Congregational Care

God has blessed Cokesbury with the ability to provide several programs and resources to help our church family and friends expand their horizons and find assistance.  Whether you're in crisis, in pain or simply going through a rough patch, God loves you and Cokesbury is here to help.

Resources

  • Stephen Ministry - We all experience challenges in life - times when we could benefit from the support of a caring Christian friend.  Stephen Ministers are ready to provide the emotional and spiritual care we need when faced with a crisis or difficulty.  A Stephen Minister will meet with you weekly.  This is a confidential ministry, your identity will remain private.
  • Heart Touch Ministry - This visitation ministry is the heart-to-heart connection to home bound members of our congregation.  Someone will visit with you twice monthly and call you when needed.  To find out more about Heart Touch or arrange visists to someone you care about, call Billie Hord at (865) 693-7322 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
  • Prayer Shawl Ministry - Sometimes we need to be wrapped in prayer and love.  Members of this ministry lovingly donate their time and talents by creating hand-knitted and crocheted shawls, filled with power of prayer, for those in need.  Like other acts of caring, the presentation of a Prayer Shawl will enrich your life or the life of someone you care about.  To receive more information about the Prayer Shawl Ministry, or to ask for a Prayer Shawl to be given, contact Karen Peck at (865) 246-0440 or by This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
  • Gates to Hope Grief Support - Gates to Hope conducts an on-going weekly grief support group to minister to grieving adults.  The group will provide a safe place for you to begin to move through the many steps and emotions of grief. You will be given the opportunity to share "your story" with other grieving people who understand and are willing to listen.  Meetings are held each Monday from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. in room 312 at the North Campus.  There is no charge and you are welcome to drop by anytime for a visit or to join the group.  For more information please call the group facilitator, Nancy Blackburn at (865) 531-4628 or by This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
  • Faith to Face the Future - Cancer Support Group - The focus of this group is living.  Everyone is welcome: cancer patients, survivors, friends and family.  The group shares their journy with cancer, along with exploring helpful resources for coping with cancer.  Join us as we inspire and empower each other.  The group meets the first Sunday of each month at 3:00 p.m. in room 103 at the North Campus.  Two contacts are available: Kim Dukes at (865) 966-1190 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
  • Caring Without Wearing Support Group - Caring without wearing out (or falling apart) is sometimes a tough thing to do.  We can help! This support group for Care Givers meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the North Campus, Room 103.  Contact Jim Norwood at (865) 573-6085 or by This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it You will be glad you did!