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Pathways to Partnership: An Awareness and Resource Guide on Mental Illness
A booklet containing information about mental illness; those traditions which enable faith communities to develop a response to the needs of people with mental illness and their families; pastoral resources; congregational resources; community outreach; educational models; and sources for information and support. Available in Christian and Jewish versions.
Pathways to Understanding: Manual on Ministry and Mental Illness
This manual provides in-depth information for students in seminary; clergy in continuing education settings; faith group staff; and laity involved in outreach and ministry programs. These resources are designed to assist in raising sensitivity to the needs of people with mental illness and their families to give expertise in responding to this population's needs, and to be a catalyst for programming and social action. An optional videotape (please write or e-mail for details) is comprised of interviews with clergy, people with mental illness and family members.
Mental Illness Awareness Resources - (3 volumes available separately)
The three booklets in this series were created in response to requests for materials to use during Mental Illness Awareness Week, which takes place the first week in October; during the month of May which is Mental Health Month; and other times during the year that are appropriate. The booklets are:
- Worship Resources
- The Bible as a Resource: Materials for Sermons and Articles
- Caring Congregations: Observations and Commentary
Practical Helps for Church Ushers - (sample copy free)
This brochure aims to help church ushers and others know what to do and what to avoid doing with regard to all disabilities.
Who Has Mental Illness? - (sample copy free)
A pamphlet about mental illness, resources and community outreach. Available in Protestant, Roman Catholic and Jewish versions.
When Mental Illness Strikes in a Family of Faith - (sample copy free)
A brochure in Christian and Jewish versions for families and for clergy working with families who have a member who has mental illness.
Tri-fold Standup Display (Write or e-mail for details.)
For use in your church or association or conference meeting, this device allows the display of posters and pictures plus samples of resource materials.
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