Congregational Care provides quality, compassionate care for First Pres Covenant Partners and the Orlando community. We give Our Best by equipping Covenant Partners to care for one another with Christlikeness. Congregational Care at First Pres oversees Deacons, Prayer Ministry, Stephen Ministries, hospital and sick visitations, dying with dignity, and care classes. Let us know how we can serve you.
Congregational Care is led by Rev. Dr. Paul Gibson. Dr. Paul has a Doctor of Ministry in Marriage and Family Counseling and is passionate about raising the values of care and mental health in the local church. Dr. Paul has been married to his wife, Tara, for almost twenty years. They have a daughter, Natalie, and a son, Isaac. In his spare time, you will find Dr. Paul reading Star Wars novels, watching Marvel movies, and semi-professionally studying quantum physics.
Tammas Smith has served in Pastoral Care Ministry for 24 years, where she serves with Deacons, Stephen Minister, coordinates memorial services and oversees the Columbarium at First Pres. She has a passion for Christ and serving His people. Tammas and Gilbert have been married for 27 years and have one daughter. Tammas has been involved in Bible Study Fellowship for years and loves studying God’s Word. She also loves the Florida Gators. Intensely. Be forewarned!
HEALING & ANOINTING PRAYER SERVICE
Join us for a special service of healing and anointing prayer for anyone fighting illness or hardship. First Pres Pastors and Elders will be in the Reformation Chapel to anoint and pray over those who are hurting. Come as you are. Let us care for you through prayer to our Father, our great Physician and Healer.
MARCH 13, 2024 | 6-7PM | REFORMATION CHAPEL | ALL ARE WELCOME
Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven.
James 5:14-15
LGBTQ PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
If you are a parent or caretaker of an LGBTQ child, teen or adult, we would be honored to support you as you navigate new or challenging personal and family dynamics in Truth & Love. Come together in a community of grace, deep care and understanding on the second Tuesday of each month beginning January 9, 2024.
Second-Tuesdays, Monthly | CLC, 200 Rotunda | 6:00-8:00pm
GriefShare
GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. We’re honored to journey through the grief process with you in supportive community.
Wednesdays, 02.07 - 05.08.24 | EMC, Room 300 | 6:00-8:00pm
DivorceCare
DivorceCare’s life-changing support groups welcome people and guide them on the path of recovery after separation or divorce. Over 1 million people have found comfort and hope through this 13-week, video-based series. All are welcomed at any time. This is an open group. Register to receive a workbook.
Wednesdays, 02.07 - 05.08.24 | EMC, Room 320 | 6:00-8:00pm
Caregiver Support
Coming Soon!
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