Pastoral Care

From Cardinal Tobin
***NEW ... Five Reasons We Turn to Mary in Times of Crisis
*** NEW ... 5 Razones Por Las Que Acudimos a María en Tiempos de Crisis
Spiritual Closeness in a Time of Social Distancing
Cercanía Espiritual en un Tiempo de Distanciamiento Social

Social Distancing Heightens Loneliness in Young People

The Springtide Institute recently did a survey that showed social distancing "provokes fear and uncertainty, leading to increased levels of isolation, loneliness, and anxiety". To read more about how trusted adults should be reaching out to young people, visit the article here.

National Alliance on Mental Illness
NAMI has put together on their website resources pertaining to mental illness in light of the Covid pandemic

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA website

Resources from the Traumatic Loss Coalition (TLC) For Youth
How TLC Can Help

Daily Self Care Question Sheet

TLC Colation County Contacts and Resource Phone Numbers

Crisis/ Pastoral Care
**NEW ... Article on Looking to find a Therapist during the Covid-19 pandemic

** NEW ... Ministry to Parents Article
Article on Keeping Your Family Safe Online

** NEW ... From Mike Patin
A poem he referenced in his online talk on 5/8/2020

Lifeteen's "Unthinkable" Booklet
A guide to crisis response and pastoral care.

Tips for Supporting Grieving Teens

Complicated Grief

Dealing with the Death of a Young Person

Youth Meeting on Crisis from Lifeteen - "When its Dark"
Blessing for Youth Meeting "When its Dark"

Helping Teens with Stress, Anxiety, and Depression: A Field Guide for Catholic Parents, Pastors, and Youth Leaders
Author: Roy Petitfils

For Clergy and Religious
Saint Luke Institute (SLI) has created a new National Helpline for Clergy and Religious.
Additionally, SLI is creating new weekly videos, and making available (free of charge) resources from our extensive library to assist clergy, religious, and lay people manage the stress and anxiety related to the Covid-10 pandemic from both a mental and spiritual health perspective
Learn more here in their press release