Church of England

Wellbeing of clergy and lay ministers during the coronavirus pandemic

https://www.churchofengland.org/sites/default/files/2020-04/Wellbeing%20of%20clergy%20and%20lay%20ministers%20during%20the%20coronavirus%20pandemic.pdf

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Mental Health Reflections

https://www.churchofengland.org/more/media-centre/news/new-mental-health-reflections-published-church-england

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Breathing Space

Sometimes our thoughts and feelings can overwhelm us. It helps to get some Breathing Space. Pick up the phone – we are here to help. https://breathingspace.scot/

Every Mind Matters is an NHS resource that provides expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing. https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/

MIND advises and supports anyone experiencing a mental health problem, through information and signposting, local support and care, networks and membership, campaigning, and training. https://www.mind.org.uk/

The Mind and Soul Foundation aims to bridge the gap between mental health and Christian spirituality through sharing the best of Christian theology and scientific advances; helping people meet with God and recover from emotional distress; and engaging with the local church and mental health services. https://www.mindandsoulfoundation.org/

SAMH is the Scottish Association for Mental Health

We can all feel overwhelmed sometimes, but if we focus on the next step we can create better mental health for ourselves and for Scotland. It’s never been more important that we not only protect our own mental health,  but support the mental wellbeing of the people we love. https://www.samh.org.uk/

YOUNGMINDS

We want to see a world where no young person feels alone with their mental health, and gets the mental health support they need, when they need it, no matter what. https://youngminds.org.uk/

The Money Advice Service is a government website giving free, impartial advice on money matters including dealing with different economic, health and relational situations. https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en

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Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries equips the Church to support mental health and wellbeing.

They provide resources that meaningfully engage the topics of faith and mental health. Our content is developed in collaboration with theologians, psychologists, and people with lived experience of mental health challenges. These resources prepare communities of faith around the world to raise awareness, reduce stigma, support mental health, and promote mental wellbeing.    https://www.sanctuarymentalhealth.org/sanctuary-course/

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TAKING TIME TO BE REFRESHED AND RESTED

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The Retreat Association is a national Christian organisation set up to help people find ways of exploring and deepening their journey with God through spirituality and prayer. Their website includes information about retreat houses and programmes, spiritual direction, events, training and other resources. http://www.retreats.org.uk/index.php

Whitchester Christian Centre (Hawick, Scottish Borders)

Meeting God Through Hospitality: Providing a welcoming space for people to meet with God and receive refreshment and restoration. https://www.whitchester.org.uk/

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Special Retreat for Pastors & Leaders - Operation Blairmore (Huntly Aberdeenshire)

https://ellel.org/uk/ministry/pastors-and-leaders/special-retreats