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Mending the Soul

What is Mending the Soul?

“He has sent me to bring good news to the oppressed, to bind up the brokenhearted.” (Isaiah 61:1)

Mending the Soul (MTS) is a support group for women who wish to find healing and recovery from abuse in a safe, supportive setting. The group addresses all kinds of abuse: sexual, physical, verbal, emotional, neglect, financial and spiritual. Over 14 weeks we’ll explore the nature and effects of abuse and journey together toward healing and wholeness.

MTS materials are psychologically informed, biblically based, and Christ-centered. Weekly homework includes reading a chapter from Mending the Soul: Understanding and Healing Abuse by Dr. Steven Tracy and completing the corresponding chapter in the Mending the Soul Workbook by Celestia Tracy.

Registration Process:

All potential participants should complete the Intake Form, turn it in to the church office, and schedule a Discernment Conversation by calling the church office at 630-653-4140 or contacting Sheli. All Intake Forms are kept secure and confidential by the Mending the Soul facilitators.

Prior to the start of the group sessions, each potential participant must:

  1. Download, complete, and turn in the Intake Form.
  2. Sign up for (and attend) a Discernment Conversation time to meet with the facilitators.

Details:

  • Group Sessions: Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Prayer Room
    • Spring 2024: February 5 – May 20, 2024. Intake Forms due by January 17, 2024
    • Fall 2024: September 2-December 16, 2024.
  • Where: Faith Evangelical Covenant Church, 2001 Lakeview Dr. Wheaton, IL 60189
  • Facilitators: Sheli Hayes and Julie Graham
  • Cost: $65 to cover the cost of the book and workbook. Scholarships are available, contact Sheli Hayes for assistance.
  • Snacks and beverages will be provided at each session.