We All Need Help
It can be hard to ask for help because we sometimes feel ashamed. The Bible teaches that we are all in a place of need—of forgiveness and reconciliation with God. When we turn from our sin and place our faith in Christ, we no longer need to hide; we are made new, forgiven, and adopted into God’s family forever.
Yet, we still have needs on this earth—emotional, spiritual, relational, financial, and in other ways. God uses the body of Christ to help us grow spiritually and receive tangible care. We can rest in what is true of us in Christ as we reach out for help. There is great hope in the love of Christ!
The following Cherrydale ministries are available to help you in time of need:
Elder Council Shepherding
Each Cherrydale elder is responsible for a group of members to shepherd in their walk with Christ. They long to provide care, prayer, and guidance to you, especially in times of great need. If you do not know who your shepherding elder is, please contact our church office.
Lay Counseling Ministry
While each of our pastors meet with members of the church family for biblical counseling, we also have a team of trained lay counselors of both genders who are equipped to intentionally walk with members of the body. Using Ephesians 4:22–24 as our model for biblical counseling, we offer intensive discipleship emphasizing God’s Word in believers’ lives to give hope and bring about heart and life change. Learn more.
Women’s Care & Counsel Deacons
A team of female deacons come alongside the elders to provide support to women in spiritually challenging times. They provide a listening ear, prayer, and encouragement to women and supportive insight to our church elders. Women attending Cherrydale should feel free to directly reach out to one of these deacons or to talk to one of the elders with any questions about this ministry.
Counseling Referrals
For those in need of additional counseling, our pastors can make a referral based on your need. One biblical counseling practice we refer to frequently is HeartSong Counseling in Northern Virginia.
Prayer
There are many ways to request and receive prayer. You may email a prayer request and indicate whether it’s confidential or may be shared with the church family. If confidential, only the church staff and pastors will pray for it. Otherwise, your prayer request will be shared in our weekly Prayer Prompter, which is made available through our weekly Connections email. In addition, elders and church members are available for prayer on Sunday mornings. Learn more.
Care Ministry
Caring for one another in tangible ways as a church family is a visible reflection of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our Care Deacons oversee several ministries that include help with rides to and from church, meals during a tough season, and other areas of support for Cherrydale members. Please reach out to our church office for more information.
