Peace of Mind



What is Peace of Mind?

Peace of Mind is a composite training program on mental health crisis response that includes a clinically-based course (Mental Health First AidTM, owned by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing) which is augmented by a theologically-based presentation developed by the Assembly of Bishops.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

This in-person event is designed to support and equip Orthodox Christian clergy and ministry leaders in:

  1. appropriately identifying, understanding, responding, and referring mental health concerns as they arise in the parish
  2. exploring the connection between Orthodox Christian anthropology, pastoral care, and mental health care
  3. cultivating ongoing conversations about mental wellness within the parish and the greater Orthodox Christian community

 

OUR VISION

For Peace of Mind training to become standard across all jurisdictions, parishes, and seminaries in order to uphold exceptional pastoral care within Orthodox Christian communities in the United States of America.

 

Ready to host a Peace of Mind Event?

Follow this detailed checklist to host a Peace of Mind event for clergy and ministry leaders in your area.  The steps at a glance are:

STEP ONE

Contact the AoB at mentalhealth@assemblyofbishops.org about 6-8 weeks in advance of your ideal event date. Include your name, phone number, email address, jurisdiction, and location.

STEP TWO

Collaborate with local Orthodox institutions to select an event package, secure funding, and determine potential host sites and event dates.

STEP THREE

Send three potential dates and their locations to the AoB at least 4-6 weeks in advance.

STEP FOUR

Book your Peace of Mind event package to secure your event date, location, and Facilitator(s).

STEP FIVE

Market your event locally using personalized invitations and flyers from the AoB.

STEP SIX

Confirm registration for 10-30 participants 2 weeks prior to your event.

STEP SEVEN

Encourage your participants to complete the required online coursework prior to the Peace of Mind event.

STEP EIGHT

Confirm details regarding facility setup, supplies, and lunch.

STEP NINE

Get trained in Peace of Mind!

"A healthy mind, body, and soul are imperatives for the salvation of the human person. The Assembly of Bishops is pleased to offer this opportunity for our priests and lay leaders to be properly trained in mental health awareness and response. The faithful in this country deserve our support!"


- Archbishop Elpidophoros

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