Please come to our next monthly meeting to participate in planning this new ministry in our family of parishes that is supported by the Archdiocese.
Mother of God Mental Wellness Ministry Meeting
Thursday, August 27 at 7:00 PM in the St. Charles Church Borromeo Room
All are welcome to learn about this ministry, help with finding out about the needs of our family of parishes, and plan future activities that raise mental wellness awareness and offer emotional and spiritual support. Questions? Please email Carolyn at MGFPmentalwellness@gmail.com.
Our meetings are usually held on the 4th Thursday of every month, unless we plan differently due to holidays or events.
We focus on awareness, education, and support.
For more information, contact Lisa Averion at laverion@catholicaoc.org.
August Mental Wellness Moment
By the Mother of God Mental Wellness Ministry
The Mother of God Mental Wellness Ministry is pleased to announce the continuation of our Monthly Mental Wellness Moment with resources picked based upon the results of the survey topics that you, the parishioners, have completed.
St. Dymphna’s Bookshelf (monthly book series): Each month, a book is highlighted for one of the topics requested on the ministry’s 2026 parish survey. This month’s topic is Aging. The book is The Fourth Quarter of Your Life: Embracing What Matters Most by Allen R. Hunt & Matthew Kelly. It is published by Dynamic Catholic. The purpose of this practical guide is to help you live the fourth quarter based on proven life principles, clearly establish meaning and direction for your life, develop the clarity necessary to make good decisions, and more. An eBook is available at the Dayton Metro Library website. New and used copies are available on Amazon, eBay, and many bookstores.
Prayerful Place: Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation & Basilica in Carey, OH is about 2 hours away near Findlay. They welcome all pilgrims to their annual novena with events during August 6-14. See www.olcshrine.com for information.
Prayer Opportunity: Spiritual booklet that explores the down-to-earth, human side of the Virgin Mary, offering a series of short reflections and prayers designed to provide hope and encouragement during life’s difficult moments: Walking With Mary Through Light and Darkness: Reflections and Prayers to Uplift Your Spirit. It is available from Bayard Faith Resources for $2.95 + shipping and from Amazon for about $4.50.
Local or Online Resources: Please call any of our three church offices for a local list of mental health professionals who have stated to the Archdiocese that they are willing to uphold Catholic teaching in their professional lives.
Retreat: Good Grief is offered by the Jesuit Spiritual Center on Aug. 14 and/or 15 for those who have lost or will lose a loved one soon. See information and registration at jesuitspiritualcenter.com/iwr.