Pastoral Support
We are committed to being a church which cares for each other. We all need God’s love and grace in the different life circumstances we encounter, and we can minister God's love and grace to one another.
Pastoral support is for anyone in the church who would appreciate support as they navigate changes and challenges in their life circumstances.
As a team we focus on several areas:
Visiting people (at home or in hospital)
Marriage ministry - prep, enrichment and support
Bereavement support
One-to-one support for those struggling emotionally or spiritually
Marriage Support
Marriage Preparation
Who: for engaged couples
What: A series of sessions spent with a couple who will facilitate discussion and exploration of your expectations and desires for your marriage.
When: These sessions are individual to each couple and arranged accordingly
Marriage Support
Who: for couples experiencing difficulties in their relationships
What: Sessions facilitated by an experienced couple, tailoring sessions appropriate for the couple's needs. This may be facilitated by a couple from within Above Bar Church or if preferred can be referred to Southampton Family Trust.
Marriage Enrichment
Who: for married couples
What: An away day, facilitated by two couples, with a mix of upfront teaching and individual couple based discussions.
When: Normally held twice a year, (spring and autumn) dates to be confirmed.
Please get in contact with the pastoral team if this is something you are interested in. pastoral@abovebarchurch.org.uk
Visits At Home
Who is this for? People within or connected to Above Bar Church, who are unwell, elderly or struggling to leave their home.
What might it involve? This will vary for each person, typically involves companionship, support and prayer.
How do I get in contact? Please get in contact with the pastoral team if this is something you are interested in.
pastoral@abovebarchurch.org.uk