Mon, 21 Oct
|St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
Free Course: Mental Health & Faith in Dialogue
FREE. For all levels--whether you have questions about mental health, want to learn about specific topics like stigma or recovery, or simply want to reflect in a safe space--St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral and Faith in Older People are joining to deliver this fortnightly, eight-session course.
Time & Location
21 Oct 2024, 15:15 – 17:15
St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, Palmerston Pl, Edinburgh EH12 5AW, UK
About
Free course
- Do you have questions about mental health and want to be better informed?
- Come and learn about important topics in mental health such as stigma, recovery, companionship and self-care.
- Bringing mental health and faith into dialogue.
- Appropriate for people of all levels, backgrounds and professions/occupations.
- Working to make our churches a sanctuary where those with mental health challenges feel safe and supported.
- Learn, explore, discover and reflect in a safe group with others.
About this FREE course
The Sanctuary Course is a resource programme for small groups, designed to raise awareness and start conversations in churches regarding mental health. It is for anyone (all levels, backgrounds, and professions/occupations) who wants to learn about faith and mental health. It requires no previous training or expertise—just a willingness to engage in dialogue with others.
The Course uses films to share the voice of lived experience, emphasising various aspects of the realities of living with mental health challenges. Mental health professionals, theologians, and church leaders contribute insights, helpful biblical integration, and ideas for community support. Participants watch the films together during group meetings, followed by time for reflection and discussion.
More info and booking
To register, and for more details, contact info@fiop.org.uk. More information on the course content is also available here.
Course dates
Two blocks of four sessions, Mondays 3.15pm-5.15pm.
First block
7 October 2024
21 October 2024
4 November 2024
18 November 2024
Second block
13 January 2025
27 January 2025
10 February 2025
24 February 2025