Our mental health ministry exists to serve individuals and families experiencing mental illness by offering God’s hope and love through spiritual accompaniment.

(This ministry is not intended to replace professional or clinical services and does not provide professional care).

It is our mission is to ensure no one feels alone in their struggle with mental illness or their role as a caretaker. This is not group therapy, but a ministry in which members support others during their time of need and to grow spiritually in their relationship with God. One does not need to be Catholic to participate, but Catholic prayers and devotions will be used.

1. Spiritual Companionship - Mental health ministry team members lead small groups that offer spiritual support to those with lived experience of mental health struggles and their families or caregivers.
2. Practical Support - Ministry members are familiar with the many public and private support services available to families in their local communities and will share a list of resources that may help those who are needing additional support. They stay in touch with those families using community services to see if they are receiving the help they need.
3. Education - The ministry team provides mental health educational opportunities for the larger parish community on a regular basis.

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