Faith and Mental Health

One in four people will be affected by a mental health problem at some point in their lives, yet the stigma surrounding mental illness silences many and prevents faith communities from responding compassionately and effectively. This eight-session course-designed for use in small groups-explores the realities of mental health and illness, as well as the vital need for faith-based community conversations about these topics. The sessions are accompanied by compelling films that feature the stories of Catholics living with mental health challenges, along with the insights of archbishops, theologians, and psychologists.

5:30 pm Dinner
6:00 pm Program Session
6:30 pm Discussion

August 5 Session 1 Introduction: Comfort discussing mental health?
August 12 Session 2 Mental Health: All experience periods of flourishing and languishing
August 19 Session 3 Mental Illness: Mental health and degree of faith
August 26 Session 4 Stigma: Stigma often misunderstood or neglectged
September 2 Session 5 Recovery: Can God bring healing?
September 9 Session 6 Companionship: Support and accompany others
September 16 Session 7 How to care for yourself, beyond helping others
September 23 Session 8 The Church