LifeForce Memorial Day - Newcastle
The Wesley LifeForce Newcastle service took place on Sunday, 15 October. This was a joint initiative of Wesley Newcastle City Mission and Wesley LifeForce and was the first time the Memorial Service was held outside of Sydney.
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For more information on the Newcastle service that took place, phone (02) 4961 1661 or email Wesley Newcastle City Mission.
What is LifeForce Memorial Day?
Lifeforce is a suicide prevention program dedicated to helping reduce the high rate of suicide in Australia. In this work we talk to many people bereaved by suicide. We offer this memorial service so that those who have been touched by suicide have a place to come together in the spirit of comfort and hope.
Conducted in an atmosphere of peace and serenity, the service is an opportunity to reflect and to remember loved ones. During the ceremony you will have an opportunity to cast a sunflower into Newcastle Harbour as a gesture of love and remembrance.
If you would like to talk, counsellors and ministers will be available for you.
if you don’t, your silence and privacy will be respected. if you would prefer to watch from a distance or simply walk past, participation is at your discretion.
Losing a loved one to suicide is a sorrow unlike any other, but you are not alone. We hope you will join us and others who understand something of your journey.
Need to talk to someone?
Trained counsellors are available to listen and assist you. Do not hesitate to call one of the specialist help lines below:
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Lifeline: 131 114
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Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
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Parent Line: 132 055
For Suicide Prevention programs call LifeForce: (02) 9874 2111 or
1800 100 024 (Please note: LifeForce is not a counselling service).
Wesley Newcastle City Mission and Wesley LifeForce gratefully acknowledge our sponsors
