September: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month
Bulletin Announcements and Prayers Bulletin Insert:
Pope Francis on Mental Illness
Pope Francis met with participants of a mental health conference last month. He noted that it is essential that action is taken to “fully overcome the stigma that mental illness is often tainted with.”
Sensory-Friendly Masses
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Webinar: Sister Hope, Tech-based Emotional Support
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Autism Appreciation Month
Bulletin Insert: In April, we recognize the gifts of persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and show how our faith leads us to create communities where all are welcome. “Respect for persons with disabilities and including them equally in the life of the Church is crucial for our understanding of the human person.”
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Bulletin Insert: 1. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.
Supporting Returning War Veterans
“The road home from war is longer, steeper and often more challenging than the road to war for most soldiers and their families. …Yellow ribbons are nice and much appreciated. Love, support and a ‘cup of cold water’, however, is the incarnational gift of Christ, through His Church, to the combat veteran and family.” These words were written by Major John Morris who served as a military chaplain in Iraq and started the program, Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. John believes churches can be a helpful partner in the readjustment process. Here are some ways to support the veterans and their families in your parish.
A Litany to Our Lady, Comforter of the Afflicted for Mental Health Support
While written in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, this prayer is relevant in broader situations. For use in private prayer.
Mental Illness Theological Framework
The National Catholic Partnership on Disability (NCPD) sets forth the following framework as a guide to the Church’s ministry for and with people with mental illness.
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San Alejandro, Cornelius Oregon
Rights of Persons with Disabilities to Medical Treatment
While created in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this information remains applicable.- ‹ previous
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