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Statement of Intent
Restoration reflects the desire of Christians to reach out to those struggling with emotional and mental health issues and enable them to experience a sense of inner harmony. We believe this will come from greater self-awareness and self-acceptance understood within the love and grace of God.
The intention is to provide a safe environment where, if they wish, people may acknowledge, either inwardly or openly, the difficulties they face and experience the support that may come from sharing with others and finding acceptance as themselves.
Other ways of experiencing spiritual peace will be offered through creative outlets and worship. The focus will be on greater insight and personal development and resourcing people to move on and feel encouraged to find other networks to which they can belong.
Whilst it is hoped that eventually there will be a national network of support, it is understood that outreach will best be given within local communities through a variety of ways offering support to people experiencing different stages of mental health.
Amongst our guiding principles we recognise that:
· The love of Jesus is freely offered.
· Throughout life we all experience both positive and/or negative aspects of mental well being
· All of us are able to give as well as to receive.
· People come with a variety of needs and experiences.
· Most healing takes place over a period of time as we gain insight and self-acceptance.
· Individual spirituality will be recognised.
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