What is the suicide prevention hotline number?

Call or text 988 to reach the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7. You can also text HELLO to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line.

How can I help someone who is suicidal?

Listen without judgment, ask directly if they are thinking of suicide, stay with them, help remove access to lethal means, and help them connect with support by calling 988 together. Don't leave them alone if they're in immediate danger.

What are the warning signs of suicide?

Warning signs include: talking about wanting to die or being a burden, withdrawing from activities, giving away possessions, extreme mood changes, increased substance use, sleeping too much or too little, and expressing hopelessness.

Is there Catholic support for mental health?

Yes, Breath of Life Ministries provides Catholic mental health ministry combining faith-based support with professional resources. We offer prayers, Scripture guides, and connections to crisis support while honoring both spiritual and mental health needs.

Prayer Request | Breath of Life Ministries

Share Your Prayer Intention

"Again I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything they ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them."

— Matthew 18:19-20

Whatever you are facing—mental health struggles, grief, anxiety, depression, or concern for a loved one—you don't have to carry it alone. Our ministry community will lift your intentions to God in prayer.

All prayer requests are kept confidential. You may share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. First names only are sufficient.

What Happens to Your Prayer Request?

Your intentions are held in sacred trust by our community

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We Receive & Pray

Our ministry team receives your intention and includes it in our daily prayers. Your request is treated with reverence and confidentiality.

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Community Intercession

Your intention (without identifying details) may be shared with our prayer community for additional intercession, unless you request otherwise.

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Follow-Up (If Requested)

If you've requested follow-up and provided your email, a member of our ministry will reach out to offer additional support and resources.

Words of Comfort from Scripture

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."

— 1 Peter 5:7

"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."

— Psalm 34:18

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

— Matthew 11:28

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."

— Philippians 4:6

Prayer to St. Dymphna

Patron Saint of Those with Mental Illness

Lord, our God, you graciously chose St. Dymphna as patroness of those afflicted with mental and nervous disorders. She is thus an inspiration and a symbol of charity to the thousands who ask her intercession.

Please grant, Lord, through the prayers of this pure youthful martyr, relief and consolation to all suffering such trials, and especially those for whom we pray.

We beg you, Lord, to hear the prayers of St. Dymphna on our behalf. Grant all those for whom we pray patience in their sufferings and resignation to your divine will.

Fill them with hope, and grant them the relief and cure they so much desire.

We ask this through Christ our Lord, who suffered agony in the garden. Amen.

St. Dymphna, pray for us.

In Immediate Crisis?

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out for immediate help:

988 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

741741 Text HOME to Crisis Text Line

Available 24/7 • Free • Confidential

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