Support Groups

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Cancer Support Group

The Cancer Support Group is made up of people who are cancer survivors. They provide support and encouragement for cancer patients and family members whose lives have been impacted by a cancer diagnosis. The group meets the second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM in Room 2010 of the Family Life Center (Downtown Campus).

Career Transition Network

Job loss or a desire to change careers happens to most of us. In this time of economic uncertainty, if you find yourself unemployed, downsized, or just seeking change, the FUMC Career Transition Ministry is here to support you. We give you the tools to write an effective résumé, help you market yourself, network, interview and even explore the world of freelancing. Career Transition Ministry volunteers are experienced in career counseling, human resources, communication, marketing, and going out on your own. For more information, contact Rev. Rick Mang (817-481-2559). Click here for more information...

Choices Al-Anon Family Group

We are now hosting Choices Al-Anon Family Group at our church. This is an existing group that is expanding. Al-Anon is an anonymous fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics. The group shares their experiences, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. The group meets three times during the week: Mondays at 6:00 PM, Wednesdays at 12:00 noon, and Fridays at 6:00 PM, all in Room 2011 of the Family Life Center. All meetings are one hour long. For more information, contact Brenda Ballard (817-521-7291). For more information about Al-Anon in general, go to www.al-anon.alateen.org.

Depression Connection: Gain Understanding, Help and Hope

When suffering from depression/ bipolar or a related disorder, learn what helps and what hurts. Depression Connection support group meets Tuesdays in Room 4 at the Heritage Campus, 6:30-8:00 PM. The group is structured to include approximately ten individuals and a licensed, trained facilitator. In addition to an opportunity to communicate about one’s individual concerns, an educational component is included in each meeting. Research confirms that people who participate in regular support groups often experience a better quality of life and a greater likelihood of recovery from the symptoms of depression, anxiety disorder and bipolar disorder. Questions? Contact Katherine Hunter at 817-481-2559 x 130 or

Dream Makers - For Parents/Caretakers of Special Needs Children

Dream Makers is a group of parents organized to provide a support system for the parents and families of special needs children and adults. Do you or someone you know have a child with special needs? Would you like to know more about our support group for families of special needs children? Contact Lorie Payne or Nathan Firmin for more info about upcoming Dream Makers meetings. Click here for more information about ministries for special needs.

Families Anonymous

Families Anonymous is a group of concerned relatives and friends who have faced up to the reality that the problems of someone close to them is adversely affecting the lives of others. Anyone whose life has been adversely affected by another person's use of drugs, alcohol, or other behavioral problems is welcome. Meets Thursdays, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in Heritage House. Contacts: Cathy and Craig Morris, 817-498-4901.

Grief Support

If you have lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you've probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This can be a confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things you've never faced before. First Methodist Grapevine periodically offers groups like GriefShare or Good Grief to help you through these difficult times. Click here for more information...

Heart’s Desire Infertility Support Group

Heart’s Desire is a support and encouragement group for individuals or couples struggling with fertility challenges. Infertility affects 11% of couples of reproductive age, which is over 10 million couples in the United States. Yet when it happens to you, you feel like you are completely alone--all your friends seem to be having children, you feel like no one understands the pain and loss that you are going through, and simply sitting in church seeing all the happy families can be almost unbearable. Since it is such a personal and sensitive topic, no one talks about it, and you don’t realize that people all around you may have experienced the same devastating feelings. Heart’s Desire is a safe place to share those feelings if you choose, listen to the testimony of others, ask questions, and form relationships with people who can pray for you and support you during this difficult time. For more information contact: Kristen Cramer at