Mental Health Awareness Lunch & Learn
Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21 & 28
12:00 pm, Zoom
Join us for a new wellness series, where trusted clinical professionals and educators explore relevant topics to support your wellbeing. Presented by: Dunwoody UMC, St. Luke’s UMC, Peachtree Road UMC, and The One Lamb Initiative for Mental Wellness. For more information, contact Rev. Emily Miles at emilym@prumc.org.
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The biblical idea of Sabbath—a 1-in-7 rhythm of rest and work—is both deeply needed and often neglected. Why do we long for rest yet struggle to find it? This session explores how Sabbath reshapes our priorities, pace, and calling to bring healing to a restless world.
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Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio |Candler School of Theology
Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio is Associate Professor of Old Testament at Emory’s Candler School of Theology and Executive Director of The Candler Foundry. His work focuses on the Psalms, Prophets, biblical metaphors, poverty, and Sabbath.
This session explores the science behind how spiritual practices affect the body and addresses common misconceptions about faith. It also offers practical techniques to strengthen faith, reshape daily rhythms, and support healing and overall well-being.
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Dr. Andrea DeWalt | RUMC Pastoral Counseling Service
Andrea DeWalt, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience and serves with the PRUMC Pastoral Counseling Service. She provides assessment and therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Relationships are central to who we are, connecting us to one another in deep and meaningful ways. This session explores what draws us together, how relationships shape our lives, and how community forms our identity, purpose, and overall well-being.
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Rev. Grace Guyton | Grace Guyton Counseling
Rev. Grace Guyton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving the metro Atlanta area. She works with individuals and couples on relationships, anxiety, grief, perinatal mental health, and spiritual concerns.
Creative expression supports emotional regulation, reduces stress, and improves overall well-being. This session explores its connection to mental health and offers practical ways to incorporate creativity, restore balance, and enrich daily life.
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Helen Goldberg & McKenzie Williams | Skyland Trail
Helen Goldberg, Assistant Director of Adjunctive Therapies at Skyland Trail, and McKenzie Williams, Art Therapist at Skyland Trail, lead therapeutic arts programs for adults, using creative expression to support emotional healing, resilience, and overall mental well-being.