If you or someone you know is in crisis,

call or text 988

The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

or visit them on the web

988lifeline.org

This service is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All calls are confidential.

It is important to note that suicide is not a normal response to stress. Suicidal thoughts or actions are a sign of extreme distress and should not be ignored. If these warning signs apply to you or someone you know, get help as soon as possible, particularly if the behavior is new or has increased recently.

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Podcasts
You, too, Deserve Joy with Doug Reed, Executive Director of Beacon of Light
Faith in Mind: Stories of Light and Hope, Season 1, Episode 1.
Doug Reed
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February 6, 2025

Beacon of Light was born out of a heartfelt desire by St. Andrew Methodist Church to address mental health concerns proactively, and share this important ministry with other churches. In the season opener, listen to the personal story of Doug, who has experienced the pain of mental health concerns within his own family and journeyed through grief related to suicide. This interview allows us to all take a step back and remember that you, too, deserve joy.  

Beacon of Light was born out of a heartfelt desire by St. Andrew Methodist Church to address mental health concerns proactively, and share this important ministry with other churches. In the season opener, listen to the personal story of Doug, who has experienced the pain of mental health concerns within his own family and journeyed through grief related to suicide. This interview allows us to all take a step back and remember that you, too, deserve joy.  

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You, too, Deserve Joy with Doug Reed, Executive Director of Beacon of Light

Faith in Mind: Stories of Light and Hope, Season 1, Episode 1.

You, too, Deserve Joy with Doug Reed, Executive Director of Beacon of Light
Author
Doug Reed
Date
Feb 6, 2025
Category
Podcasts

Beacon of Light was born out of a heartfelt desire by St. Andrew Methodist Church to address mental health concerns proactively, and share this important ministry with other churches. In the season opener, listen to the personal story of Doug, who has experienced the pain of mental health concerns within his own family and journeyed through grief related to suicide. This interview allows us to all take a step back and remember that you, too, deserve joy.