Grief & COVID: a pastoral support group

Note: To allow for a larger group, we have changed the dates of this group from starting in January to starting in February. New dates are below.

The Wisconsin Council of Churches is excited to partner with Anesis Therapy to offer a pastoral support group for clergy. This 4 part series will take place at 1pm on February 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd over zoom. Cost is $150. This is subsidized by the WCC to help make it more affordable. If cost is preventing you from participating, please reach out to us to discuss scholarship options.

Anesis Therapy (ACMFT) is a state certified DHS clinic that provides mental health, substance abuse and case management services. Anesis was established to bring more culturally competent mental health care in the Dane County area in 2016 by Myra McNair. ACMFT staff is comprised of racially, culturally, and linguistically diverse staff that bring insight into the dimensions of identity that we seek to address at our clinic. Their diverse staff bring rich life and clinical experience, insight, and community knowledge that deeply supports structural inclusivity within all aspects of our reach. They are located in Madison, WI and work with various community partners including churches and organizations in WCC’s network – Mt. Zion Baptist Church to operate a walk-in center and Just Dane to run trauma groups.

Details
• Small group of clergy led by a licensed therapist
• Closed group, which will be directed by a covenant and confidentiality
• Sessions will include grounding/check in, case studies, theme discussion, book studies, and pastoral care and support
• Meetings will be online (Zoom) and last approximately 90 minutes long
• Meetings are to be held on Tuesdays at either 1pm with sessions beginning on 2/1/22.
• Four sessions total

Main Topic of the series will be Grief & Covid broken down into the following subjects:

• Vicarious Trauma and Cascade effect
• Changes: Spiritual routines and rhythms disrupted, shift in identity
• Routines and stability- Personal, putting life on hold
• Self Care

Throughout the series, we want to emphasize that pastors can be reminded that this is the time to be authentic. Share what you’re worried about, be honest with yourself about what you hope for and what you fear. Then, take time to hear from those who care for you and listen to God.

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