Stacey Crosson- Central Region

Stacey Crosson- Central Region

The world needs hope.  (Can I hear a sister say Amen?!)

We live in a world full of hurt.  And for anyone who isn’t ok with numb, the feelings are real.  Substantial.  Thick.  And just plain, exhausting at times.  It’s time to feel light.  

“For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light,” our Lord promises.

On April 16 I’d like you to join my faith community at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Springfield, VA in learning more about how to welcome and care for others who are hurting and need their burden lightened.

Here are three reasons you might consider attending:

-It will be a safe place to explore difficult things.  Topics which are hard to understand, such as anxiety, depression, and suicide, will be presented with love and respect by professionals who understand the complexities of such things.  You’ll be able to talk with them first hand and find a professional you trust.

-Caring connections will be made with others and you will learn you are not alone.  We are not alone.  We are ALL in this together.  Individuals and families who live with mental health issues tend to isolate themselves, pulling inward to self-protect.  You’ll discover there is healing in letting others in. The Church community can be a place of hope and healing.

-Finally, you’ll receive HOPE!  If you’re a caregiver, you’ll find joy and hope in the journey.  If you are someone who is struggling, you’ll have the opportunity to meet others who are living resiliently and courageously with mental health issues and be encouraged!  If you’re a church member or friend of someone who is struggling, you’ll be equipped to reach out and care.

So find a friend and bring them with you…that way, you won’t feel alone (and you can both tell everyone you’re attending because of your friend!) 

Details:  Saturday, April 16, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Springfield, Virginia 22152.  Register athttp://www.poplc.org/hope.  Or call 703-451-5855 for more information.

A bit about Stacey:

Stacey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Family Life Educator, and Christian educator.  She is a graduate of Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota and Nova Southeastern, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.  Stacey has over 25+ years experience working with individuals, couples, and families in restoring healthy relationships.  Prior to moving to Virginia last year, she lived abroad in Germany for 13 years where she worked at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center as a LMFT and later in private practice in Wiesbaden, Germany.  She is married to her best friend, Jeff, and is the proud mama of two growing, wise girls, Ella and Ava.  She currently serves as the Minister of Care and Outreach at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Springfield, Virginia. 

We give thanks for the heart-felt ministry of Stacey.

 Stacey comments about ministry life-

 "My greatest passion in ministry is helping others to experience

 the gift of reconciliation, first, in their relationship with Jesus Christ 

and then in their daily interactions with other people. 

I pursued studies in Christian education and family therapy 

in order to equip myself and others for this ministry of reconciliation."