The EMMAUS Ministry for Grieving Parents is a unique ministry that serves the spiritual needs of grieving parents Of all the pains that life can hand us, arguably the most searing is the loss of a child. During this weekend, just as Jesus joined his distraught disciples on the road to Emmaus, we pray for […]
The Casa Veterans Ministry at the Franciscan Renewal is recognized in the Valley for providing healing programs to U.S. Service Members and Veterans. We are pleased to announce the return of our wonderful "St. Francis: Journey of a Resilient Warrior Retreat" which will be held February 9-11, 2024 at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale, […]
For anyone feeling the loss of a loved one. Anyone who has known the joy of love has most likely experienced the pain of loss. Grief is a natural part of life, yet we all grieve differently and often need help to find our way through it. Retreat leader Tim Ringgold provides a supportive setting […]
There is a Season: Celebrating Endings and Beginnings Change is a constant in our lives, whether we embrace it or resist it. New Year’s Eve provides us with an excellent opportunity to pause, reflect, and to give thanks for the whole messiness of life which is often beyond our control. Let’s spend some time together […]
Please join us, May 18-19, after each Mass for our Mental Health Fair. There will a speaker at mass along with a variety of mental health informational tables, mental health ministries, and mental health agency meet and greets. Learn more about St Dymphna, the patron of mental health, and learn ways we can work together […]
The Healing of Memories workshop is for clergy and religious leaders who have experienced emotional, psychological and spiritual distress – in their personal or professional lives. This workshop provides a safe, confidential environment, the ideal setting to help participants take the necessary steps toward healing. As religious leaders, your unique role is to minister to […]
Saturday, July 6 9:00 am - 10:30 am Refresh in the Casa's beautiful pool! Susan Wrubel This 8-week course is for men and women who would like to relax and renew with gentle movement in the water. Taking advantage of the Casa's beautiful pool, participants will enjoy the gentle, buoyant sensation of mindful physical movement […]
Understanding Today's Challenges Hear from experts in the field about depression, anxiety, suicide, multicultural mental health, and more. This summit is designed for mental healthcare professionals/students seeking CEUs and anyone who would like to learn what mental health is, what it isn’t, and how best to understand it. Never before has understanding the mental health […]
NAMIWalks Valley of the Sun raises awareness and funds to provide education, support groups, and classes to the community at no cost to them about mental illness. We have many providers and exhibitors that give out information about their services and what they can offer to the community. Our focus on walk day is to […]
Feeling stressed as you start the new year? Spend a few hours with the Mental health Ministry Team. This Workshop will offer a practical approach to managing the stress of daily life with four 15-minute sessions and short breaks in between including: You, Your Body, Your Mind and Spirit - learn how stress affects all […]
DAY 1 OF 2 This two-day event will foster community, formation, and spiritual nourishment for all who minister and accompany young adults, youth, jóvenes, and scouts in the ministerial areas of evangelization, catechesis, pastoral care, scouting, and Catholic schools. Participants are welcome to make this a two-day (March 7-8) or one-day (March 8) experience. →PLEASE […]
Please join us for this Catholic Charities USA webinar! In the first half of the webinar, Dr. Corona and Catholic Charities of South Jersey will explore how We Thirst and AFIRE Ministries respond to the growing behavioral health needs in our communities through education, evangelization, and healing initiatives that are both evidence-based and faith-based. We […]
Please join us for this Catholic Charities USA webinar! In the first half of the webinar, Dr. Corona and Catholic Charities of South Jersey will explore how We Thirst and AFIRE Ministries respond to the growing behavioral health needs in our communities through education, evangelization, and healing initiatives that are both evidence-based and faith-based. We […]
9am Mass at the Cathedral to honor mental health professionals. Bishop will be presiding.
Have you or a loved one been experiencing struggles with mental health? Did you know that St. Andrew The Apostle is home to over 10 different caring ministries? Please join us for our first Mental Health Ministry Fair on May 17th and 18th after each Mass! You will be able to learn more about Caring […]
Ryan Sheade, LCSW and Guests Healing the World from the Inside Out: Connection, Compassion, and Unity Healing ourselves and the world is possible when we address our mental health, even in an uncertain world. Hear from mental health experts in the field about addiction, anxiety, suicide, multicultural mental health, and even advocacy - and their […]
This five day therapeutic program (put on by Restore Dignity ministry) offers healing and hope to anyone (18 and over) who has experienced trauma or abuse. Each program group is limited to 18 participants who are welcomed and guided by a team of 9 (including priests, therapists, deacons, spiritual directors and trained lay people). The […]
WHY YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID? Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signsof mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. WHO SHOULD KNOW MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID ? • Teachers. • School Staff. • Coaches. • Camp Counselors. • Youth Group Leaders […]
In this class Aryn will walk us through the temperament of our children. We will build on the tools from the prior class and understand each of the temperaments. You will come away understanding why each child responds differently, better guide and disciple each child, adjust the way you parent and create a better home […]
Restore Dignity, a Catholic ministry helping those affected by trauma and abuse, invites you to attend our annual fundraiser--"Shining the Light of Hope" on Saturday November 15th at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Tempe beginning at 6:00 p.m. Come and enjoy fun and fellowship, dessert and wine while you check out the silent auction baskets, […]
