Will Your Anchor Hold? Empathic Strain Insights for Faith Leaders

The Abbey is a virtual ministry of St. Andrew's Guelph. Its mission is be a safe space to nurture spiritual things and to care for those who tend to all things spiritual. Under the leadership of The Rev. John Borthwick (aka Brother John), The Abbey seeks to support and care for those who "tend to all things spiritual" by making space for conversation, learning, and rest.Follow us on Eventbrite to stay informed about future virtual events and gatherings.Contact us to inquire as to how we can be a support to you and to offer suggestions for future event topics.

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Caring for others takes its toll - learn to ride its waves and thrive amid the storms of the calling you've answered to serve.

<p><strong>Wednesday January 26, 2022 from 2:00 - 3:30PM EST</strong></p>

<h2>Will Your Anchor Hold? Empathic Strain Insights for Faith Leaders with Brother John</h2><h3></h3><h3>Over 90 minutes with other faith leaders, you will explore:</h3><h3>- Empathic strain and other risk factors that come with caring for others</h3><h3>- The signs and symptoms of empathic strain</h3><h3>- Managing expectations and setting healthy boundaries in the faith community you lead</h3><h3>- Strategies and tools to maintain the crucial balance of caring too much and not caring anymore</h3><h3>- How this content resonates with others on a similar journey to you</h3><h3></h3>

<h1>REGISTER TODAY!!!</h1><blockquote></blockquote><blockquote>“The expectation that we can be immersed in suffering and loss daily and not be touched by it is as unrealistic as expecting to be able to walk through water without getting wet.” ~ Rachel Naomi Remen, M.D. from <em>Kitchen Table Wisdom</em></blockquote><p></p><h2>Join Brother John from The Abbey for an impactful presentation and conversation on Empathic Strain for Faith Leaders (90 minutes including Q&amp;A).</h2><h2></h2><h3>Brother John (aka Rev. John Borthwick) is an ordained minister who has served The Presbyterian Church in Canada for a quarter century. Over the years, John has become a certified Community and Workplace Traumatologist and an Empathic Strain (Compassion Fatigue) trainer as an Associate with TEND Academy. His work with First Responders has expanded his understanding and expertise in the area of trauma and resilience. Experiencing his own journey with empathic strain and overwhelm, John is passionate about sharing what he&#x27;s learned with others who have answered the call to care for others.</h3><h3></h3><h3>Webinar Date and Time</h3><h3><strong>Wednesday January 26, 2022 from 2:00 - 3:30PM EST</strong></h3><h3></h3><h3>The webinar will be held via ZOOM and will NOT be recorded for the sake of the confidentiality and safety of the participants.</h3><h3></h3><h3>This session will be<em> limited to 15 registrants</em> so that we can enhance our engagement with this important content. </h3><h3></h3><h3><strong>Cost: $35 (The Abbey is absorbing the Eventbrite fee)</strong></h3><h3></h3><h3>The Abbey loves to surprise a random registrant with a special gift inspired by the spirit of monastic life that could be in the form of beer or books (the blessed one&#x27;s choice).  </h3><h2></h2><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>This series is hosted by The Abbey, a virtual ministry of St. Andrew&#x27;s Guelph, whose mission is be a safe space to nurture spiritual things and to care for those who tend to all things spiritual. Under the leadership of The Rev. John Borthwick (aka Brother John), The Abbey seeks to support and care for those who &quot;tend to all things spiritual&quot; by making space for conversation, learning, and rest.</p><p>Follow us on Eventbrite to stay informed about future virtual events and gatherings. </p><p>*** By registering for this event, your name and email will be added to The Abbey&#x27;s subscriber list. This information will not be shared with anyone. You may unsubscribe at any time.</p>

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