Welcome to the March 2023 issue of Faith and Health Partnerships Monthly. We hope you find these resources and tips helpful as you care for members of your congregation and community. If you have questions or topic ideas for future issues, please reach out to us. We'd love to hear from you!

This year’s theme, Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories, recognizes women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling including print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs, podcasts, and more. 

Help youth in your congregation learn about the science of drug use and addiction through interactive quizzes, conversation starters, videos, and other activity ideas from the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

Self-Harm Awareness Month

You may know someone from your congregation impacted by self-injury. Learn about the warning signs and how you can help.

National Nutrition Month

This year’s theme, Fuel for the Future, focuses on eating with sustainability in mind to protect the environment. Learn how and see additional resources.

Building loving community begins with connections. For people of faith, this happens when we gather for worship, participate in congregational gatherings, provide care, and work together in service and mission activities.

March 1 | 11:00 a.m.

Social Influencers of Health and Suicide in Black Youth

March 6 | 9:00 a.m.

Compassion, Prevention, and Healing for Addiction Learn about treatment approaches from the Jewish perspective.

March 7-April 25

5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Virtual Trauma Healing Facilitator Training

March 8 | 11:00 a.m.

Faith, Spirituality, and Peer Support

March 13 | 1:00 p.m.

Virtual Mastermind Group Meeting

March 13

Monthly Day of Prayer for Mental Health

March 16

6:00-8:00 p.m.

Colon Health: Make it Your Priority



March 29-30

HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) 2023 Summit

April 20 | 1:00 p.m.

Healthy Living for Your Brain/Body & Spiritual Care

$5,000 community scholarships for students in healthcare-related fields

As we continue our efforts to advance equity within our communities and provide opportunities for historically underrepresented groups, Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care are awarding $5,000 scholarships to college students demonstrating financial need and who reside within our healthcare service areas. Ten scholarships for members of our communities will be awarded to those who meet the criteria and apply by March 31. See eligibility requirements and digital flyer to learn more.

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Advocate Faith and Health Partnerships

We work side-by-side with faith communities to promote health equity by mobilizing the transforming power of social connectedness and spiritual wisdom.

Our core belief: Drawing on the wisdom of our religious traditions and the best social and public health science, we believe that positive, mutual relationships and the intentional practice of faith are at the heart of what creates equitable health and well-being for individuals, congregations and communities.

Learn more about our work in English and Spanish.

We blend the strengths of Advocate Health Care with the strengths of your congregation to improve the health of those in your community.