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Workshop • 8/12
Understanding Trauma and Supporting Survivors
August 12, 2023, 9:00 am - Noon
in St. Elizabeth's Seton Hall (church basement)
See this flyer for information and to register.
Attendance is free.
St. Elizabeth Mental Health Ministry
Bringing Christ to families and those experiencing mental health challenges.
In May of 2023 St. Elizabeth parish partnered with Catholic Charities to establish the Catholic Mental Health Ministry. We have seen the great need for mental wellness in our society and we hope to serve both those who are suffering and their caregivers, break stigma surrounding mental health, and become a more inclusive community.
The ministry has three primary areas of focus:
Host ongoing educational events about various mental health topics.
Provide contact information to local counselors and other helpful local and national resources.
Hold small group meetings both for those who struggle with mental health issues and for their friends, family members, and caregivers. Support groups will be focused on topics of most interest to those in need.
If you need help, please email mhm@stekc.org. All inquiries are kept confidential.
Look for upcoming events on this website. If you are interested in volunteering for this ministry, please complete this short questionnaire.
What is a Mental Health Minister?
A mental health minister is:
Compassionate
A good listener
Respectful of all
Willing to learn
Reliable
Mental health ministers:
Do NOT provide treatment
Prayerfully accompany those in need
Model self-care
Protect confidentiality
Establish and maintain boundaries
Cultivate hope through awareness, acceptance and accompaniment
Interested in being a mental help minister? Click here.
Mental Wellness Groups
Groups will be formed based on the most requested areas of interest (caring for loved ones with mental health issue, depression, anxiety, addiction, etc.). If you are interested in forming or joining a group, email mhm@stekc.org.
Programming
Educational events and support group schedules will be posted here as they are scheduled. If you are interested in a particular event topic or support group focus, please email mhm@stekc.org with your suggestion(s).
Upcoming:
Understanding Trauma and Supporting Survivors - a workshop
August 12, 2023, 9:00 am - Noon in St. Elizabeth's Seton Hall (church basement)
See this flyer for information and to register. Attendance is free.
This ministry is not intended to replace professional or clinical services and does not provide professional care.