HOPE : Healing of Past Emotions - Wiley Heights Covenant

HOPE: Healing of Past Emotions

Year One and Year Two groups - Monday evenings from 7:30 - 9:00pm - begins September 27th

HOPE is a prayer and support group for those who have experienced an emotional issue in their life and seem unable to let it go.

We are a bible based, Christian group which studies the book, Healing for Damaged Emotions, by David Seamands. (You will be asked to purchase a book for your use from a local bible bookstore or online, as we do not provide them.)

We meet weekly on Monday evenings, roughly coinciding with the school year, taking winter vacation off with the Yakima schools.

HOPE is a confidential, closed group where your issues and questions are regarded as important and personal. Members are asked to sign a covenant stating that everything said in the group will remain there. Since beginning in 1990, no one has broken that covenant. This has allowed many to heal safely, without the fear of what they say being shared with anyone. Most importantly, you, personally, never need to fear being judged.

HOPE does not take the place of private counseling, nor is it intended for those who require significant psychological help. If indicated, we encourage individuals to seek personal counseling from a professional, when their needs exceeded the scope of the group.

When We Begin

HOPE is open and no confidential information is shared for four weeks, so that those who wish to explore whether or not this group is for them may do so. You are most welcome to visit, meet the leaders and ask any questions that you wish. Once the group closes, it becomes confidential and no new members are allowed to join until the following year, when we open again.

You may leave the group at any time that you wish. No one will call or pressure you in any way.

Meetings begin with a time of prayer, followed by discussion of the assigned reading (from the book). Members are encouraged to share their thoughts and insights, as well as asking any questions that might arise.

Because the journey towards emotional health is a very personal one, couples (or members of immediate family) are encouraged to come one at a time. Issues often arise that involve one’s mate and it is important to have a safe, confidential place to share openly. This is also true of members of immediate family so, please, only one family member at a time, per session.

The process of overcoming damaged emotions can be difficult and frightening. Your feelings may be an indicator that you are ready to work on healing your issues. Some important things to keep in mind are: 1) God has promised He will help us; 2) you will have support from the group, and 3) others have made this journey before and succeeded.

Symptoms of Emotional Damage

A deep sense of unworthiness: This is a pervading feeling of anxiety, inadequacy, and inferiority. Do you say to yourself, “I’m never good enough,” or “No one could ever love me...”?
Perfectionist complex: This is when you often tell yourself, “I should do this,” or ,“I never quite reach the top or am accepted.” What about, “If only I was good enough, then …”?
Super Sensitivity: Are you overly sensitive to what you think others might feel towards you?
Fearful: Are you overwhelmingly afraid of failure? Does making choices or decisions about your life sometimes paralyze you?

You will be supported and loved as you make your journey.

Download the HOPE Brochure

Facilitators:
Pastor of Counseling George Helton
Pastor Herb Alvord
Sally Mayo, MA Counseling

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
(Matthew 11:28)

HOPE for Marriage

Mondays from 7:30 - 9:00pm - begins September 27th

This group is open all year long to anyone to wishes to attend. couples, singlees, those who are dating - may find this very informative and fun to do!

We will be discussing the five areas that all married folks need to discuss with each other: assignment of value, money, intimacy, nuclear family, and extended family. We do everything we can to make this a light-hearted, fun evenign so we launch a lot!

Following are the fundamentals of the group:

1) The group is open all year long to anyone who wishes to attend. It is aimed at marriage and making it better. People are welcome to come and go as they wish.
2) Couples who come will be discussing marriage topics with others in the group after a presentation.
3) There are homework assignments that, if done, will enhance the process.
4) Singles are welcome to come and will join in the discussions along with couples. Husbands and wives do not both have to come, although it is highly encouraged. We do everything that we can to make this a light hearted, fun evening so we laugh a lot.
5) We will be discussing the five areas that all married folks need to discuss with each other. They are assignment of value, money, intimacy, nuclear family, and extended family. There are other topics that will be introduced and discussed along the way as appropriate.
6) Couples are encouraged to be open and honest but never unpleasant during the meetings.
7) Group will last from 7:30 to 9:00 on Monday evenings at the church.
8) No book to buy as I will be passing out the materials as we go along.
9) Couples who are dating may find this very informative and fun to do with their friend. It will help to show what's in store for them in the future.

Download the HOPE for Marriage brochure

Led by George Helton, Pastor of Counseling

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