SURVIVING LIFE CHANGES & TOUGH ECONOMIC TIMES
During these tough economic times, many of us are facing challenges and even changes in our lives--unwelcome changes that bring with them stress and uncertainty about the future. Some of the change includes losing a job and then, maybe after some time, finding a new job. Coping between jobs is a challenge as you budget to pay bills and cope with the stress of looking for work. Timothy Lutheran wants to help you get through the life changes that you might be facing right now. In addition to support groups for various life stages and changes, we will provide some internet links to more information on the web that you might find helpful.
Life Lines Support Groups
Baby Steps Are you expecting a new baby in your family? Contact the church office (228-5300) or Leah McKeage (350-7774) for this monthly support for new parents. After the baby’s birth, meals and cradle roll information are provided.
Break Time Club offers a safe, enriching environment for older adults with mental and/or physical limitations. Meets every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. For more information, contact June Schubkegel (229-3467).
Cancer Care: For individual support during cancer recovery, contact Nancy Nowiszewski, 228-5300. For support resources, check out the Cancer Treatment Centers of America website: www.ourjourneyofhope.com
Celebrate Recovery: Addiction-recovery programs offered Tuesdays at Cornerstone Church and Fridays at Blue Springs Christian Church, both beginning at 7 pm. Coming to Timothy in Nov. 2009!
Divorce Care and Divorce Care for Kids: If you or someone you know is struggling with divorce, sign up for the next session of this Christ-centered support class; call Lucy Johnson, (616-6901) or Nancy Nowiszewski (228-5300) for more information.
Gluten Free Group: Meets third Thursday at 7 pm, fireplace room. Sample Topic: A Mexican Fiesta plus “How do I know my food is safe when eating out?” Recipes and/or products to sample include Mexican dishes. For more information, call Roxanne Kerwood (229-8447).
Grief Share: Meets first and third Tuesdays at 7 pm in room 501. For anyone who needs Christian support as they grieve for the death of a loved one. Call 228-5300 with any questions or to register.
Education: Financial Peace University—currently offered on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm at Timothy. Contact Jeff Maupin (229-8430) for information on this class that gives practical application to living debt-free, even in tough times.
SOME HELPFUL LINKS TO LOCAL JOB LISTINGS
www.fox4kc.com/marketplace/careers/wdaf-jobs-working-for-you-postings-21809,0,2121503.story
www.crosswalk.com/careers/11599497/
www.jobbankusa.com/jobs/missouri_mo/job_employment_search.html
www.nbcactionnews.com (click on Financial Survival Guide tab)
Link to Radio Program: Biblical Principles for Tough Economic Times (November 27, 2008):
http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/biblical-principles-for-tough-economic-times-november-27-2008/13117770
Listed at www.crosswalk.com:
Job Loss Survival Tips by Ed Gunger (.pdf)
Bible Verses to guide us during financial stress(.pdf)
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