Support Groups
For immediate help, please call Prince of Peace at 952‐435‐8102. On‐call Ministers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
12 Steps for Christian Living
Sundays | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Room 200A
This supportive group of men and women share their experiences, strength and hope as they work toward personal, relational and spiritual growth. They use the 12-Step format as a model for spiritual growth.
Call Kay at 952-649-9514
Alcoholic Anonymous
Monday ‐ Thursday | noon ‐ 1:00 pm | Room 200BC
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem. It is nonprofessional, self-supporting, multiracial and apolitical. There are no age or education requirements. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem.
Contact Greater Minneapolis Intergroup, 952‐922‐0880 (24/7 phone support), aaminneapolis.org
Adult Children of Alcoholics
Thursdays | 6:00 – 8:00 pm | Room 200 E
A Twelve Step, Twelve Traditions program for people who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes.
Caregiver Support
4th Wednesdays of each month | 1:00 pm | Room 200A
In partnership with DARTS, Caregiver Support provides a safe, supportive environment where family caregivers come together to discuss concerns with trained facilitators and to learn from others caring for a loved one.
Contact Vicki Patterson, Licensed Social Worker: 651-234-2255
Caring for Aging Parents
3rd Monday of each month, beginning September 21 | 6:30-7:30 pm | Room 122
If you’ve found yourself in the role of caregiver for an aging parent, we want to walk with you through this journey. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with others going through similar challenges and blessings that come with taking care of an older parent or loved one.
Contact Kari Snyder, Director of Senior Adult Ministries, at [email protected].
Grief Support Series
10-week series September 14 - November 16 | Mondays | 6:00-7:30 pm | Chapel | No meetings on Holidays
- September 14: Introduction to Grief
- September 21: Beyond Closure
- September 28: Emotional Aspects of Grief
- October 5: How Grief Affects Our Minds
- October 12: Spiritual aspects of Grief
- October 19: How grief affects us physically
- October 26: Grief Amidst the Holidays
- November 2: Grief in Families and Communities
- November 9: Our Needs in Grief
- November 16: Grief in other cultures
Contact: [email protected] or 952‐435‐8102(opens in new tab)
Memory Cafe
3rd Wednesday of the Month | 10:00-11:30 am | Chapel
Memory Cafe is a a place where people with early to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners can meet monthly and spend time with others experiencing similar issues. Those with memory loss will spend time socializing while enjoying a snack, participating in a short program or activity, and feeling safe in a welcoming environment. Care partners will have time to connect with others who have similar responsibilities.
Contact Kari Snyder, Director of Senior Ministries: [email protected]
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
2nd Monday of the Month | 6:30-8:00 pm | Room 200E
PFLAG supports parents, family, allies and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons. We are a place of love and acceptance with members from all walks of life. Following a presentation on a topic of interest, we break into small groups for parents and family, friends and allies, LGBTQ, and straight spouse.
Contact Susan Allen: email
Parkinson's Support
1st Thursday of the month | 2:00 pm | Community Room
Memory Loss Support
2nd Wednesday & 3rd Tuesday of the month | 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Build a support system with people who understand. This support group for people with dementia provides information, resources, and support directly to the person impacted. Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people with dementia to develop a support system, exchange practical information on living well with dementia, learn about community resources, and talk through issues & concerns.
For questions and to schedule a screening, contact: Kari Snyder, Director of Senior Ministries, at [email protected] or 952-898-9357.
For additional information on Alzheimer’s support groups, please contact the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.
