Care & Support
It’s our joy to share the love of Christ with you through care and support in all of life’s challenges.
Care & Support
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” -Jesus (Matthew 5:4)
No matter how well you plan, hard times come to us all. God calls the church to comfort those who suffer, and we take that responsibility seriously. Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church has a strong team of volunteer Deacons and other trained servants who are available to help when you are in need. Many of our services are available to you even if you are not a current member of our congregation so please do not hesitate to reach out to us. In addition to the services listed, we are also prepared to pray with and for you. You can connect with us by visiting on a Sunday or using one of the options below.
Food and Clothing Support
Anyone who finds themselves in need of food or clothing can make an appointment with our friendly volunteers at our Care Cottage (the little house with the red door next to our parking lot on Lacassie Avenue). At your appointment you will be greeted by a helper who assists you with shopping for your needs, and can send you off with a few new outfits and a food box to help make ends meet, all free of charge. Items are donated by members of the congregation and community, as well as through the Contra Costa Food Bank. During the Christmas season our clothing closet turns into a toy store for families in need of a helping hand to shop at no cost for Christmas presents.
Schedule an Appointment
(925) 937-3978
Appointment Hours
Tuesdays – 1:30, 2:15, 3:00 PM
Wednesdays – 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 AM
Fridays – 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 AM
Care Ministries
Memorials
WCPC desires to offer you and your family deep comfort during your time of loss. We are honored to help you honor your loved one with a memorial service in our sanctuary.
For more information please contact Michele Haddon at [email protected]
Home Visits
The church can come to you when you cannot come to church. WCPC has volunteer home visitors, chaplains, and Deacons who are trained to help when you or your family member is in isolation either from age, illness, or any other reason. We can bring home communion, send letters of encouragement, pray with you, and keep you company.
For more information, contact [email protected] and specify your need in the subject line.
Divorce Care
Families who are facing divorce often feel like they have nowhere to turn for support. WCPC offers a weekly class for adults who are divorced or separated to help them recover and thrive while learning tools for dealing with anger, depression, loneliness, childcare challenges, and forgiveness.
For more information, contact Harriette Heibel at [email protected] or 925-383-9821.
Boundaries
It can be challenging to set boundaries without worrying you will upset or hurt someone. Do you need help to set healthy limits or to learn to be confident when saying no? Perhaps you have complicated family dynamics such as a previous divorce or a strained parent/child relationship. Consider joining a 10-week Boundaries class based on the Cloud and Townsend bestselling book and DVD series, Boundaries, When to Say Yes, When to Say No to Take Control of Your Life to get the support you need to set appropriate boundaries for yourself.
For more information, contact Harriette Heibel at [email protected] or 925-383-9821.
Community of Helpers
Motivated by our love for Christ and to love our neighbor, the James Ministry connects
people who request help with our volunteer community of helpers. We befriend and
serve those who are unable to complete simple home & garden tasks due to age,
medical, or financial situations.
Request Care
Devona Brazier
Director of Outreach
“Working in the community with our congregation is my favorite part of my job. When we serve our neighbors together we build new connections between us that highlight how we are all God’s children.”