Counseling Overview

Counseling Ministry at CFC

"We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ. To this end I labor, struggling with all his energy, which so powerfully works in me ."
- Colossians 1:28-29

Need Counseling?

We understand that there are times in your life when you need a helping hand. The Counseling Ministry is a loving ministry which uses the truth found in the Word of God to encourage you to see your circumstances, problems, and relationships from a biblical perspective.

There is Hope

Whether the issues are struggles with depression, pornography or other addictive behaviors, raising children, or marriage conflict, our God is a God of hope. He offers rest to the weary, peace to those who are troubled, and grace and love to those who feel defeated and without hope. God wants to heal the broken-hearted and strengthen you in your faith as you learn to depend on Him.

Jesus as Savior & Lord

If you do not yet know Jesus as Savior, we share the good news of Jesus' finished work on the cross. If you have already placed your faith in Jesus as your Savior, we walk with you along your life journey and share the truth found in God's Word to live in Christ-likeness.

Counselors

Our counselors are spiritually mature men and women who are trained by the National Association of Nouthetic Counselors (NANC) to counsel, based on truth found in the Word of God. All counselors are either certified or in the process of being certified by NANC.

Biblical Basis

We believe that the Bible provides thorough guidance and instruction for faith and life. Therefore, our counseling is based on the Bible and the truth found herein.

Medications

As a counseling ministry, it is not within our scope to recommend using, not using, or discontinue using legal medications. As a church we view legal medications as a Romans 14 issue.

"All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, so that the people of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work ."
- 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Counseling Offered in Small Groups:

Biblical Parenting Seminar
This 9-week seminar is open to the community and is offered on Wednesdays, beginning January 13, at 7:00 p.m. Geared for parents with children of all ages, the seminar will be held on the new campus at #8 Pine Cove Plaza, next to Dick's Wings - 10391 Old St. Augustine Rd. Topics include: Discipline that disciples; Child-centered vs. God-centered home; Biblical communication; Teaching forgiveness; Handling anger biblically; and a biblical view of self-esteem, self-worth and self-love. Trainer: Tony Anderson. To register, call Sue at 262-3000.

Managing Finances in Today's World
This 12-week seminar is open to the community. It is offered on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m., beginning January 13, at Bldg. D, Room #7 on the Christian Family Chapel campus.The training is led by trained Crown Financial Ministries staff and financial coaches and includes the following topics: Understanding God's timeless principles for making and managing money; Beginning the journey to financial freedom; Developing a practical spending plan; Reducing and eliminating your dependence upon debt; Discovering the importance of giving and saving in your financial activities, and more. To register, call Sue at 262-3000.

Crown Financial Ministries
The Crown small group study reveals what God's Word says concerning handling our time, talents and treasures; everything about being a good steward. This 10-week course requires homework and scripture memorization, and it draws you into a closer walk with Christ. Visit www.crown.org or call Jim Whorton at (904) 531-0007 for more information.

DivorceCare
Find help and experience healing through practical, Biblical-based instruction in a support group environment. A 13-week divorce recovery program. Learn more about this program at www.divorcecare.org.

DivorceCare4Kids
Meets simultaneously with DivorceCare. These sessions are geared specifically toward children ages 5 to 12. For information, contact Carol at 262-3000.

Let Us Help

If you are in need of counseling or additional information, please contact The Hope Center by email or call the church office at (904) 262-3000, Ext. 205.