Spiritual Care near
Adoption, abandonment, child advocacy and welfare present unique challenges and issues that require a particular understanding, empathy and compassion to address.
The presence and love of God for those who are forgotten and discarded purposefully is in acute and constant demand. Jesus is there for them all, but the guilt, shame and secrets perpetuated by families can be oppressive and cruel. I believe it is all in my calling to reach, teach, love and lead in this topic.
This group meets virtually on Zoom.
Click here to join this group.
Free.
We're a book club without a book!
Is there a book/movie/poem/virtual concert/recipe you have enjoyed that you'd like to share with others?
This is your chance! Join us once a month with a recommendation to share plus a few details about why you enjoyed it (or just hop on to listen!)
This is a virtual group that meets on Zoom.
If you would like to join, email Michele.
We are a bilingual congregation.
One of our flagship programs started in 1999 at our Travis Park Location! Each Wednesday Evening at 6:00 PM we host a prayer and recovery circle for our clients and volunteers. Led by Phil Watkins and Katherine Paredes. This group modifies the 12-step programs and allows clients to share, receive positive feedback and pray for the community.
Dinner is served after The Circle. All spiritual views are honored and respected at the Circle.
All are truly welcome at Travis Park Church!
Unconditional love and justice in action. Travis Park’s commitment to justice means our congregation strives to remove political, cultural, and societal barriers both in the church and community that prevent people from being who God created them to be. This commitment is not based on anybody’s idea of political correctness but on the actions and teachings of Jesus. The closer our lives mirror his life, the more available we are to experience and become God’s new creation.
Travis Park Church is affiliated with the Reconciling Ministries Network, a group of congregations and groups worldwide which have adopted statements welcoming people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
The church provides free emergency food, clothing, counseling and prayer to those in need, including seniors, the disabled, and low income families with children. Supports all of Bexar County.
For service times and other details, please click on the above link to our website.
Stephen Ministry is the one-to-one lay caring ministry that takes place in participating congregations. Stephen Ministry congregations equip and empower lay caregivers-called Stephen Ministers-to provide high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care to people who are hurting.
Male and female Stephen Ministers are paired with male and female Care Receivers respectively. Confidentiality is key to the ministry. Stephen Ministers receive support through supervision, continuing education, and coaching on a monthly basis.
Stephen Ministry is open to the public; church membership is not required.
Free
The Community of Hope is a group of laypersons steeped in Benedictine spirituality, who serve others through compassionate listening. These persons, specially trained in the art of pastoral presence, serve as regular visitors to persons for a period of time, such as a season of illness or bereavement.
For service times and other details, please click on the above link to our website.
We are a bilingual congregation.
Heart 2 Heart is a ministry of San Antonio’s First Baptist Church and was founded on two simple principles:
- We all experience brokenness sometime in our life; and
- There is healing in God’s Word.
Divorce Care
Will anyone accept you after divorce? This group will. Take steps toward courage and wholeness with those who know how deeply divorce can cut.
Considering Forgiveness
Does forgiveness mean excusing harmful behavior? Is forgiveness necessary? Explore these difficult questions in a group that won't insult your dignity by minimizing or downplaying the hurt you have known.
Grief Share
Grief is a burden too heavy for anyone’s shoulders to bear alone. In this fellowship, you’ll find a group that stands by one another when the loss you’ve known bends you to the ground.
Men's Freedom Group
(meets year-round on Tuesdays)
We are a Christ-centered, 12 step self-help group providing a safe and confidential setting (apart from other H2H groups) for men recovering from sexual addiction. Our goal is to provide you with the support of fellow recovery travelers with once-weekly meetings year-round.
Journey to Restoration
This caring ministry creates a safe space for those who during childhood were abused, sexually, physically, emotionally, verbally or by neglect.
All groups are open to the community. You do not need to be a member of the church.
Register and see current schedule online here.
Free.
Join us for spiritual services.
We have resumed in person Sunday school classes.
Keeping Everyone Young in Spirit through fellowship, encouragement and friendship by loving Christ, loving one another and loving the city.
The main speaker program on Fridays begins at 11:00 AM with lunch starting at noon. Groups meet in Westminster Hall.
Also, monthly we celebrate birthdays of the month at a local restaurant.
Speaker program available through live stream if you’re unable to attend.
Contact Joe Moore at [email protected] for more information.
Members of our congregation and ministry partners such as the SA Hope Center (formerly the Christian Hope Resource Center, or CHRC), Christian Assistance Ministries (CAM), Any Woman Can (AWC), and others provide opportunities toward holistic transformation for neighbors who are struggling.
Note: Some of our partner organizations keep different on-site hours than those listed below for KRL.
Mentors from SA Hope Center are available to meet with guests to develop a long-term proactive plan to become more self-sufficient. Walk-in hours for one-time assistance and ID recovery: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM.
Any Woman Can offers free and confidential counseling services and health screenings Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM:
- Crisis pregnancy
- Sexual abuse or sexual assault
- Self esteem or relationship issues
- Anxiety, depression or emotional instability
- Coercion into commercial sex
- Counseling for couples
- Free STI Testing
- Free Pregnancy Tests
Use the 4th St basement entrance.
Free.
Stephen Ministry is the one-to-one lay caring ministry that takes place in participating congregations. Stephen Ministry congregations equip and empower lay caregivers-called Stephen Ministers-to provide high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care to people who are hurting.
Male and female Stephen Ministers are paired with male and female Care Receivers respectively. Confidentiality is key to the ministry. Stephen Ministers receive support through supervision, continuing education, and coaching on a monthly basis.
Stephen Ministry is open to the public; church membership is not required.
Free.
Please visit our website/Facebook page for service times and other details.
In order to learn more about mission opportunities at Redeemer, please contact Pastor Victor Martinez, [email protected].
Strong Foundation
To equip families coming out of homelessness to make a fresh start. Transitional home provides housing, mentorship, accountability and discipleship. Contact: Kim Barton
Kidz Time
Kidz Time takes place on the first Friday of every month. Contact: Kim Barton.
Young Life San Antonio South
Made up of volunteer adults who are concerned enough about kids to meet them where they are, in their culture building bridges of authentic friendship. Contact: Annie Mays, [email protected]
THRU Project
To help youth overcome the challenges of growing up in the foster care system by providing guidance, support, and advocacy in order to prepare them for life after foster care. Contact Kim Barton.
Pregnancy Care Center
Counseling young women at a critical point in their lives. Contact: Kim Barton
Join us in person for spiritual services.
Join us in person for spiritual services.
Click here to watch past services.
Join us in person for spiritual services.
Click here to learn more about our ministries.
Central Christian Church in downtown, San Antonio, is located at 720 North Main Avenue, on the corner of North Main Avenue and Camden Street, north of downtown San Antonio.
Parking is free on Sundays in the Central Christian Church parking lot at the corner of Quincy Street and North Main Avenue, and in the M & S Tower Parking Garage. Enter either parking area from Quincy Street.
The parking meters on Camden Street offer free parking on Sundays.
The Cursillo Movement is designed to help individuals become agents for change in our community by bringing Jesus Christ into every aspect of one’s life. The Cursillo experience begins with a three-day weekend retreat that is offered both in English and Spanish. Inspirational talks are given by the clergy and laypeople. After a Cursillo weekend, one joins a weekly fellowship group of other members of our community who have experienced the weekend and who now want to share their journey and Christian faith.
We are a bilingual congregation.
We are bilingual congregation.
This is a tribe where men can praise, worship and pray together. “as iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” - proverbs 27:17
Men
Free
This tribe supports those who are or have been incarcerated, as well as families of those who have been or are currently incarcerated. This is a no judgement zone. Our mission is to encourage and strengthen each other as we transition back into life. To guide and motivate one another to live a Godly life.
Men and Women.
Click here for more information.
Free.
Learn god’s way of handling money with Dave Ramsey’s 9-week course.
For online registration and materials, click here.
Men and Women.
$109 for materials.
Men and Women's Bible study and fellowship.
- Men meet 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM at VFW-Post 76.
- Men meet 4th Saturday of the month at Lion's Park at 9:30 AM for breakfast and bible study.
- Women's virtual bible study also available on Thursday evenings at 6:30 PM.
Click here for more information.
Free.