"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Psalm 147:3
Pastoral staff are available for individual, couple and family pastoral counseling on an as-needed basis. Care is limited to 6 sessions and if additional support is required, referrals will be made either to a Stephen Minister or appropriate outside agency.
Anyone requesting assistance will meet with Dr. Heather Juby, Minister for Congregational Care. Dr. Juby will help you decide on the most appropriate source of care, and can help you find outside referrals for psychotherapy, Christian counseling or psychiatric medication if requested.
MiddleCares is a part of the overall Care and Counseling Ministry at Middle Church.
MiddleCares provides care and fosters a sense of community among Middle members through various “inreach” functions. It acknowledges selected celebratory occasions such as births/adoptions, graduations, and marriages/unions in the lives of members. MiddleCares also helps to welcome new members.
MiddleCares delivers baskets to the homebound during Thanksgiving and Christmas and sends cards and notes of support and encouragement to people in need. The group also helps organize selected special events and prays for members who have requested prayer. MiddleCares members also act as referral agents to Stephen Ministers if they notice a need for more intensive or continued care.
MiddleCares does not require any formal membership process. The group sponsors a table in the Social Hall before worship on Sundays. Any member is invited to visit the table to submit a care need, help address care needs, or just to have coffee and chat!
To find out more about MiddleCares – contact Dr. Heather Juby, Minister of Care at hjuby@middlechurch.org for more information. 
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Stephen Ministry is a lay pastoral care ministry. Stephen Ministers receive an intensive, 50-hour training in pastoral care and participate in ongoing supervision. Stephen Ministers are available to meet on a weekly, long-term basis with members and the service is free of charge.
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The Open Doors Program is designed to help people who need assistance navigating the often confusing world of public benefits. Kathe Abbott, Middle Church’s Social Worker, is available on Wednesdays to help with questions about housing, public assistance, employment questions, elder and caregiver concerns and navigating social service agencies. Kathe is also available to help with filling out forms – so bring your paperwork with you!
Drop-in hours are 4:00 – 6:00 pm Wednesdays (No appointment necessary).
Wednesday Night WellCare is a monthly workshop presented by staff, lay leaders and special invited guests. Each month a different workshop is presented on a topic related to health and wellness. For information on upcoming workshops or to suggest a workshop topic please contact
Dr. Heather Juby, hjuby@middlechurch.org
Dr. Heather Juby, Minister for Care, shares some thoughts on the potential for caregiving in the world around us.
- Topics Include:
- Who Does Depression Hurt?
- The Health Benefits of Forgiveness
- An Attitude of Gratitude
- Therapy Comes In All Forms. . .
- It’s Your Birthday!
- Appreciation
- Caring for the Caregiver
- Caring to Care
- Click here to read more
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