Caring for Others

At Southwood, we believe that caring for others is just one of the ways we are called to live in response to the grace and love of God. Our team includes pastors, Care Ministry staff, and many volunteers. We extend care to others through prayer, visits, support groups and other resources. We are here to support you in daily living or moments of crisis.

Living Well with Dementia: A Family Caregiver Series

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Living Well with Dementia: A Family Caregiver Series
Tuesdays, October 6–27

6 – 7:30PM, in the Youth Room

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be both meaningful and challenging. Join us for this four-week caregiver education series designed to provide practical strategies, encouragement, and support for family caregivers. Together, we'll explore ways to better understand dementia, strengthen connections with your loved one, and feel more confident and supported throughout the caregiving journey.

Weekly Topics:

  • Understanding the Journey: A Guide to Dementia
  • Responding, Not Reacting: Understanding Dementia Behaviors
  • Designing for Dignity at Home: Enhancing Quality of Life, Comfort, and Safety
  • Strength for the Journey: You Matter Too

Whether you are new to caregiving, have been walking this journey for some time or anticipate becoming a caregiver, this series offers valuable tools, meaningful conversation, and a supportive community to encourage you along the way.

For questions, contact Amy Hansen at .

Register Here

Care Team Training

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Are you looking for a meaningful way to share Christ's love and make a real difference in the lives of others? At Southwood we love God and others. One way we love others is through Southwood Care Ministry. Care Ministry Care Team volunteers provide prayer and compassionate guidance, connecting others to God. Together we experience the love and care of Christ as we walk alongside others through every season of life.

Sunday, August 23, 11AM - 2PM

We invite you to consider serving on our Care Ministry Care Team in one of the following areas:

  • Care Center Worship – Helps to lead worship services in long-term care centers throughout the Lincoln community.
  • Funeral Assistance – Serves on a team that prepares for funerals, assists during services, and helps with clean-up afterward.
  • Phone Connection – Offers support, encouragement, and fellowship through outreach calls to congregation members.
  • In-Home & Care Center Visitation – Visits Southwood homebound members in their homes or in long-term care centers.
  • New Parent Connection – Prepares baptism gifts and connects with families following baptisms to offer support and encouragement.
  • Rehabilitation Center Visitation – Visits Southwood members receiving care in Lincoln-area rehabilitation centers.

Care Ministry Care Team training includes discussion, demonstrations, small-group interaction, and practical skill-building. All training materials and lunch will be provided.

For questions, contact Amy at .

Prayer Requests

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Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 (NIV)

Prayer is the foundation of all that we do. Pastors, staff and Prayer Team members pray daily for the needs and requests of our church family.

Submit a Prayer Request

Join our Prayer Team

Visits

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Request a Visit

Care Ministry staff and Care Team members are available to visit you or a family member who is having surgery, is hospitalized, or is homebound and feeling isolated.

Please make us aware of your request with the request form or by calling the church office and requesting to speak to a Care staff member.

Request a Visit

Support Groups

Groups provide education as well as support and compassion. You will find strength in Christ and from one another.
Grief Support

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Grief support groups are offered periodically for an 8-week session. These groups are for those who have experienced the death of someone significant and provide an opportunity to share, support and begin healing.

DivorceCare

Join with others who share in the process of rebuilding their lives after a separation or divorce. Participants grow emotionally and spiritually through this group.

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Care Ministry has many ways that you can help support others. Joining the prayer team, visiting members unable to attend church, or helping at a funeral lunch are just a few examples.

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Planning a service can be a blessing to those in grief. It is a time to laugh and cry as stories are shared. Pre-planning a service is also an option.

Care Staff

Michael Ryan

Associate Pastor of Pastoral Care

office: 402-423-5511

Amy Hansen

Director of Care Ministry

office: 402-423-5511