Being of Service: Introduction - Manuscript Edition
"Being of Service is a transformative course that explores the call to serve others, especially those facing mental health challenges and substance abuse.
This training equips you with practical knowledge and biblical insights, blending faith with action to help you make a meaningful difference. Whether you're looking to understand the importance of service, grow spiritually, or learn how to support individuals in crisis, this course will provide you with the tools, compassion, and wisdom to act on your faith.
What You Will Learn
In this course, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of mental health and substance abuse, the biblical foundation of service, and how to navigate the challenges of serving while facing personal struggles. You'll explore inspiring stories of individuals who have turned their hardships into opportunities to serve others, discover the difference between volunteering and being of service, and learn how to balance service with self-care. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and resources to serve those in need, mentor others, and find opportunities to serve within your community.
"Service is Love in Action—Faith Moves Beyond Prayer to Transform Lives!"
Outline:
I. Introduction
1. Opening Prayer
2. Purpose of the Training
o To explore the importance of service even in times of personal struggle.
o To understand how faith and community can support those facing mental health or substance abuse challenges.
3 Volunteer or Service: Is there a Difference?
Module 1. Understanding Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Lesson 1. Definitions and Types
o Mental health issues (e.g., depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder)
o Substance abuse and addiction
Lesson 2. Being of Service to those Struggling
Lesson 3. Stigma and Misconceptions
o Common misunderstandings in Christian communities
Lesson 4. The Importance of Acknowledging Struggles
o The Importance of Validation
o Steps To Take to Validate
Module 2. The Biblical Basis for Service
Lesson 1. 10 Key Verses
Lesson 2. The Role of Service in Spiritual Growth
Lesson 3. The Role of Service in Recovery from Substance Abuse
Lesson 4. Balancing Service and Self-Care
Module 3. Personal Struggles and Being of Service
Lesson 1. The Challenge of Serving While Struggling
Lesson 2. Inspirational Stories of People Who Used Their Personal Struggles to help others
I. LISA HONIG BUKSBAUM
II. DOROTHY JOHNSON-SPEIGHT
III. REBEKAH GREGORY
IV. FRED AND ANGELA BILETNIKOFF
Module 4. Mentorship
Lesson 1. What is Mentorship?
Lesson 2. Do You Have What it Takes?
o Leadership Quiz
o Know Yourself
Lesson 3. Rx4Wholeness Mentorship Program
Module 5. Opportunities to Serve
Lesson 1. National Organizations
Lesson 2. Way to Serve in Your Church
Being of Service: A Call to Love through Action
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