If you are struggling, please know that your pain is valid, and you do not have to carry this heavy burden by yourself. There are people who want to listen without judgment and help you find a path forward. Help is always available right now.

Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Read the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) 5 Action Steps for helpful ways to navigate this moment.

Learn how to safely discuss your feelings using the Distress Centre Calgary Guide.

If you are looking to share your story or find hope in recovery, explore the 988 Lifeline Storytelling Checklist.

You are not alone

Frequently asked questions about our support

Our ministry is committed to providing compassionate care and resources for those facing difficult times. We believe in integrating spiritual guidance with practical support to help individuals find healing and hope.

What can I expect from your coaching or support?
If you reach out to us for help, we will direct you to the suicide prevention hotline, where trained professionals can provide immediate and confidential support. We are here to guide you to the resources you need.

How does your ministry approach helping someone dealing with thoughts of suicide?
A faith-based approach guides caregivers to treat mental health with compassion and break down stigmas, viewing individuals as inherently valued. It pairs spiritual support—such as prayer and fellowship—with the wisdom of professional care, equipping leaders to step into the darkness with those in pain.

What are the practical principles for support?
Practical Principles for Support:
  • Direct Conversation: Caregivers are encouraged to ask directly if someone is thinking about suicide, opening a safe, non-judgmental space to talk.
  • Active Presence: The focus is on active listening, being physically present, and providing tangible, practical assistance.
  • Holistic Healing: Faith communities strive to reduce isolation and build a supportive environment while actively encouraging connection to professional counselors, doctors, or inpatient care.
  • Emphasizing Hope: Caregivers point to God's love and purpose, assuring the individual they are not alone in their struggle.

Are there immediate crisis resources available?
For immediate, life-saving help in St. Charles, Bennsville, MD, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It is free, confidential, available 24/7, and connects you to trained specialists. In-state resources are also easily accessible through the Maryland Department of Health.

What Bible verses offer comfort during a crisis?
Scriptures and prayers are profound anchors, while trusted organizations offer vital clinical and community backing. Guiding Bible Verses:
  • Psalm 34:18 (NIV): "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
  • Psalm 139:13-14 (NIV): "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made."
  • Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV): "‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’"

Can you share a prayer for those in crisis?
A Personal Prayer: "Lord, when darkness surrounds me and I feel like I don't matter, remind me that I am fearfully and wonderfully made in your image. Help me to remember your promises of hope and a future, and guide me to the help and support I need. Amen."

Find hope and healing

Our ministry is here to support you in finding a path forward, reminding you of your inherent worth and the hope that is always available. We are dedicated to walking alongside you with compassion and understanding.