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    • SPRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS

      The Scranton Mental Health Ministry at the Cathedral of Saint Peter wants to provide a safe, supportive space for individuals in our community who are experiencing mental illness. The Ministry also supports the parents, family members, and friends of those who are supporting a loved one who is experiencing mental illness. The parish communities of the Cathedral of St Peter, Immaculate Conception and Mary, Mother of God are participating in this ministry.

      WHEN & wHERE

      The Scranton Mental Health Ministry offers two types of spiritual support groups:

      • A group for anyone experiencing mental illness. 10 AM on the Second and Fourth Saturday of the Month.
      • A group for the parents, family members, and friends of those who are experiencing mental illness.  6 PM on the First Tuesday of the Month

      The meeting last approximately 90 minutes. 
      LOCATION: Bishops Hall at the Cathedral Rectory, 315 Wyoming Ave, Scranton (rear entrance and down the stairs)

      WHAT IS A MENTAL HEALTH SPIRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP?

      Our goal is to ensure that no one feels alone in his or her struggle with mental illness. Sharing each other’s stories can be a liberating and welcome break in the silence that often surrounds mental illness. This is the place to speak out and be heard in a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment, where isolation and stigma dissipate as supportive community is created.

      The spiritual support groups are not group therapy but a ministry in which members seek to help support others during their time of need and to grow spiritually in their relationship with God. One does not need to be Catholic to participate but Catholic prayers and devotions will be used.

      How ARE the Meetings are StructureD?

      The meetings will open with a prayer. This is followed with individual sharing and support by group members. Group members are encouraged but not required to share experiences. The second half of the meeting will be spiritually based with reflections on scripture and spiritual readings along with prayer.

      What will you Gain?

      The experience of prayer, supportive relationships and inner strength. You will find that you are not alone.

      Contact Us

      The Scranton Mental Health Ministry at the Cathedral of Saint Peter wants to provide a safe, supportive space for individuals in our community who are experiencing mental illness. The Ministry also supports the parents, family members, and friends of those who are supporting a loved one who is experiencing mental illness.

      The parish communities of the Cathedral of St Peter, Immaculate Conception and Mary, Mother of God are participating in this ministry.

      Cathedral of Saint Peter, Deacon Ed Shoener, 570-344-7231
      Immaculate Conception Parish, Deacon Pat McDonald, 570-961-5211
      Mary, Mother of God Parish, 570-342-4881

    • Mental Health Ministry Retreat

      Please join us for a Mental Health Ministry Retreat on Saturday, May 20th, 2023 at St. Ann Monastery Basilica Parish in Scranton. 

      This Retreat is for:

      • Those with lived experience with mental illness
      • Those who support someone with mental illness
      • Those involved with or interested in beginning a Mental Health Ministry in their own parish or community

      More details will be available soon.

    • Registration

      A registration form for the Mental Health Ministry Retreat will be available soon. 

      To learn more, email [email protected]

  • Lists of Counselors, Therapists, Spiritual Directors, and Helpful Organizations

    • The lists offered below are for informational purposes only.  The NE and Central PA Region Chapter and the CMHM neither endorse nor promote the persons and organizations listed.

    • List of Spiritual Directors and Counselors
        • List of Spiritual Directors and Counselors (PDF)
    • Lists of Therapists and Counselors
        • List of Therapists and Counselors (PDF)
        • List of Mental Health Professionals and Organizations (PDF)
    • List of National Organizations and Agencies
        • List of National Organizations and Agencies (PDF)
  • Northeast & Central Pennsylvania Chapter Resources & News

    • Catholic Ministry Addresses Pandemic’s Toll On Mental Health
      by Northeast & Central Pennsylvania Chapter News
      Catholic Ministry Addresses Pandemic’s Toll On Mental Health
      The mental health ministry support group gatherings in Scranton transitioned to online ZOOM meetings, but have returned to in-person sessions requiring facial masks and social distancing. Support ministry for those suffering from mental illness continues to meet on the second and fourth Saturday of the month from 10:00-11:30am at the Saint Peter Cathedral Rectory. For family and friends who support those living with mental illness, meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm in the rectory.
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    • Education Series For Families On Mental Health
      by Northeast & Central Pennsylvania Chapter News
      Education Series For Families On Mental Health
      Starting on Tuesday, April 19 the Scranton Mental Health Ministry at the Cathedral of Saint Peter will present a five-part series for families on mental health and mental illness to reduce stigma and discrimination through education and factual information about mental health conditions. The series reinforces the core Christian belief that everyone has dignity and value and should be fully welcomed into the Church and the community. The series will be every Tuesday evening at the Diocesan Pastoral Center on Wyoming Avenue from 6:30-8:00pm from April 19 to May 17.
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    • The Wright Center - Behavioral Health
      by Northeast & Central Pennsylvania Chapter Resources
      The Wright Center - Behavioral Health
      We provide therapy services, psychological assessments and psychiatric care for children, adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health issues. We also provide specialty services for children with severe mental illness as well as those who have experienced abuse or violence.
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    • Scranton Counseling Center
      by Northeast & Central Pennsylvania Chapter Resources
      Scranton Counseling Center
      Scranton Counseling Center is a community based, private nonprofit behavioral health provider serving children, adolescents and adults with mental health and substance abuse issues in Lackawanna, Susquehanna, and surrounding counties without regard to ability to pay.
      Read More
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    We entrust our mission to Our Lady of Lourdes who is the special patroness for healing.
    May our Lady guide us so that  those who live with a mental illness know that they are surrounded by her and her Son's healing presence
    and remember that they are never alone. 



    The Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers does not provide medical, counseling, or crisis services.
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