Support Group for
Bipolar and Related Illnesses

Who are we? We're not professionals --  just folks who have bipolar illness or who have loved ones with this disorder or a related one (schizophrenia, borderline personality, etc.). We acknowledge that God is the healer, but that He often uses human knowledge, contact, love, networks, and support to perform the healing. Also, we acknowledge that even as we seek to ease suffering, suffering can bring us closer to God. Our goal is not to preach, but to express Christ's love to those in need, regardless of their spiritual beliefs.

What do we do? One Monday a month we have an outside speaker who is usually a mental health professional. The other Monday is focused on support, sharing and prayer

When do we meet?

• Every other Monday (see calendar for dates) in the Chapel Lounge (2nd floor)
• Support group for friends and family of those with bipolar & related illnesses meets 6:30-7:45 pm
• Support group for those with bipolar & related illnesses meets 8:00-9:15 pm

For additional information, please call the church office at 723-1621, ext. 235, or email Bob Mills.

A disease that gets no chicken pie
By Bob Mills, Winston-Salem Journal Guest Columnist
October 6, 2003
Bob is a member of First Presbyterian Church who was diagnosed with leukemia spring 2003 and with bipolar disorder 6 years earlier. Read his candid article about the "two killers" he wrestles with and lives with daily.

For additional information, please call the church office at 723-1621, ext. 235, or email Bob Mills.