| The Society of Mary and Martha was set up specifically to provide care and support for people in Christian ministry and/or their spouses at times of stress, crisis, burnout or breakdown. |
| Some resources are exclusively for people in ministry: |
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| All other programme events are open to everyone, although many have been designed with particular reference to the needs of people in ministry. |
| Our definition of "in ministry" includes men and women from any denomination who are |
- ordained
- full time stipendary lay worker, missionaries, members of religious communities
- retired (from eitther above)
- spouses (independently or with his/her ministerial partner)
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| Our expertise comes from several decades of experience at Sheldon, plus broad-based trainings in spiritual, psychological and physical approaches to health and wellbeing. We have a good understanding of the nature and dangers of ministry, and what working for the church can be like. |
| We have a light-touch approach and respect your autonomy and dignity. We will offer advice if requested, or create space in which you can explore in your own way at your own pace. Our job is to be a resource to you, give you the tools you need, and keep you in the driving seat. Use us if you want to chew the fat with someone who is off your home patch and doesn’t have a vested interest in the choices you make. |
ps - what we’re not:
psychiatric or nursing care
marital or psychoanalytical therapy
laying on of hands or prayer ministry |
Information on funding - The only discounts we offer are to people in ministry and/or their spouses, in line with the objects of the charity. Resources exclusively for people in ministry are shown at the ministry rate. For all events open to everyone, you may deduct 20% as standard.
Our fees are already below the real costs of provision, but we do not wish finance to be a bar for anyone who needs our specialist resources. Please check other sources of funding and if you can still not afford the full amount, please indicate on the booking form the amount of support you need. |
For your enjoyment and protection, Sheldon House Rules apply
You might be interested to receive a full body massage during your stay |
