Biblical Soul Care and Discipleship
Cornerstone Soul Care and Discipleship
We are now accepting counseling requests from everyone, both current Cornerstone members and those outside our church community. If you are seeking biblical counseling, please complete the forms below to begin the process of connecting with a counselor who can meet your needs.
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About Our Soul Care Ministry
Cornerstone Biblical Soul Care and Discipleship provides counseling to help individuals and couples meet the challenges of life in a way that encourages spiritual growth and trust in God. It is our goal to help others understand their problems and God’s good purposes in them. As complicated as life can be, we believe that the Bible has answers to life’s problems and questions. We offer hope as we offer Christ-centered wisdom and practical help from a biblical perspective. The Bible is full of timeless truths and promises to those who follow God’s ways. After reviewing this information, please contact our office if you have more questions.
To schedule a counseling session, follow the instructions under “How do I begin” below.
Who are the counselors?
Our counselors consist of trained pastors and church members certified, or in the process of being certified, by the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC) (see http://www.biblicalcounseling.com for more information).
What types of problems do you address in counseling?
Counseling is available for any problems you may be facing – marriage, parenting, conflicts, grief, addictions, depression, anxiety, anger, etc. We believe the Bible provides sufficient guidance and instruction not only for faith but also for the practical issues of life (2 Peter 1:3, Romans 15:4). Our counseling is based on biblical principles rather than those of secular psychology.
What’s the cost?
The counseling sessions are provided at no cost as a ministry of Cornerstone Community Church. However, if you have benefited from counseling and wish to contribute to the ongoing needs of our counseling ministry, donations are always appreciated.
When is counseling available?
Counseling is scheduled through the church office by appointment only. Days and hours vary depending on the counselor’s schedule. We aim to begin your counseling as soon as possible. However, since the majority of our counselors are volunteers to the ministry, and we cannot control the level of demand, there may be a wait time before counseling can begin. We sincerely appreciate your patience.
How long will the counseling last?
Counseling sessions typically last about one hour. Sometimes, depending on the problem, it may only be necessary to meet for one or two sessions. Other times, counseling may extend for several weeks, but generally not more than a few months.
What will be expected of me in counseling?
You will be expected to show a desire to grow and change — guided by biblical principles and empowered by the Holy Spirit. You will be required to complete homework assignments between sessions to implement and ensure lasting change. There may also be an expense involved in the purchase of books or other resources that your counselor may recommend.
How do I begin?
Before we schedule your counseling session, we require two preliminary steps:
1. Carefully read our Informed Consent and Counseling Policy.
2. Inquire into the availability of a counselor by filling out a Request for Counseling form.
3. If a counselor is available, you will be directed to fill out our online Personal Data Inventory form.
4. After we receive your PDI form, a counselor will contact you to schedule a time to meet.
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If you are interested in becoming trained in biblical counseling, click the “Biblical Soul Care Training” tab at the top of this page for more information.
Biblical Counseling & Soul Care Training
Care and Discipleship Course
People in our churches and communities face real hurts, difficulties, and challenges every day. God’s Word offers biblical hope and help they need—not only for their struggles with suffering and sin but also for learning how to live and relate to one another in ways that glorify the Lord.
Beginning Wednesday, September 17, 2025, Cornerstone Community Church will offer our annual, in-person Biblical Counseling & Soul Care Training using the Care & Discipleship Course from the Institute of Biblical Counseling & Discipleship (IBCD). This course helps believers grow in their walk with Christ while also equipping them to minister Scripture to the hearts of others with both grace and truth.
IBCD describes the course this way:
The Care & Discipleship Course is an entry-level biblical counseling program. Many churches and individuals use it as a standalone course for equipping in one-another care. Through the course, participants learn the basic methods and fundamentals of biblical counseling, as well as biblical strategies for addressing common difficulties like anxiety, depression, marriage conflicts, and more.
Certification Option: While you do not need to pursue certification to take part, this course is approved for Phase 1 of the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC) certification process. Learn more at www.biblicalcounseling.com.
Your Instructor
Dr. Paul Tautges serves as senior pastor at Cornerstone, having previously pastored for twenty-two years in Wisconsin. Paul has authored or edited over 70 books, including Remade: Embracing Your Complete Identity in Christ, Anxiety: Knowing God’s Peace, A Small Book for the Hurting Heart, and Counseling One Another. He is also the consulting editor of the LifeLine Mini-Book series from Shepherd Press. Paul is a council member of the Biblical Counseling Coalition, a teaching fellow with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors, and has completed the Formation Certificate from CCEF. He and his wife, Karen, enjoy their ten children, their sons- and daughters-in-law, and a growing tribe of grandchildren. Paul enjoys writing to cultivate discipleship among believers and, therefore, blogs regularly at Counseling One Another.
Where
Cornerstone Community Church, 1400 Lander Rd, Mayfield Heights, Ohio 44124.
Cornerstone Community Church is a Certified Training Center for the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors
(ACBC). More information about ACBC can be found at www.biblicalcounseling.com.
When
Classes will be held on Every Other Wednesday evening from 7–9 pm, beginning September 17, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
(Includes a Christmas break from December 3 to January 7)
Class Format
We use a “flipped classroom” model. Students watch assigned online videos at home before each class, then come ready for roundtable discussion and deeper learning. Minimal reading is required (books and mini-books are included).
Cost
$75 per person or $100 per married couple (sharing one IBCD login). Includes all materials—online video access, class binder and notes, and required books.
Note: if you already own one or more of the books, we cannot customize your registration cost. Instead, we encourage you to hang on to any duplicate resources for your counseling relationships.
Questions
Contact Paul Tautges by email at: ptautges@cornerstonemayfield.org or by phone: 440-442-6470