Prayers
Inspirational and Healing Prayers (National Alliance on Mental Illness – NAMI)
For Mental Illness Recovery and Understanding
Catholic Health Association of the United States (CHAUS)
Featured Resource: A Mental Health Way of the Cross
A new version of an ancient devotion. This unique Way of the Cross invites participants to walk with Christ through the lens of mental health challenges, discovering God’s presence, compassion, and hope in the midst of suffering. Written from lived experience and within the Catholic spiritual tradition, this resource is available for purchase by individuals, parishes or groups.
Additional Devotions and Novenas
Devotions
Rosary Meditations for People with Mental Illness – The Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers
Stations of the Cross for Persons with Mental Illness and their Families & Friends – The Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers
Novenas
St. Dymphna Novena – Office for Family Life, Diocese of Orange, CA
St. Louis Martin Novena: For Depression, Anxiety, and Mental Disorders
Scripture and Psalms
Psalms of Lament
Additional Resources
Be a Gentle Presence in Someone’s Storm: Mental Health First Aid
Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries 