Wellness Ministry

Our Abundant Life Ministry focuses on the development of a health ministry, in co-operation with church members, church leaders, the community, local agencies, and hospitals. Ministry team members and the Parish Health Coordinator work together with God's guidance to facilitate seminars, classes, and health related events and activities. Together, they identify the health needs and concerns of the congregation, and plan and implement programs that promote wellness. Abundant Life focuses on a “whole person" approach to wellness and healing, believing that wholeness involves harmony among mind, body, and spirit.

Areas of health and wellness promotion and disease prevention include CPR classes, exercise classes, blood drives, BP screening, Divorce Care programming, Remembrance luncheons, referrals to community resources, and most importantly listening and loving the members, friends, and visitors of First Presbyterian Church. For additional information, please contact Denise Ellis, RN, Parish Health Coordinator, 843.448.4496. 

 
 
YOGA Classes

Certified Yoga trainer leads these Gentle Yoga classes. Come, relax, and stretch; a great way to start your day. Bring a mat or towel! Call 843.448.4496 to register. For additional information, contact Denise Ellis, RN, Parish Health Coordinator

 
DATE: Tuesdays & Fridays (September - May)
TIME: 9:00 – 10:00 AM
LOCATION: Wilkes Hall,Grissom Campus
COST: $4.00 per session
INSTRUCTOR: Margo Taylor, Yoga Certified

 

 
Alzheimer's Support Group
 

Are you caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia? Or do you want to help a friend who is dealing with  Alzheimer’s? We invite you to join our Support Group and learn new ways to deal with some of the problems.

FPC Alzheimer's Support Group meets year-round. Come discuss your needs and/or better ways of caring or your loved one. This support group is designed for the earlier stages of Alzheimer's when your loved one is still living in your home. Alzheimer's Association of SouthCarolina is working closely with this group. Our leaders have trained and are well prepared. For additional information, contact Denise Ellis, RN, Parish Health Coordinator.

 

2011 Walk to End Alzheimer's

 
DATE: 2nd Thursday of the month
TIME: 11:00 AM
LOCATION: Parlor, Kings Campus, 2nd floor
FACILITATORS: FPC Members, Laura McNab & Sharon Simmons

 

 
Comfort Zoners’ Ministry
 

Are you a surviving spouse? Join our group each month for lunch & “a little philosophy.” Group meets September - May. Contact Denise Ellis, RN, Parish Health Coordinator, 843.448.4496 for further information.

 
DATE: Saturdays, last of every month
TIME: 12 Noon
LOCATION: Friendly’s Restaurant, 48th & Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach
COST: Lunch is Dutch Treat 

 

 
 
Comfort Zoners Celebrate Halloween

 

 
Prayer Shawl Ministry
 

Do you crochet or knit? This group crafts shawls, lap robes, and hats for those who are ill or bereaved. We invite you to come, join in fellowship, and craft much appreciated items created with love. Group meets September - May. Contact Denise Ellis, RN, Parish Health Coordinator, 843.448.4496 for further information.

 

DATE: Wednesdays
TIME: 1:00 PM
LOCATION: Meeting Room B, Grissom Campus, 2nd floor