permission. More...
Becoming a Stephen Minister
Would you like to learn more about this unique ministry? Is God calling you to become a Stephen Minister? More...
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Alzheimer's Ministry
"The Gathering” is a joyful, loving program for people who suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease and similar dementias. Participants enjoy music, art, food and fun every Tuesday for four hours.
"New Connections" is a early intervention program for people who have mild cognitive impairment or very early Alzheimer’s disease. More...
Prayer Ministries
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. (Phil 4:6) Prayer is an integral part of the life of the WHPC. The church supports several prayer ministries . Click here for more information.
Lay Ministry Team
Our lay ministry team provides personal attention and care, cards and visits to those members who are experiencing difficult situations in their lives.
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