Under the Broom Tree: Breaking the Silence and Cultivating Care for Mental Illness in Our Churches” Sponsored by the Mercer Mission Cluster. Saturday, October 26, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. Abiding Presence Lutheran ChurchEwing, NJ. Hear from mental health experts about debunking common myths of mental illness and how we can create safer spaces in our churches. Hear inspiring stories of living with mental illness as people of faith. Attend workshops to learn, discover resources, and be encouraged. End the day with a service of healing. Counselors available throughout the day. REGISTER NOW!!!
The workshop focuses on mental health awareness and breaking the silence and stigmas about talking about mental health issues. They have been praying together on how to bring needed attention to this important issue, and have invited Barb Debski of Portico Benefits, and leaders from the National Alliance on Mental Illness to lead some conversations with us.
The Mercer Cluster of the New Jersey Synod is hosting an event (modeled on Faith, Hope and Love) which focuses on mental health awareness and breaking the silence and stigmas about talking about mental health issues. They have been praying together on how to bring needed attention to this important issue, and have invited Barb Debski of Portico Benefits, and leaders from the National Alliance on Mental Illness to lead some conversations with us.
I understand that October is busy but wanted to make sure that you knew about this, if you are available. It will take place on Saturday, October 26th at Abiding Presence in Ewing.
Under the Broom Tree
Date: 10/26/2019
Registration Ends: 10/18/2019 11:59 PM
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Registration Cost: $20 adult / $5 student ($50 family) – Please call Lois or Dawn at the synod office to apply the discount. 609-586-6800.
Workshop Schedule:
- 1a: Living with Mental Illness: Panel Conversation
- 1b: Mental Health 101
- 1c: Caring for the Caregiver/Families
- 2a: Bible Study
- 2b: Mindfullness-based Stress Reduction
- 2c: NAMI 101 Navigating Mental Health Resources
- 3a: Smooth Sailing: Building Resilience
- 3b: Mental Health First Aid
- 3c: Post-Partum Depression