Led by crisis intervention educator and trauma counselor Peter Volkman, MSW, CSW, two day training will examine statistics, myths and attitudes about suicide, develop practical skills for response and intervention, and address pastoral self-care in the midst of such strong emotions. Participants will also share in the creation of a suicide education brief. Congregational leaders, emergency response providers, chaplains, educators, students — all are encouraged to attend.

Location: 502 W. 41st Street (Sts. Cyril & Methodius and St. Raphael side parish hall – separate entrance) Cost: $50 materials fee RSVP: Marlene Smith, msmith@dcs-ny.org