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Listen with the Ear of the Heart
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Embark on a transformative journey focusing on the "soft skills" of Catholic mental health ministry with our Listen with the Ear of the Heart course. Led by Barbara Zahner, BCC (ret.), a founding board member of the Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers (CMHM), this course equips you with the tools to serve others with confidence, competence, and compassion.
Course Highlights:- Expert guidance from Barbara Zahner, who draws from her experiences as a retired Board-Certified Chaplain and trained Spiritual Director and who also holds an honorary PhD from the University of Santa Clara in Public Service
- Dynamic video content featuring nine engaging sessions between 2–6 minutes in length
- Interactive activities, reflection questions, and private journaling opportunities to deepen your understanding and apply learning
- Certificate of Completion upon fulfilling all course requirements
Course Content:
This course offers valuable insights into essential topics such as:- The Art of Accompaniment
- Holy Listening
- Praying with Another
- Welcoming the Stranger
- Self-Care for Ministry Practitioners
Each module provides a perfect blend of video-led instruction, additional resource exploration, and reflective exercises to enhance your knowledge and practical abilities in mental health ministry.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:- Parish leaders and members involved in mental health ministry
- Catholic community members who are passionate about serving others
- Individuals interested in learning compassionate listening and accompaniment skills
Whether taken individually or as part of a group, this course is a supportive and enriching experience. Join us to deepen your understanding, grow spiritually, and positively impact your community.
Thank you for your interest and participation in this course!
From all of us at the Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers, we pray that God will bless you. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact your local emergency services.
The Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers does not provide medical, counseling, or crisis services. Membership in the Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers is not and may not be used as a qualification or certification as a minister, counselor, or mental health professional
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