Abortion Recovery Class

Have you experienced the pain and regret of an abortion in your past? Do you desire God’s spiritual and emotional healing?

Each woman is different in how she carries the burden of abortion and not all women are affected in the same way. But abortion can affect a woman, physically, emotionally, and most importantly…spiritually.  The shame, guilt, and remorse are often so overwhelming that it is difficult to share the pain. And it is the best kept secret among women.

You are not alone!!! Abortion recovery offers what no other place in our communities can: freedom from guilt and grief. It is a place to share with other women who have had a similar experience.   

All Saints’, along with Life First, is offering a 10-week Abortion Recovery Bible study for women who desire the Lord’s healing in this area of their lives. It is scripture-based and allows God to take your hand and lead you down the path of emotional healing. Strict confidentiality is the rule and no one’s personal information is ever shared.

• Dates: Monday, April 1 through June 10th. 7-9 pm.

For more information contact Suzy Speare at 703-861-5994(cell) or arc@firstcarewomen.com.

It's Not Too Late to Join Stephen Minister Training!

Stephen Ministry Training will now take place on Zoom! Even though a few sessions have started, it’s not too late to join! Contact Deacon Julie if you are interested in this training at all.

Below are the resources and information to learn more about Stephen Ministry!

All Saints’ Church will be training the 4th group of Stephen Ministers this winter/spring on Sunday afternoons 1:00-3:30 from January 7 through June 2. If you feel led to minister to those who are suffering, or if you would just like to improve your relationships with your loved ones, this class is for you. If you are interested in this training, but this time may not work for you, please contact Deacon Julie.

Here are a few resources to tell you more about Stephen Ministry

• What is a Stephen Minister?

• Care Receivers Tell Their Stories

• More About the Training

For those called to be Stephen Ministers, this is the first step in discerning and equipping God’s call on your service to him. Near the end of the class those desiring to be commissioned as a Stephen Minister will be asked to fill out an application and meet with clergy for discernment on God’s calling and timing. Questions? Contact Deacon Julie or Deacon Andy for more information.

What is Stephen Minister Training?

Stephen Minister training is an engaging, energizing experience that features a mixture of presentation, video, group discussion, skill practice, and spiritual growth activities. Since 1975, more than 600,000 Stephen Ministers have been equipped by this training to provide care to millions of people.

Stephen Minister training . . .

• teaches principles and skills that equip you to provide high-quality, Christ-centered emotional and spiritual care to others.

• gives you new insight into the thoughts, feelings, and actions of people who are hurting.

• equips you with relational and caring skills you can apply to all aspects of your life.

• helps deepen your faith as the Holy Spirit fashions you into a Christ-centered caregiver.

• builds a special bond of Christian community and camaraderie among all those in your class.

• is highly interactive, engaging, and a lot of fun!