Addiction Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Mondays – 7:00-8:00pm – Bridge Room A new AA meeting is beginning at Village. This meeting is open to all, whether considered an alcoholic or not. The only requirement for regular attendance is the desire to stop drinking. We will be taking a journey through the Big Book of AA, written by the founder of AA, Bill W. Please contact the church office with any questions. For Men Only F.M.O. exists to assist men in their pursuit of health sexuality and deeper relationships. We meet in small groups to encourage each other and share our struggles with complete honesty. Call our confidential voice mail at (503) 372-1578 or visit the For Men Only website. New “Hidden Hurt” Group Starting This ministry provides information and support to wives (ex-wives and financees) of men struggling with sexual purity. We offer hope, help and healing; and sharing without judgment and embarrassment. You are not alone. To join us, contact [email protected] or (503) 372-1585.

Abuse Recovery

ARMS – Abuse Recovery Ministry and Services (503) 846-9284 – www.armsonline.org Her Journey – a series of classes designed to walk women through their healing process from domestic abuse. Based on the 23rd Psalm, “Her Journey” classes are free, and women may join at any time. The classes meet once/week for 15 weeks Virtue - a biblically-based program committed to helping women who have displayed abusive or controlling behaviors, who may also be victims of abuse. ManKind - a biblically-based program designed for men who struggle with abusive and controlling behaviors. In a respectful and confidential group environment, over the course of a year, we will cover a variety of topics. Family Impact - ARMS parenting program is designed to help participants recognize the impact of domestic abuse on their children, and learn new tools to stop the generational cycle of abuse in their children’s lives. Portland Women’s Crisis Line (503) 235-5333, http://www.pwcl.org/ Founded in 1972, the Portland Women’s Crisis Line provides services to survivors (both female and male) of domestic violence and sexual assault, including rape, incest and sexual harassment.

Abortion Trauma Recovery

HEART & “Healing a Father’s Heart” Groups Are you or someone you know struggling with a past abortion? We can help! HEART (Healing Encouragement for Abortion Related Trauma) and Healing a Father’s Heart Bible study support groups are starting soon. Please call the confidential voicemail at (503) 22-HEART for information. This is a ministry of the Pregnancy Resource Centers of Greater Portland. Pregnancy Resource Center (503) 643-4503, http://www.portlandprc.org/

Divorce Care

visit the Divorce Care website for local support groups http://www.divorcecare.org/