St. Dymphna Mental Health and Wellness Ministry is a grace-filled ministry of Good Shepherd parish dedicated to lessening the stigma associated with persons directly affected by, or caring for those facing mental health challenges through accompaniment, education and advocacy. Our ministry will offer mental wellness educational workshops and listening sessions aligning with Pope Leo XIV's emphasis on maintaining the treasure of human dignity channelling Christ's loving presence as beacons of hope, guiding lights, and vessels of God's healing grace.
If you have questions or need non-emergency assistance, please email Gary Watson, Ministry Lead, at coordinatorparishops@gscceg.org or call the parish office (email and phone are monitored only during business hours).
Are you or someone you know is in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, call 911 or go to the emergency room. For Mental Health crisis support, call or text 988 (24/7 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Please contact the parish office if you would like to speak to a priest or deacon.
The following is a list of resources and links that our Mental Health Ministry has compiled for your reference.
- St. Dymphna Resource Guide
- Community Bereavement Resource
- Are you experiencing a troubled marriage? Learn more about Retrovaille, a Catholic program specifically for married couples.
Check back here for upcoming events and offerings from the St. Dymphna Mental Health and Wellness Ministry including workshops and listening sessions.
