A Safe Place to Get Help
Our Care Ministry is a safe place for you, no matter what hurt, hang up, or habit you struggle with. We base our philosophy and models on the Bible. Learn how to walk with Christ and move through the challenges and difficulties of life in a caring and supportive environment surrounded by people who have your back and cheer you on.
Prayer
Our prayer team prays over every request we receive. No matter what you might be facing, we’re here to support you and join with you in prayer.
Want to pray with someone right away? We’re available to pray with you live online during Sunday worship services (9 and 11am). It’s easy and confidential, and you can use any computer, tablet, or mobile device.
Counseling
Everyone can use some help and guidance at times. We want you to experience healing, find freedom and gain the tools and wisdom you need to live relationally, emotionally, mentally and spiritually healthy lives. The following resources are available to you through FCC’s Care Ministry and key partnerships.
We partner with Christian Counseling Associates who are trained to come alongside you to help you gain greater emotional and spiritual strength during difficult times. Our counseling partners office at the Community Life Center throughout the week and to begin the process you can fill out a contact form or call 740-278-7990.
Pastor On Call
If you have an immediate emergency, call 911! Otherwise, if you’re in need and would like to speak to a pastor, you can call our church at 330-456-2600 and dial extension 7 and we will put you in touch with a Pastor on call Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm. Pastors are also available in the evenings and on weekends for emergencies only.
What to expect when you call
We’ll listen and ask for details and gladly pray for you over the phone. Calls typically last 5-10 minutes. We are unable to provide ongoing counseling or prayer over the phone, but we’d love to connect you with a counselor or member of our prayer team for ongoing support.
Pastoral Need Walk-Ins
Our church offices are open Monday-Thursday,9am-4pm and Fridays by appointment. If you would like to pray or meet with a pastor, simply check in at the front desk and let the receptionist know why you’re here. You’ll be asked to wait in the café while a pastor on call is contacted. There may be a short wait time before you are attended to, so please plan accordingly.
Hospital Visitation
If you or a loved one would like to request a visit and prayer from a pastor during a hospital stay or before surgery, complete and submit the following request form and we’ll be in touch ASAP. You may also call the church office at 330-456-2600 to request a visit.
Food & Clothing Assistance
If you’re in need of food or clothing, we have help available through Common Goods.
Financial Coaching
We have some excellent trained and certified coaches who would love to help you create a budget, learn healthy money management strategies, develop a plan to get out of debt, and find financial freedom. Contact the Financial Team today at money@firstchristian.com.
Marriage Ministry
Marriage Care & Coaching Helpline
The first response team responds to couples who call in and are needing immediate help. They will guide couples to resources inside and outside First Christian Church to bring healing and restoration. Our goal is to come alongside you and help you find or gain the practical skills to rebuild your marriage in times of conflict and challenge. To learn more or get started, email the Marriage Ministry Team at marriageteam@firstchristian.com.
This is NOT an emergency or crisis line. If you are in an emergency, contact 911.
Marriage Mentoring
One of the proven ways to help restore and rebuild a marriage is through mentoring. No matter where your marriage is or what you're working through, having another couple come alongside you on your journey can be very helpful for support, encouragement, and accountability. To learn more or get started, contact the Marriage Ministry Team at marriageteam@firstchristian.com.
Weddings
We would love to help make your wedding day an incredible celebration! First Christian is committed not only to making sure your day is memorable, but that it’s the beginning of a healthy, successful, God-honoring marriage. For more information about getting married at FCC or by one of our pastors, check out our Wedding Guide. If you’d like to start the process of having your wedding at FCC or requesting to have one of our pastors officiate your ceremony, fill out and submit the Wedding Inquiry Form.
Pre-Marital Counseling
We believe successful marriages only happen intentionally. Pre-marital preparation is crucial to success, so we require all couples who are married on our campus or by one of our pastors to engage in at least 4 weeks of pre-marital counseling. Our pastors are experienced and ready to help. Contact Pastor Bradley Clark for more information.
Funerals
We can’t imagine how difficult this time may be for you and your family. Our hope is to provide an honoring service for you, your family and friends as you remember your loved one.
Our team is here to help you with all the details for a Chapel Service. Typically it takes 5-7 days to schedule the Chapel and allow our teams time to prepare for the event. However, we know that certain circumstances warrant a quicker turn-around and we will do our best to accommodate.
Contact Pastor Bradley Clark for more information.