Wesley LifeForce Memorial Day Tasmania
20th of April, 2010
The first LifeForce Memorial Service for Tasmania was held in the centre of state at Campbell Town last Tuesday. Around 100 people attended from across the state, and very positive feedback was received.
“Very emotional for me? But good to share with others who have similar experience!” - Leonie
“Very appropriate. Very needed, very powerful. Thank you for your generous and thoughtful presentation”. - Marian
“So much needed, beautifully thought out and a real comfort to me, in spite of my tears at the balloon launch. Thank you so much to all involved.” - Ruth
At the end of the service, those who attended released yellow balloons when Rev. Garner had prayed the final prayer of blessing. A piper then played a lament.
The service was modeled on the Opera House event for people who have been affected by suicide and live in its heartbreaking aftermath, and for the community to reflect upon this serious social issue. It is a tangible reminder for those who have lost a loved one to suicide that they are not alone and that the community cares.
Rev. Keith Garner spoke at the service which was lead by Ailie Ward the presenter of ABC Stateline in Tasmania. There were also contributions from Dr John Crawshaw, CEO, Statewide & Mental Health Service and Sandra Littlejohn, who has lost a family member to suicide.
The event was organized in partnership with Lifeline Hobart, who provided a great deal of man power and the benefit of their local knowledge and relationships.
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Guests release balloons to provide a hopeful and reflective ending to the LifeForce Memorial Day. |
Guests place photos and messages of love and remembrance on the LifeForce Memorial Wall. |
Wesley Mission LifeForce
Ph. 02 8922 9033
Email. lifeforce@wesleymission.org.au
Web. www.wesleylifeforce.org
Lifeline Hobart
Ph. 03 6224 3450
Email. info.south@lifelinetasmania.com.au
Web. www.lifeline.org.au/hobart
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Wesley Mission LifeForce and Lifeline Hobart gratefully acknowledge the support of:
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The Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Program gratefully acknowledges the financial assistance of the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing through the National Suicide Prevention Strategy.
We would love to hear your feedback on the 2010 LifeForce Memorial Day in Tasmania. Please share your thoughts and comments on the service.
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