• Home
  • Start a Ministry
    • Start a Parish Ministry
    • Start a Diocesan Ministry
    • Ministry Stories
  • Resources
    • When a Loved One Dies by Suicide Film Series
    • Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network
    • Formation and Training
    • Resources by Topic
    • CMHM Webinars & Newsletters
    • Spiritual Support Groups
    • Worship and Liturgy Resources
    • Prayer Resources
    • Documents and Books
    • Testimonials and Reflections
    • Helpful Organizations
    • Legal Liability
  • Become A Member
  • About
    • Our Mission
    • Our Charter
    • Board of Directors
    • List of Ministries
      • Los Angeles Chapter
      • Orange County Chapter
      • San Jose Chapter
      • Hartford Chapter
      • St. Augustine Chapter
      • Chicago Chapter
        • Chicago - About Us
        • Chicago Support and Education
        • Chicago Prayer
        • Chicago Announcements
      • Kansas City Chapter
      • Northeast (Scranton) & North-Central (Williamsport) Chapter
      • Houston Chapter
      • The Saint Labre Community Chapter in Northern Virginia
      • Archdiocese of Seattle Mental Health Ministry
      • Madison Wisconsin Chapter
      • Johannesburg, South Africa Chapter
      • Idaho
      • Boston
      • St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
      • Moldova
      • Fall River
      • North Carolina
      • Diocese of Rockford Mental Health Ministry
        • Ministries
  • Contact
  • Media
    • Mental Health Ministry in the Media
    • When a Loved One Dies by Suicide
      • Media Assets
|||
Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers
  • Contact
Facebook
Search
  • Home
  • Start a Ministry
      • Start a Parish Ministry
      • Start a Diocesan Ministry
      • Ministry Stories
  • Resources
      • When a Loved One Dies by Suicide Film Series
      • Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network
      • Formation and Training
      • Resources by Topic
      • CMHM Webinars & Newsletters
      • Spiritual Support Groups
      • Worship and Liturgy Resources
      • Prayer Resources
      • Documents and Books
      • Testimonials and Reflections
      • Helpful Organizations
      • Legal Liability
  • Become A Member
  • About
      • Our Mission
      • Our Charter
      • Board of Directors
      • List of Ministries
  • Contact
  • Media
      • Mental Health Ministry in the Media
      • When a Loved One Dies by Suicide
    • About Us The Need News Events Contact Us National CMHM

  • South Africa Chapter
    South Africa Chapter
    Parish Mental Health Ministry in Johannesburg
      • Become A Member
    • Parish Mental Health Ministries in the Archdiocese of Johannesburg - South Africa

      All Saints and Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Parishes in the Archdiocese of Johannesburg - South Africa are glad to announce that, through the support of the Catholic Health Care Association of Southern Africa (CATHCA), they have opened their doors for Parish Mental Health Ministry in January 2022. They form part of the South African Chapter of the Catholic Mental Health Ministers.

      CATHCA’S Skills Development Coordinator: Melese Tumato Shula
      +27 83 586 8607
      [email protected]

  • A Statement from the Director of CATHCA

    • In 2019, nearly a billion people – including 14% of the world’s adolescents - were living with a mental disorder.  Suicide accounted for more than 1 in 100 deaths and 58% of suicides occurred before age 50. Mental disorders are the leading cause of disability, causing one in six years lived with disability. People with severe mental health conditions die on average 10 to 20 years earlier than the general population, mostly due to preventable physical diseases. Childhood sexual abuse and bullying victimization are major causes of depression. Social and economic inequalities, public health emergencies, war, and the climate crisis are among the global, structural threats to mental health. Common mental health problems are estimated to have increased by 3 to 7 times since the advent of the Coronavirus Pandemic. In SA it is estimated that only 10% of people with mental health conditions, who are uninsured, receive any form of care.
    • All Saints Catholic Parish Church
      Ennerdale-Johannesburg

      Mental Health Ministry Coordinator: Ms Lauren Millisa Bikhani
      +27 72 074 0174 
      [email protected]

    • Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Parish Church
      Emdeni-Johannesburg

      Mental Health Ministry Coordinator: Ms Mantshiko Topsy Masooa
      +27 73 519 3469 
      [email protected]

    • The Need for Mental Health Care in our Parish

      There is a definite need for Mental health care in our parish with every day stresses, depression, unemployment, substance abuse & suicidal tendencies. Our mission is to assist you with these mental health issues by listening to you to understand your concern & then assisting you with working through this or referring you to the relevant areas for additional help.

      We recently had a workshop to learn about all the different types of mental health concerns & we would like our parishioners to know that our mental health ministry group offers a kind ear & safe space to listen to you & help with whatever you are going through. All that is shared or said to us is confidential & you will not be judged. Our purpose is to find you the help you need or if required - just to be a shoulder to cry on.

      Examples of Mental Health Concerns include: depression, stress, anxiety, panic attacks, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder & more prevalent in kids – ADHD & Conduct Disorder.

      We understand that society has placed a stigma on mental health care & people are afraid to come forward but please trust that we have your best interest at heart. We are 1 of only 2 parishes where this is being piloted so the success of this program in our parish guarantees the implementation of this ministry in all other parishes in the Diocese. Changing our attitudes to mental health care issues WILL save lives.

  • Latest South Africa Chapter News

    • Mental Health Ministry in South Africa - Interview with Bishop Victor Phalana
      Mental Health Ministry in South Africa - Interview with Bishop Victor Phalana Read More
    • Parish Mental Health Ministry team of Our Lady of Mercy promoting “Men’s Mental health care”
      Parish Mental Health Ministry team of Our Lady of Mercy promoting “Men’s Mental health care”
      In the month of November, Our Parish Mental Health Ministry team of Our Lady of Mercy had a discussion with the men of the parish on the topic of “ Men’s Mental health care”
      Read More
    • MH Team of All Saints Parish promoting the importance of Women’s Mental Health
      MH Team of All Saints Parish promoting the importance of Women’s Mental Health
      Our Parish Mental health team of All Saints Parish discussed the importance of Women’s Mental Health. Many members of the parish had a chance to open up and speak about their experiences related to their own mental health and their dear ones.
      Read More
    • Parish Mental Health Ministry team of Our Lady of Mercy parish participating in outreach program
      Parish Mental Health Ministry team of Our Lady of Mercy parish participating in outreach program
      Parish Mental Health Ministry team of Our Lady of Mercy parish participating in outreach program to assist children with mental health challenges.
      Read More
    More News
    • South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) - World Suicide Prevention Day

      Help save a Life

      According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), over 700 000 people die by suicide globally each year. And for every one suicide, there are an estimated 20 suicide attempts with many more having serious thoughts of suicide. South African men are four times more likely to die by suicide than women, and the most at-risk age group in the country is adolescents.

      Over the last few months, we’ve seen headlines of death by suicide of young teenagers, popular celebrities, students, fathers, sons, best friends and grandchildren. Zamo Mbele, Clinical Psychologist and SADAG Board Deputy Chairperson says, “Suicide does not discriminate, it affects all ages, races, genders and socio-economic backgrounds. Suicide is happening within our families, affecting campuses and schools, and impacting communities across the country. Even one suicide, is one too many.”

      For World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) this year, SADAG is encouraging people to have #Brave Conversations to create more safe spaces to talk about Suicide Prevention. Talking about Suicide Prevention can literally save a life and that could be your child, partner, colleague, friend or brother. Talking about suicide is prevention. There’s still a lot of stigma and fear around Suicide making people afraid if they talk about Suicide, it could “plant the seed” or cause someone to take their own life. By normalising conversations around Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, we make it more comfortable to talk about these important issues at home, around the dinner table, at work, or to friends.

      More Information about SADAG Resources

  • May 7, 2022 Round Table 

    • Integrating the Faith-Based Approach to Mental Health Care by Fr. Jean-Marie Kuzituka Did'ho

      View PowerPoint

    • Principles of Mental Health Ministry by Deacon Ed Shoener 


    • CATCH Mental Health Workshop Highlights Reel from 7th of May 2022. 


We entrust our mission to Our Lady of Lourdes who is the special patroness for healing.
May our Lady guide us so that  those who live with a mental illness know that they are surrounded by her and her Son's healing presence
and remember that they are never alone. 



The Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers does not provide medical, counseling, or crisis services.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact your local emergency services.


Please Donate to the Ministry
Your donation will allow us to grow this ministry and to offer the prayer cards for free.

Donate Now​​​

Login
powered by eCatholic®