Rapha Support Services

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1 Rapha Support Services Member Handbook Phone: / Fax: info@raphaservices.org 1297 Calder Ave. Beaumont, TX 77701

2 SUMMARY OF RAPHA SUPPORT SERVICES Rapha Support Services is a matrix of services providing alternative options for health care that addresses the whole person - spirit, soul, and body. Services are available to the public. Families, churches, and businesses have opportunity to become an RSS member for reduced rates on services. Every effort is made to serve all requests through a benevolence fund. One-third of all donations goes into the benevolence fund. Donations are tax-deductible. RSS is a 501c(3) non-profit organization that is a service organization reaching out to meet the needs in our community. Rapha Support Services are not meant to substitute for the advice of your own physician or other professional. Services are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We do not offer or practice medical procedures or diagnose diseases or treat medical conditions. We support people with wellness care as appropriate for whatever challenges they are facing. 2

3 Education pg Life skills classes 2. Seminar workshops 3. Drug education 4. Specialized training classes 5. Educational materials Counseling Services pg Individual and family counseling 2. Marriage and pre-marriage programs 3. Anger management 4. Drug and alcohol recovery Health Services pg Nutritional evaluations 2. Weight loss programs 3. Detoxification 4. Thermal imaging services 5. Massage therapy 6. Laboratory assessments 7. Pain management Professional Products pg Nutritional products 2. Herbal products Prayer Support pg Prayer teams Other Membership Opportunities pg The People s Ministry 2. Good Herbs Administration pg. 16 Membership rates Benevolence fund 3

4 1. Life Skills Classes are offered through the ministry of Christian Women s Job Corp. These classes are meant to provide the skills needed to assist obtaining a job and for being a functional member of the community. Classes are approximately 12 weeks in length and are scheduled according to demand. Classes are free and personal mentoring is included for those enrolled in the program. RSS has plans to initiate a Christian Men s Job Corp soon. EDUCATION Financial Literacy Boundaries in Relationships Job Readiness Computer Skills Parenting Skills Biblical Foundations 2. Seminar Workshops are provided each week in the Rapha Café at 1297 Calder Ave. in Beaumont. The seminars are usually an hour in length with topics about health and wellness - spirit, soul, and body. The presentation may be DVD on the big screen or with a class facilitator. Topics are posted on the web site. Refreshments are served, some free and some for a fee. Popcorn, organic healthy coffee, regular coffee, water, and smoothies. 3. Drug Education - 12 hour Drug and Alcohol Dependency Awareness Program. (Certificate upon completion) Workbook with DVDs Certificate of Completion 4

5 EDUCATION 4. Specialized Training Classes Basics of Counseling Advanced Christian Counseling Drug and Alcohol Counseling Biblical Naturopathy Biblical Eating and Clinical Nutrition Prayer and Spiritual Healing Biblical Freedom Techniques Leaves of the Tree - Herbology Cleansing the Temple - Detoxification Sclerology - Reading the Red Lines in the Whites of the Eyes Iridology - Iris Analysis Body Electric - Energetic Response Testing Functional Analysis Establishing a Ministry Practice 5. Educational Materials Understanding and Improving Health Biblical Naturopathy Biblical Eating and Clinical Nutrition Prayer and Spiritual Healing Biblical Freedom Techniques Leaves of the Tree - Herbology Cleansing the Temple - Detoxification Sclerology - Reading the Red Lines in the Whites of the Eyes Iridology - Iris Analysis Body Electric - Energetic Response Testing Functional Analysis Establishing a Ministry Practice 5

6 COUNSELING SERVICES 1. Individual and Family Counseling from Certified Faith-Based Clinical Counselors. The counselors use the Bible and prayer as their guide for healing and restoration (not indoctrination). 2. Marriage and Pre-Marriage Programs Before I Say I Do - This is a 14 week pre-marital program with counselor and workbook covering: 1. What is Marriage? 2. Uniqueness and Acceptance in Marriage 3. Love as a Basis for Marriage 4. What Do You Expect from Marriage 5. A Vision Statement 6. Fulfilling Needs in Marriage 7. Roles, Responsibilities, & Decision Making 8. In-Laws, Out-Laws - It is Your Choice 9. Communication 10. Conflict (or Sound the Battle Cry!) 11. Finances 12. Sex in Marriage 13. Your Spiritual Life Together 14. Planning Your Wedding and Vows Oneness - customized marriage restoration program with counselor, workbook,and DVDs Fireproof - 6 week marriage in crisis program with counselor, workbook, and movie clips A Time for Healing - 7 week divorce recovery program with workbook and counselor 6

7 COUNSELING SERVICES 3. Anger Management - Individualized program with counselor and workbook - length as needed to satisfy court requirements, - 3, 6, 9, 12, or 18 week program. 4. GOD14 (Getting Off Drugs in 14 Weeks) is a proven drug and alcohol recovery program combining (1) detoxification through nutritional supplementation; (2) identification and correction of mental and emotional triggers connected to the addiction; and (3) personal spiritual growth challenges aimed at empowering the individual to remain addiction free. * GOD14 - Drug and Alcohol Recovery (1) Includes nutritional protocol for breaking the physical addiction Out-patient Initial 2 hour assessment 14 sessions with counselor 14 week recovery workbook GOD14 - Drug and Alcohol Recovery (2) Without nutritional protocol Out-patient Initial 2 hour assessment 14 sessions with counselor 14 week recovery workbook * The treatment and recovery services are exclusively religious in nature and are not subject to the licensure or regulation by the Texas Department of State Health Services. This program offers only non-medical treatment and recovery methods such as prayer, moral guidance, spiritual counseling, and scriptural study. 7

8 HEALTH SERVICES 1. Nutritional Evaluations The Compass Bio-feedback Analysis sends a sequence of stimuli to monitor the response of 76 different bio-markers such as digestion, immune, kidney, etc. The report shows the number bio-markers out of balance with herbal recommendations for restoring balance. A Naturopathic Evaluation is comprised of a read of the tongue, fingernails, eyes, and conducting a technique called response testing. This is a very informative investigative process. An Eyeology Assessment is a detail photographic analysis of the iris and sclera of the eyes (Iridology and sclerology). A proven method showing current conditions and future weaknesses. 2. Weight Loss Programs The hcg program - lose up to 1 lb/of fat per day homeopathic drops and customized diet. Those on this program should schedule an appointment to assess their readiness for this highly successful program. The Irvingia Program provides a combination of natural compounds that combat fat accumulation via eight distinct mechanisms. Other non-stimulant products are available along with evaluation of diet, thyroid, liver, and adrenal function. 8

9 HEALTH SERVICES 3. Detoxification Customized protocols using diet, herbs, and nutrition Infrared sauna (30 minute session) - The average person s sweat is 3% toxins and 97% water. In a Sunlight Infrared Sauna the sweat is 20% toxins. Ionic detoxification works by generating positively charged ions in the body that attach to negatively charged toxins. This neutralizes the toxins and enables their removal by osmosis through the pores of the feet in a foot bath. This is a 30 minute painless session. Bring a book to read. Homeopathic remedies are available for gentle cleansing. 4. Thermal Imaging Services is an early detection system that provides an accurate assessment of inflammation. Primarily used for breast screening and early detection of abnormal tissue. Breast screening (5 images) Women s/men s screening (13-17 images) Full body screening (32 images) 5. Massage Therapy Full body therapeutic and lymphatic massage 9

10 HEALTH SERVICES 6. Laboratory Assessments Hair analysis - A hair tissue mineral analysis is a screening test for the level of 20 minerals and toxic metals. Since the blood is continually flowing across the hair follicle, the minerals levels in the hair may reflect body tissue levels. A hair tissue mineral analysis can provide pertinent information about your metabolic rate, energy levels, sugar and carbohydrate tolerance, stage of stress, immune system, and glandular activity. Assistance can be provided for understanding a standard blood test from a nutritional perspective. A standard blood panel workup is available without a doctor s order. Hormone testing via saliva is more accurate than a blood test. Saliva collection is simple, non-invasive, and can be performed in the privacy of your home. The kit comes with a prepaid shipping envelope to facilitate shipping to the lab. The results are sent to the referring practitioner. 7. Pain Management Experience pain remediation and management with a Wellness Pro TENS unit. The device also provides innervation for nerve and circulation issues. Magnetic Pulsar - cellular magnetic harmonizing for pain and restoring of damaged tissue. 10

11 PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS Superior grade supplements are carried that are only available to professional health care practitioners. We also carry whole food vitamin-mineral supplements. Some of the product lines are listed below: Standard Process - whole food plus glandulars Right Foods / Innate Response - whole food multi vitamin-minerals Advanced Naturals - digestion and cleansing products Douglas Labs - specialty products used by medical doctors Good Herbs - highest quality and potency of common and uncommon herbs in the US Designs for Health - practitioner formulated Karuna - practitioner formulated Desbio - homeopathic remedies Office pickup is preferable on Mondays and Fridays or call in advance and your order will be ready for you. Online ordering is possible with many items through 11

12 PRAYER SUPPORT Beloved, I wish above all things that you may prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospers. (3 John 1:2) John's prayer here for his friend was that he would be successful and be in good health. The word of God brought forth in prayer is powerful not just to our spirit but to our whole being. The book of Proverbs puts it this way For they (the words of God) are life unto those that find them and health to all their flesh. (Proverbs 4:22) Simply put, prayer is a proven prescription! It's good for what ails you. If you would like to meet with a prayer team for prayer over a particular matter, please call the office at to schedule an appointment. There is no charge, but a love offering to the ministry is appreciated. There are several intercessory prayer groups that communicate and pray on a regular basis. your prayer request to info@raphaservices.org and it will be forwarded to an intercessory group. 12

13 OTHER MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 13

14 OTHER MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 14

15 OTHER MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES What sets Good Herbs apart from other herbal extract companies? They have developed a superior, high quality product through their no-heat, traditional method of herbal production using the purest organic and wild -crafted herbs from around the world. Although time-consuming, it is the most effective way to produce the finest products which get results. To become a member of Good Herbs, Inc., you can sign the Member application from Rapha Support Services or call Good Herbs at with the sponsor number If you sign up by phone, a Member application must still be completed and returned to Good Herbs. Upon approval of your application a Member number will be assigned to you. The $40 membership fee to Good Herbs provides a Member packet, wholesale prices, and the book A Practical Guide to Herbs and Natural Supplements. 15

16 ADMINISTRATION Families, businesses, and churches may become a member of Rapha Support Services by filling out and returning the Agreements of Understanding along with completing the following below. The Agreements of Understanding can be downloaded from the web site ( or picked up at the office (1297 Calder, Beaumont, TX 77701). Family Membership (4 options to join): 1. Membership donation of $99 2. Attend at least 5 seminar workshops and bring a total of 5 friends 3. Recruit at least 5 others to join RSS that list you as the referral 4. Purchase $300 worth of supplements or services over a 30 day period (show receipts) Church or Business Membership: A Business or Church Membership provides discounted services to all full-time employees with a membership donation of $299. The organization will need to supply a list of the names of current employees. As members make use of services, they will be issued a membership card. Remember that donations are tax deductible and that 30% of all donations goes into the RSS Benevolence Fund. Memberships are maintained with a yearly donation of at least $149 for churches and business, and $49 for a family. 16

17 ADMINISTRATION RSS Members receive reduced rates on the services listed below. A rate card can be downloaded from the web site ( or picked up at the office (1297 Calder, Beaumont, TX 77701). 1. Biblical counseling for individuals and families 2. Drug & alcohol recovery program (GOD14 ) 3. Anger management counseling 4. Parenting skills - educational counseling 5. Marriage restoration programs 6. Drug and alcohol abuse education 7. Pain elimination and pain management 8. Nutritional health evaluations (personal assessments or computerized) 9. Weight loss programs that improve health 10. Detoxification (diet and herbs, infrared sauna, and ionic detoxification) 11. Selected professional nutritional supplements 12. Thermography (thermal imaging for the detection of inflammation and abnormal tissue) 13. Therapeutic and lymphatic massage 14. Free workshops and seminars every week in the Rapha Café (free popcorn) 15. Life skill classes (free as a part of Christian Women s Job Corp) 17

18 ADMINISTRATION RSS Benevolence Fund The purpose of the Benevolence Fund is assist those in need of RSS services. The Benevolence Fund is open to members and non-members of RSS. The benevolence process is as follows: All applications for assistance will be submitted to the Benevolence Committee. The application is on the RSS website or it can also be picked up at 1297 Calder. The receptionist is not available to assist in filling out the application. The committee chairman is in office once a week to conduct interviews when deemed necessary. Applications that have been dropped off will not be considered or finalized until all the information requested has been submitted. The receptionist or office worker should not receive the application unless the following documentation is included and the application looks complete. The list of information needed with each application is listed below. Completed benevolence application with request for RSS services Copy of I.D. (driver s license and or state I.D.) Copy of paycheck stub if employed Copy of electricity bill for proof of residency 18

19 ADMINISTRATION RSS Benevolence Fund (cont.) Once the completed application and all documents have been submitted it will be reviewed by the Benevolence Committee and the applicant will receive a response within 7-10 business days. The approved application will be signed by a recognized official. The application must be approved before an appointment or services will be scheduled, except for those already receiving services. Services and benevolence support may not be provided if the RSS Benevolence Fund is depleted. All applications and documentation will be respected as private and personal information. After an application has been reviewed and a decision made, the information submitted for benevolence will be held for up to 4 weeks or until services have ended, at which time all private information will be destroyed. 19

20 ASSOCIATED ORGANIZATIONS Compassion Christian Counseling Getting Well Naturally Christian Women s Job Corp Celestial Touch Thermal Imaging Services LifeCare Nutritionals ZRT (Hormone Testing) International Institute of Faith Based Counseling Life Training Institute The People s Ministry Good Herbs International Iridology Practitioners Association