According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), about half of us will experience a diagnosable mental health condition at some point in life. In the extraordinary circumstances of a global pandemic,...
Mental Health
Mental Health and Valentine’s Day
This weekend is Valentine’s Day, a feel-good day if you have a significant other and like chocolate. The focus on romantic relationships can be fun. (Many men, however, will admit that they feel pressure...
Our Continued Focus on Mental Health for our Congregation and Community
artwork by Eric Kreuter The reality is one in four families in our community is dealing with mental health and life struggles circumstances. The FPCY Mental Health Team has been created to explore ways...
COVID-19 Impacts Mental Health and Wellness
Source: Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Mental Health, Substance Use, and Suicidal Ideation During COVID-19 Pandemic – United States, June 24-30, 2020 The statistics are staggering. This...
Companions on the Journey — November 15, 2020
Scripture Lesson: Luke 10:25-37, Ruth 1:1-18. Reflections by Members of the Mental Health Initiative Team: Companions on the Journey. Read the worship bulletin. Download the audio of the sermon...
Mental Health Awareness Day — November 15
On Sunday, November 15th, the 10am service will be conducted by our Mental Health Initiative team which is co-sponsored by the Deacons and the Mission Commission. This team was formed in response to our...
From our Mental Health Initiative (MHI) Team
Ten years ago the Presbyterian Church (USA) started an initiative called “Comfort My People” to encourage congregations to talk more openly about mental health. The Deacons and Mission Commission in...
Reach out for help
Traumatic events can make us feel powerless. One way to feel empowered is to help others. Even doing something small can help. Remember, doing good things for others feels good. Another way to help feel...
Stay Socially Connected
Practice social distancing, but not social isolation. We have all quickly become familiar with the term social distance. Social distance helps limit the spread of the virus, but can also lead to feeling...
Mental Health Awareness Sunday– May 17
Watch live online at 10:45, or anytime later at the same online address.