The apostle Paul, in writing to the Corinthians says this, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” (2 Cor. 1:3-4)

In reading this passage there are two things we can be assured of: afflictions are inevitable and God provides comfort in the midst of affliction. Maybe you are grieving the death of a loved one, perhaps walking through a divorce, or maybe struggling with addiction. Our desire at Parkside is for you to know that God provides comfort and help for you. Centered on the gospel, driven by the Bible, with the desire to build biblical relationships, our Help and Hope groups seek to bring people alongside those who are suffering in order that they may comfort those with the same comfort that they themselves have received from God.

Finding Freedom – Begins September 22

Finding Freedom is a 10-week discussion group for those struggling to experience freedom in Christ, whether from unhelpful patterns in their life or severe addiction.

A new session of our Finding Freedom care group begins on Thursday, September 22, at 7pm in Room A203. There is no cost or registration required.

Grieving With Hope – Begins September 22

Grieving With Hope is open to anyone who is grieving the loss of a loved one and would welcome help from the Bible and the warm encouragement of others in similar circumstances.

A new session of our eight-week care group begins Thursday, September 22, at 7 pm in Room A207. There is no cost to attend.

Single Moms – Begins September 29

All single moms are invited to join our fall 2016 care group which begins September 29.

The group will meet every Thursday evening for eight weeks in Room A210 at 6:30 pm and will use the book/DVD series titled, "21 Principles of a Healthy Single Mom" by Lori Little. Each week is self-contained so you may join at any time.

There is no cost to attend and childcare is available. This is a group for single moms of any age or circumstance. For more information, contact Theresa at brownmother3@hotmail.com.

Dealing with Divorce – Begins October 6

Our Dealing with Divorce ministry seeks to provide care for individuals who are going through or have been through divorce and who are looking for practical help from the Bible and the warm encouragement of others in similar situations.

Each fall we run a 7-week session on Thursday evenings that features a large group teaching time followed by a small group, facilitated discussion time. Materials and childcare are provided at no cost. The dates this year are October 6-November 17.

Register here or contact Jacque at jrplatek@parksidechurch.com for more information.

Cancer Support – Meets each month; Next meeting is October 2

Cancer Support is open to anyone whose life has been affected by the painful circumstances of cancer. Meetings are a time of encouragement, fellowship and prayer. We meet in Room B014/B015 at 11:15 AM.

The discovery of cancer can be an unpredictable and frightening season in life. The Cancer Support Ministry is a Bible-based support group designed to help anyone affected by the painful circumstances of cancer.  Whether battling cancer currently or acting as a loving caregiver, this ministry provides a place to for individuals to share stories, stresses, worries and celebration.  

Our mission is to reach out to our church family and beyond by creating a confidential environment that merges biblical, emotional, social and practical support.