Saron Lutheran Church

Encourage each other with support and compassion
The goal of Saron's Mental Health Ministry is to provide mental health awareness information and resources to the Saron congregation and the community at large.
Saron’s Mental Health Ministry will explore a different topic each month.
This month’s topic is…
Finding Peace in our Troubled World
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline:
call, text, or chat 988
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Mental Health & Addiction Connection line:
866-603-0016
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Minnesota Warmline,
for a safe, anonymous, and confidential person to listen and help. Monday – Saturday 12 noon to 10pm: 651-288-0400 or text “support” to 85511
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Parent Email
Warmline:
parent.resource@namimn.org. Find resources, answers to your questions, a support network, and you will know that you are not alone.
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First Call for Help:
800-543-7709 or www.211unitedway.org, for questions about services, assistance, housing and other areas of need

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Finding peace in a troubled world involves a combination
of spiritual practices, mindfulness, focusing on what you
can control, building strong support systems, and
prioritizing self-care like exercise and rest, turning to faith,
nature, or inner calm to navigate chaos and find stability.
Key steps include prayer, meditation, limiting negative
news, connecting with loved ones, and finding purpose,
rather than letting fear or external circumstances dictate
inner peace.
Spiritual & Inner Practices
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Prayer & Faith: Turn to prayer for guidance, find comfort in scripture, and trust in a God to overcome troubles.
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Meditation & Mindfulness: Develop self-awareness, gain perspective, and create an internal space of calm by focusing on your breath and thoughts.
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Gratitude: Shift focus from hardships to blessings to find joy amidst difficulties.
Actions & Mindset
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Limit Negative Input: Be mindful of media consumption and take breaks from screens and news that heighten anxiety.
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Find Purpose: Identify meaningful activities or beliefs that give direction.
Connection & Self-Care
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Nurture Relationships: Lean on family, friends, and supportive communities for encouragement.
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Prioritize Physical Health: Ensure adequate exercise, nutrition, and relaxation to support mental well-being.
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Rest: Establish calming bedtime rituals, free from electronics, to improve sleep.
Seeking Support
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Confide in Others: Share your feelings and stories to process grief.
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Professional Help: Don't hesitate to seek counseling or therapy if needed.
By integrating these strategies, you build internal and external resources to find stability and peace, even when the world feels chaotic.
Information provided by Our Daily Bread Ministries.com
