Peeling Parents Off the Ceiling

Since 1979

"Sometimes all a hurting parent needs is someone who understands to help lift them up." - Barbara Johnson

Our Story

Founded by Barbara and Bill Johnson, Spatula Ministries emerged from their own journey through family crisis. When Barbara found herself "stuck to the ceiling" during times of family trauma, she discovered that a gentle approach – much like a spatula carefully lifting a delicate cookie – was needed to help parents through their darkest moments.

Why a Spatula?

Barbara often said, "When crisis hits, parents often find themselves plastered to the ceiling in shock and grief. They need someone with a spatula of love to gently peel them off."This simple kitchen tool became a powerful metaphor for:

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Gentle support

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Patient care

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Careful lifting

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Tender guidance

Our Mission

Spatula Ministries continues Barbara's legacy by:

1. Supporting parents in crisis

2. Providing hope through shared experiences

3. Offering practical resources for healing

4. Creating communities of understanding

5. Sharing God's love through practical support

Services We Offer

Support Groups

  • Virtual and in-person meetings

  • Specialized groups for specific challenges

  • Trained facilitators

  • Safe spaces for sharing

Resources

  • Reading materials

  • Prayer support

  • Crisis intervention guidance

  • Professional referrals

  • Online community forums

Educational Programs

  • Workshops

  • Webinars

  • Speaking engagements

  • Training for support group leaders

Areas of Support

Family Crisis

  • Estrangement

  • Loss

  • Addiction

  • Mental health challenges

  • Relationship healing

Grief Support

  • Loss of a child

  • Processing trauma

  • Finding hope

  • Moving forward

  • Building community

Reconciliation

  • Family restoration

  • Communication tools

  • Healing processes

  • Boundary setting

  • Understanding and acceptance

Get Help

Immediate Support

  • Crisis Hotline: [Number]

  • Email Support: [Email]

  • Online Chat: [Link]

  • Emergency Resources: [Link]

Join a Group

  • Find local meetings

  • Connect virtually

  • Start a group

  • Training opportunities

Request a Speaker

  • Church events

  • Support groups •

  • Conferences

  • Workshops

Success Stories

"Spatula Ministries gave me hope when I thought all was lost..."

Anonymous Parent

"The support I received helped me reconnect with my family..."

Support Group Member

Get Involved

Volunteer

  • Group facilitation

  • Event support

  • Administrative help

  • Online community moderation

Donate

  • Support our mission

  • Sponsor programs

  • Fund resources

  • Enable outreach

Training

  • Become a facilitator

  • Learn support techniques

  • Develop leadership skills

  • Understanding crisis intervention

Resources

Reading List

  • Barbara Johnson's books

  • Recommended titles

  • Study guides

  • Support materials

Tools

  • Crisis management guides

  • Prayer resources

  • Communication worksheets

  • Family restoration workbooks

Professional Network

  • Counselors

  • Therapists

  • Support organizations

  • Crisis centers

Stay Connected

Newsletter

  • Monthly updates

  • Success stories

  • Resource highlights

  • Event announcements

Social Media

  • Facebook support group

  • Instagram inspiration

  • Twitter updates

  • YouTube channel

Contact Us

General Inquiries

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Emergency Support

  • 24/7 Crisis Line: [Number]

Locations

New York, NY, USA

You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let us help with

our spatula of love.

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