Beyond The Beacon
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J., as they discuss current events and topics relevant to the local Church in Paterson and the global Catholic Church. Bishop Sweeney answers questions from listeners, interviews guests, and shares reflections and insights helpful for all striving to live a life of faith, hope, and love.
Beyond The Beacon
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We are facing a mental health crisis with rising distress and illness, especially among youth. In this episode, we explore the connection between faith, mental health, and science, and reflect on what is driving this epidemic and how we can support those affected.
Joining Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish are guests Beth Hlabse and Christina Liparini for a remote episode recorded at Saint Elizabeth University in Morris Township.
Hlabse is Program Director of the Fiat Program on Faith and Mental Health at the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana.
Liparini is Assistant Professor of Psychology and Doctoral Program Director at Saint Elizabeth University.
Show Notes:
- Fiat Program on Faith and Mental Health - University of Notre Dame
- Psychology Dept. - Saint Elizabeth University
- Mental Health Matters Workshop
- New Jersey Catholic Mental Health Conference
Email questions and topic ideas to Bishop Kevin at beyond@patersondiocese.org.
Produced by Jai Agnish, Andrea M. Adams of Saint Elizabeth University, and Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney for the Diocese of Paterson. Engineered by Brandon Hutchinson of Saint Elizabeth University. Edited and theme song by Jai Agnish. Illustrations by Dennis Dalelio.
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