Week 1: Gratitude

Free Download: 3 Gratitude Activities To Try Today

Finding joy and gratitude, especially in the midst of the last year can feel difficult. Gratitude is often linked to imporved health, relationships, and job performance. We're providing you with three great activities to help you get started today!
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Spiritual Gifts Assessment

The Spiritual Gifts Assessment tool is a quick survey you can take to identify your spiritual gifts. To take this assesment, you must be logged into the website. If you do not have an account yet, it takes seconds to set one up. Enjoy!
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Week 2: Suffering

5 Practices to Help You Through Times of Struggle

There is a growing body of research indicating that people can and do grow through suffering. Here are 5 practices that are backed by research to help you grow through times of struggle.
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Groups & Classes

• Cancer Support Group 
• Caregiver Support Group 
• Chronic Pain Support Group 
• Stephen Ministry

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Care & Support

If you’ve suffered emotionally, spiritually, physically, or mentally and need support, we’re here for you. Visit stlukesumc.com/care or contact Rev. Dr. Regina Proctor, Pastor of Care, for prayer requests and the many other ways we can come alongside and care for you in your time of need.
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Week 3: Getting Along With Others

How to Start Antiracist Work in Your Community

Many people feel ill-equipped about discussing race in their communities. Finally, people have woken up to a new reality that others in our community have been living with for too long. Collectively, we are understanding that not only must we stand in solidarity with those who have been marginalized, we must also take action to create long-lasting, systemic change to address racial injustice and inequality.
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Center for Contemplation & Justice

• Racial Justice Group 
• Social Action Group

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Assessments

Below are two ways you can do self work to 1) acknowledge areas for emotional intelligence growth and 2) assess any biases you have. These helpful tools can change the way you live and interact with others.
Emotional Intelligence Test Implicit Bias Test

Week 4: Sexual Ethics

7 Ways to Battle Sexual Addiction

Over 40 million American people regularly visit porn sites. 35% of all internet downloads are related to pornography. Today more than ever, sex and sexual ethics are a topic many individuals struggle to talk about, identify, or even understand. If you're struggling in this area or know someone who is, check out the free download.
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Support Groups & Care

If you need support or care, we’re here for you. Visit stlukesumc.com/care or contact Rev. Dr. Regina Proctor, Pastor of Care, with questions and specific needs.

• Stephen Ministry (one-on-one counseling)
• Sex Addicts Anonymous Indiana
• Porn Addicts Anonymous

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Week 5: Grief

9 Ways to Cope with Grief

A grief recovery process is different for every person. There are no cure-alls or one-size-fits-all type of programs to help you through a painful grieving process. For some, it can take years before they can get a handle on their as grief recovery may be difficult, but it is not impossible. It is about learning how to cope with your grief rather than suppressing it or hoping that it fades away. Here are 9 ways to cope with grief with the loss of a loved one.
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Support Groups & Care

Looking for support or care? We have you covered. Visit stlukesumc.com/care or contact Rev. Dr. Regina Proctor, Pastor of Care, with questions and specific needs. Here are a few local groups you can join:

• Brooke’s Place
• Healing Under Grief Support (H.U.G.S)
• Men’s Grief Group
• Hope (Infant & Pregnancy Loss) Support Group 

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Week 6: Handling Conflict

Easy Ways to Handle Conflict That Work

Conflict, while often avoided, is not necessarily bad. In fact, conflict can be good for you. The key is learning how to manage conflict effectively so that it can serve as a catalyst, rather than a hindrance, to your personal improvement.
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Groups & Classes

• Mindful Community Group 
• Stephen Ministry

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Assessments

Below are two ways you can do self work to 1) acknowledge areas for emotional intelligence growth and 2) discover your conflict styles. These helpful tools can change the way you live and interact with others.
Emotional Intelligence TestConflict Profile

Week 7: Letting Go of Revenge

The Power of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is the act of compassionately releasing the desire to punish someone or yourself for an offense. It’s a state of grace, nothing you can force or pretend. There are no shortcuts. Learn three great techniques on letting go and moving forward
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Groups & Classes

If you need support or care, we’re here for you. Visit stlukesumc.com/care or contact Rev. Dr. Regina Proctor, Pastor of Care, with questions and specific needs. Here are a few local groups you can join:

• Anger Management Support Groups
• Stephen Ministry

Find A Group

Assessments

Below are two ways you can do self work to 1) acknowledge areas for emotional intelligence growth and 2) discover your conflict styles. These helpful tools can change the way you live and interact with others.
Emotional Intelligence TestConflict Profile