Addiction Recovery Community (ARC)

If you or someone you love is recovering from substance abuse, you are welcome in this group intended to encourage, provide empathy and holy inspiration for recovering addicts and their loved ones. We use the Serenity Bible that includes a 12-step program and walks through the New Testament. There are many verses to support each step and provide the basis of discussion. Click here to join this ABF group.

DivorceCare

Find help and healing from the hurt of separation and divorce. DivorceCare is a DVD-based course led by people who understand what you are going through and will walk alongside you. 

GriefShare

If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. GriefShare is a DVD-based class led by people who understand and will help you move toward rebuilding your life. 

Nehemiah Company // LGBTQ Family Members Support Group

Do you have a loved one struggling with same-sex attraction or choosing to live in the LGBTQ lifestyle? Attend Nehemiah Company to find support and encouragement from others who can relate.

Nehemiah 4:14 “And I looked and arose and said to the nobles and to the officials and to the rest of the people, ‘Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your homes.”

Renewing Waters - Depression and Anxiety Support Group

This biblically-based program provides gospel-centered guidance for those struggling with depression or anxiety. It provides practical tools for those looking for hope in the context of a support community. The support group is designed to bring believers together in a safe, confidential environment. Limited to 25 participants.

Women's Caregiver Support

Our Women's Caregiver Support group is for women who are caring for a spouse, loved one, or friend. Meet with others with similar experiences to find support and encouragement.

Support Group Information and Registration

Merciful Wings

Merciful Wings exists to help show Christ's love and provide support to those hurting from the loss of miscarriage. Do you know someone who has suffered a miscarriage? Please let us know. We'd love to connect with them, and provide resources to help them in this season of loss and grief. 

Contact Melanie Lijenquist

Stephen Ministers

When facing difficulty in life, it's often helpful to gain encouragement and support from a confidential, Christian friend. Berean has trained men and women to come alongside those who are struggling. Our caregivers listen, pray and offer hope. This ministry is always confidential and pairs people with a caregiver of the same gender.

To request a caregiver, contact Pastor Brent Birdsall.

Visitation

To request a hospital or home visit, please email Pastor Brent Birdsall., or dial 952.223.1806.

Marriage Mentors

Marriage Mentors are equipped to coach both engaged and married couples in preventing relational problems and enriching marriage. They are not counselors but are trained to know when and how to refer a couple to a licensed professional counselor.

Please contact Pastor Roger Thompson to learn more.

Career or Financial Coaching

Berean offers both career and budget coaching. One-to-one assistance is available for you, whether to gain sustainable employment or to organize and strengthen personal finances. 

Please contact Jessie Anderson for more information.

Benevolent Ministry

The benevolent ministry provides financial and spiritual support to members of our church congregation and members of our community who are in crisis.

To request help please contact Jessie Anderson.

Sunday Shuttle

The Berean shuttle bus runs Sunday mornings to transport individuals from their homes or facilities to our Burnsville Campus.

To arrange for a ride, contact Pastor Brent Birdsall.