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Lay Counseling
 At some point in our lives, all of us need to talk with someone who can help us sort out the puzzle pieces of life. It may be a "big issue" like a marital struggle, a life-threatening illness, or the loss of a loved one. It might be a "small issue" like a frustration with children, stress, or a spiritual struggle. But all of us need to talk to someone we can trust. For this reason Chapel Hill offers well trained, compassionate, highly skilled lay counselors who would love to meet with you and provide counseling, encouragement and support. Their training is Christ-based and Chapel Hill-based, working within our value and faith structures. They will support you spiritually and point you towards hope and wholeness. Chapel Hill Church lay counselors can also connect you with Chapel Hill ministries and programs that may be helpful in your journey. One of our greatest concerns is creating a safe and confidential place for you to work through life's issues. Great attention is paid to complete confidentiality and the anonymity of those who are receiving counseling in the program. This ministry is not just for those in advanced states of crisis. This ministry allows people to deal with little issues before they have a chance to become big ones. Both individual counseling and marriage counseling are available.
There is no charge for this service, although donations are accepted. All donations are tax-deductible.
Download Lay Counseling Intake and Participant Consent forms. Lay Counseling January 10-May 22, 2012 Lay Counselors require a heart for people, a sense of divine purpose, acknowledged gifts, surrender to God’s will, and a call to demonstrate God’s grace and mercy. An effective counselor needs a supple and curious mind, humility, self-knowledge, and unwavering commitment to personal growth and maturity. Training focuses on mastering an eight-week treatment model we use in the Counseling Center. Christian Leadership: Leading with a Limp
February 13-April 2, 2012; Outlook Room Learn how God turns limitations and imperfections into strengths. Explore and develop the qualities, traits and skills of an authentic Christian leader. Learn how to deal with chaos and crisis and lead with honor and humility. Discover how to avoid common pitfalls, accept responsibility, grow from mistakes, and transcend the inevitable burdens and costs of leadership. Taught by Rosemary Lukens. Book: Leading witha Limp by Dan Allender. Spiritual Mentorship: The Art of Spiritual Direction April 9-May 21, 2012; Outlook Room You will become aware of God in each moment, notice His presence in the ordinary, dissolve your resistance to His love, awaken to and accept God’s presence within, and respond from a Christ-centered core. You will develop the ability to pause and reflect on the wonder of each moment and to rest in God’s love... even in difficult circumstances. You will be equipped to shepherd others into greater peace and grace. Taught by Mary Pandiani. Book: The Art of Spiritual Direction by Margaret Guenther. |
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