Bethesda Healing Ministry – a safe, loving and compassionate place to begin a healing journey from a past abortion experience – will hold its annual fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 15, at Columbus St. Joseph Cathedral, 212 E. Broad St.
The event, with the theme “Cast Your Net” (John 21:1-14), will begin with the rosary at 8:30 a.m. and Mass at 9, followed by brunch and a program in the cathedral undercroft. Keynote speaker will be Father Thomas Blau, O.P.
Tickets are $35. To register, visit www.bethesdahealing.org/event.
Bethesda Healing ministry knows that the emotional pain suffered after an abortion is not talked about openly. Almost everyone knows someone who has had an abortion experience. Many suffer afterward, keeping it a secret for years or even until death.
Jesus tells us to come to Him. He will wash away our sins and make us new. If our sins are forgiven by Jesus, why don’t we forgive ourselves? Why do we continue to hurt?
Bethesda Healing Ministry can help work through the emotional pain after an abortion. Meetings take place the second and fourth Mondays of each month, and dinner is provided before each meeting. Bethesda promises anonymity and compassion, and everyone is welcomed with love.
A priest is an important part of the ministry team, and each session begins with prayer and reflection. Through community support, the healing journey begins, and the individual will know they are not alone. Healing will take time and differ for each person; many members stay to help others through their journey.
Bethesda meets on the campus of Columbus Christ the King Church, 2777 E. Livingston Ave. The parish supports and promotes the ministry by putting information in the bulletin and in the confessional. The Knights of Columbus, The Catholic Foundation, The Catholic Times and St. Gabriel Catholic Radio have supported Bethesda Healing Ministry for more than 20 years.
Hurting souls should know Bethesda Healing Ministry is waiting with open hearts and welcoming arms to start their healing journey.
Bethesda Healing Ministry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, relying on the generosity of supporters to continue its work.
To become a Friend of Bethesda by making a donation, visit www.bethesdahealing.org.