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Emotional clarity is the practice of slowing down long enough to understand what is happening in your heart before deciding what to do next.
EmotionsA practical guide for teaching your kids to identify process their emotions with God and others--and work through meltdowns.
EmotionsThis guide gives clarity to the process and what the role of the church leadership is in the mediation and reconciliation process.
LeadershipConfidentiality is important but can be confusing. This handout gives clarity for discernment about what confidentiality is, and what it isn't, for effective church support care.
Ministry OperationsOaks' confidentiality policy and commitment for ministry volunteers to sign and give to their Oaks ministry leader.
Ministry OperationsThis is a process for church leaders and support volunteers to follow in the case of mental health or abuse crisis.
Ministry OperationsThis intake form is the first step in connecting with Oaks Ministry Collaborative. It provides the Oaks ministry team with information needed to thoughtfully guide participants toward next steps for support, whether that is an advocate, healing group, restorative prayer, or another resource.
Ministry OperationsA practical guide for churches, ministry leaders, and volunteers seeking to build a culture of rehabilitative relationships. This manual outlines the philosophy, volunteer roles, ministry practices, and relational principles that shape Oaks Ministry Collaborative, helping churches cultivate sustainable, Christ-centered care.
Ministry OperationsThis form provides guidelines for maintaining confidentiality within Oaks Ministry Collaborative and ensures that participants understand how personal information is handled within our ministry relationships.
Ministry OperationsThis is a book summary and conversation guide for Side by Side by Edward Welch, a book that gives a robust picture of church support care.
Ministry ResourcesLearn and share what Oaks Ministry Collaborative believes about the gospel and core tenets of the Christian faith, and how that impacts our understanding of human purpose, suffering, and healing.
Ministry VisionIf you're wondering what resources to utilize in your support connections—start here with our recommended resources list!
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