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Introduction to PAX Discussion
This is part of a series of courses each focusing on a key topic that young Christians of color want to know about yet are challenged to find relevant, thoughtful, biblically based resources that answer their questions. We have curated a diverse collection of Jesus centered art, scholarship, and storytelling, primarily created by people of color, that provides teaching, guidance, and opportunities for reflection. Many of the contributors are experts in their field, while others are everyday Christians on their own journey of discovery. Each has a valuable perspective to share on what it means to be a peacemaker and follower of Jesus in today’s world.

God with Us in Our Mental and Emotional Needs

Partner PAX
Learning Pillar Contemplative Activism
Rigor Level Medium
This course guides you on an exploration of how we can experience God’s love and presence in our mental health journeys. You will be introduced to common mental health challenges and asked to reflect on your own understanding of this topic and what has influenced your understanding. You will be introduced to the misguiding of the Church, led through a series of statements and guided to the awareness that we are not alone on our mental health journeys. Now, as you enter this course, prepare yourself for the sensitivity of this topic and open yourself to the insights of God and the supportive nature of Jesus.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, you will:
  1. Understand how God sees our mental health, and how that differs from what we often hear in the church.
  2. Learn how Jesus suffers alongside us and seeks to redeem our mental health struggles.
  3. Gain practical, God-honoring tools and approaches to help care for our own mental health and that of others.

Course Components

Opening

  • Opening | Introduction

    GWUMEN_Intro
    9 Minutes
    Assignment
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  • Opening | Essay Excerpt

    Mental Health
    9 Minutes
    Assignment
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  • Opening | Journey Points

    Mental Health
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Opening | Application Activity

    Mental Health
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Opening | Benediction

    Mental Health
    3 Minutes
    Lesson Locked

Truth

  • Truth | Introduction

    GWUMEN_Truth
    7 Minutes
    Lesson Locked
  • Truth | Scripture Reading

    MH_Truth
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Truth | Essay Excerpt

    MH_Truth
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Truth | Application Activity

    MH_Truth
    3 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Truth | Benediction

    MH_Truth
    3 Minutes
    Lesson Locked

Lies

  • Lies | Introduction

    GWUMEN_ Lies
    8 Minutes
    Lesson Locked
  • Lies | Scripture Reading

    MH_Lies
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Lies | Essay Excerpt

    MH_Lies
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Lies | Image Review

    MH_Lies
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Lies | Application Activity

    MH_Lies
    18 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Lies | Benediction

    MH_Lies
    3 Minutes
    Lesson Locked

Scripture

  • Scripture | Introduction

    GWUMEN_Scripture
    7 Minutes
    Lesson Locked
  • Scripture | Scripture Reading

    MH_Scripture
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Scripture | Essay Excerpt

    MH_Scripture
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Scripture | Application Activity

    MH_Scripture
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Scripture | Benediction

    MH_Scripture
    3 Minutes
    Lesson Locked

Exercise

  • Exercise | Introduction

    GWUMEN_Exercise
    8 Minutes
    Lesson Locked
  • Exercise | Scripture Reading

    MH_Exercise
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Exercise | Essay Excerpt

    MH_Exercise
    5 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Exercise | Application Activity

    MH_Exercise
    7 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Exercise | Benediction

    MH_Exercise
    3 Minutes
    Lesson Locked

Closing

  • Closing | Introduction

    GWUMEN_Closing
    6 Minutes
    Lesson Locked
  • Closing | Journey Points Revisited

    MH_Closing-1
    3 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Closing | Houses of Hope Guide

    MH_Closing-1
    10 Minutes
    Assignment
    Lesson Locked
  • Closing | Benediction

    MH_Closing-1
    6 Minutes
    Lesson Locked

Features and Benefits

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How This Equips Faith Leaders

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God with Us in Our Mental and Emotional Needs

Taught by Keisha Polonio

Keisha Polonio

Meet Your Instructor,
Keisha Polonio

Keisha Polonio is a therapist, licensed clinical social worker, certified leadership coach, growth coach, grief focused, storyteller, abstract artist and proud Belizean healing BIPOC communities. She serves the vulnerable whose voices are often unheard as a case manager, sex-trafficking advocate and nonprofit leader. She lives in Florida with her husband and two sons.

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