1-217-423-6955
Our Counselors Purpose- To provide professional insight in the context of Christ’s love in the process of resolving personal issues and strengthening families within the congregation and community. This is accomplished by offering a variety of classes and programs, and individual, family, and couple counseling with experienced and professional counselors.
Pastor Rob Goodwin
The Charis Center for Christian Counseling is led by Pastor Rob Goodwin, MBA, MDiv, LCPC. Rob completed his Master of Divinity in May 2007 at Concordia Seminary-St. Louis and completed his Master’s in Counseling Degree from the Townsend Institute at Concordia University - Irvine, CA in 2021. He has enjoyed practicing locally through Crossing Healthcare and has practiced in a clinic specializing in eating disorders in California. Rob also serves as a Police Chaplain in the Decatur community. As a part of this team, he offers Christian based individual, couple, and family counseling in support of local congregations, our school, and the greater community. Rob also serves as Senior Pastor of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and enjoys leading, preaching, and teaching.
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You may contact Pastor Rob at:
St. Paul's Lutheran Church at 217-423-6955 or
by email at rgoodwin@charischristiancounseling.com.
Credentials: MBA, Mdiv, LCPC