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New Online Self-Study Community Health Ministry Training

February 20, 2025

Our online Community Health Ministry professional certificate training is now available in a self-study format.  Choose what you wish to learn on your schedule. In partnership with Wisconsin Lutheran College, we will continue to add tools and training to our online catalog. Check out the Meros training catalog.
Friendship Ministry training includes both presentations and discussions. During discussion, trainees will have the opportunity to role play skills. In addition, discussions are explicitly intended to help churches develop a plan to implement the Friendship Ministry at their church.

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Friendship Ministry – Lusaka, Zambia

February 19, 2025

The Friendship Ministry program trains laypersons to help their church minister assist other church members who are experiencing mental health problems and emotional distress. Assistance provided through the Friendship Ministry is intended to be focused, effective and short-term.

Friendship Ministry training includes both presentations and discussions. During discussion, trainees will have the opportunity to role play skills. In addition, discussions are explicitly intended to help churches develop a plan to implement the Friendship Ministry at their church.

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The Role of Faith-Based Partnerships in Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors

October 25, 2024

Domestic violence (DV) is a pervasive public health crisis, impacting over 10 million people in the U.S. each year.* Survivors face numerous challenges, from physical injuries to complex mental health issues like PTSD, depression, and substance abuse. Healing from the trauma of DV requires holistic support that addresses survivors’ safety, health, economic, and spiritual needs. While DV shelters offer vital services, many struggle to comprehensively meet clients’ diverse needs. Faith and spirituality can play a powerful role in survivors’ resilience and recovery.** However, little research has explored how DV agencies perceive and collaborate with faith-based organizations (FBOs) to provide holistic care. This study interviewed staff from DV shelters to understand their experiences and attitudes toward FBO partnerships.

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