Care Ministries

We care about Mental Health because Jesus cares about each person; the whole person - mind, body and soul. The Mental Health Initiative (MHI) team organizes events to initiate conversations on mental health; to educate ourselves on facts and most helpful practices and to engage with the wider community around mental health care. Offering the free Sanctuary Course at Forest Brook is central to this mission. Developed as a resource tool to equip churches nationally, the Sanctuary Course consists of 8 video-learning sessions, each followed by in-person group discussions on various mental health topics.

Check out this list of local resources that support better mental health for all.

The Sanctuary Course

The Sanctuary Course was developed to equip churches to provide support for those with lived experience of mental health issues. It consists of 8 sessions which address different topics via an engaging video that offers a new understanding of mental health. Course participants hear from those who have experienced mental health challenges, including some church leaders. They also hear from pastors, theologians and psychologists who have worked in the mental health field. After each video, participants engage in a group discussion. A course guide as well as a discussion guide are provided.

The Sanctuary Course raises awareness as well as attempts to reduce the stigma attached to mental health. Overall, this course looks at mental health from a psychological, social and theological perspective. As a church community, it is important for us to understand what God and Scripture have to say about mental health and The Sanctuary Course is designed to do just that.

More information on the Sanctuary Course can be found at their website via the button below.

For specific information on the Sanctuary course offered at Forest Brook, please contact Linda Roy at linannroy@gmail.com

Discover freedom from life’s hurts, habits and hang-ups. You do not have to walk the journey of recovery alone. You are warmly invited to come to Celebrate Recovery, a biblical and balanced recovery program. It is designed for people seeking freedom and healing from negative beliefs about self, others or God, behaviors or relationship patterns. Examples include low self-esteem, need to control, depression, anger, co-dependency, perfectionism, fear of abandonment, dependency on alcohol or drugs, pornography, broken relationships and abuse.

Might Celebrate Recovery Be For Me?
Celebrate Recovery offers the opportunity to participate in a group fellowship where love and hope combine with God’s purpose to mend our lives.

Ask yourself:

Are there things in my life that I do that hurts others?
Is there something I wish I could live without?
Do I have a painful habit or hang-up from which I need to be freed?

If you answered “yes” to any of these statements then why not attend a Celebrate Recovery meeting to see if it is for you.

When: Mondays at 7:00 we are always here.
Where: On-line or in person - 60 Kearney Drive in Ajax

What should I expect?

7:00 PM - Large Group Session
This time begins your recovery in safe place of acceptance, which always includes worship, teaching or an inspiring testimony.

8:00 PM - Small Groups
These gender specific groups provide an opportunity for sharing and prayer. They are open for you to join at any time.

Where do I get more information about Celebrate Recovery?
Check out the Canadian web-site at www.celebraterecovery.ca to learn more about this program that is active in 40,000 churches worldwide, 27 Languages, with over 7 million people attending Celebrate Recovery groups.

Men's and Women's Step Studies:
New Celebrate Recovery Step Studies will be opening in the near future. All are welcome.

How can I find out more about Celebrate Recovery at Forest Brook?

Feel free to contact church office or
David Percival - Ministry Lead - 905-621-5071 or david.percival1@outlook.com