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Today’s fast paced society provides

little time, space or support for those

who have suffered loss. “Come to the

Well” is a day of hope and restoration

for anyone who has suffered the loss of

a loved one: parents, children, siblings,

spouse, etc.

This includes Loss by Suicide,

Accidental Death, Infertility, Miscarriage,

Illness, Stillbirth, SIDS, Adoption Place-

ment, Abortion, and other life losses.

Your privacy and confidentiality will be observed.

The day is filled with prayer utilizing

meditation “Living Scripture,” music,

journaling and personal sharing to honor

and embrace the reality of shared loss.

“Come to the Well” offers opportunities for

retreatants to find strength in the sharing

to move through the losses of life with hope

for a renewed vision.

PRESENTERSPRESENTERSPRESENTERS Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel was installed April 15, 2016 as the seventh

Bishop of the Diocese of Lafayette. Most

Reverend J. Douglas Deshotel, D.D.,

attended Immaculata Minor Seminary

High School in Lafayette and continued his studies in Texas,

earning a B.A. in Philosophy at Holy Trinity Seminary and then

a Masters of Divinity at the University of Dallas. Following his

1978 ordination to the priesthood for the Diocese of Dallas, he

was assigned to various church parishes as associate pastor and

pastor. Additionally, he served as the Vice Rector of Holy Trin-

ity Seminary in Irving, Texas, the Diocesan Presbyteral Council,

the Diocesan Priests’ Personnel Board, the Diocesan Finance

Council, and numerous other positions in administration and

personnel areas. Bishop Deshotel was ordained in 2010 as Aux-

iliary Bishop of Dallas, where he served until his appointment

to the Diocese of Lafayette.

Camille Pavy Claibourne, RN, PhD is a

nationally recognized expert in nursing and management, and

a healthcare consultant. She has served on the Hospice of Aca-

diana board since 1998. She volunteers at St. Joseph Church in

music ministry and is also an RCIA volunteer.

She is an adjunct professor at the University of

Louisiana at Lafayette, holds a PhD in Human

and Organizational Systems with an emphasis

on Thanatology, the study of death and dying

from the Fielding Graduate University.

Camille is the author of three books:

“Pathways to Hope,” “Dying in God’s Hands”

and “Purses and Shoes for Sale: the joys and

challenges in caring for elder parents.” Her current work is

focused on Alzheimer’s research and caregivers. She speaks on

the spiritual journey, hope, dying, caregiving, positive aging

and elder care. She has been married to Bill for 36 years and

has a dog named Heidi. Camille is a master Potter with Lou-

isiana Crafts guild.

Tina Hebert, Artist and Author

of the recently published children’s book,

“Rebuilding the Cajun Way” will share her testi-

mony of her journey through grief and recovery

after the death of son, Cortland in 2008.

Deacon Barney Lejeune, Executive Director of Jacob Crouch Suicide

Prevention Services will share how he became

involved with the Jacob Crouch organization

after the death of his beautiful daughter,

Andrea Beth, to suicide in 2014.

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“COME TO THE WELL”

A day of hope for those

suffering the loss of a loved one.

November 10, 2018

Jesus, Font of Living Water says,

“Come, all you who are weary, broken, and find life burdensome,

and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

Photo by Cathy Bourque

PRESENTERSPRESENTERSPRESENTERS

Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel Camille Pavy Claibourne, RN, Ph.D.

Tina Hebert Deacon Barney Lejeune

Registration Form: “Come to The Well” A Day of Hope and Restoration

To be held at Immaculata Center - 1408 Carmel Dr., Lafayette, LA 70501

Remittance & Registration Information are to be mailed to:

Diocese of Lafayette, Office of Marriage, Family, and Pro Life Activities

1408 Carmel Drive- Lafayette, LA 70501

Phone: 337/261-5607

$35/person (including lunch). Payment required by Nov. 2, 2018

Checks payable to: DOL—Office of Marriage, Family, and Pro Life Activities

Amount Enclosed: _________ Cash: _____ or Check Number:_________________

Registrant’s Name

Address

Phone/Home/Cell/ Work

Please place a checkmark in one of the blocks below indicating which area of loss you have suffered or the loss you are in most need of addressing at this time.

Loss by Suicide ___child ___ parent ___ sibling ___other

Loss of a Parent or Sibling

Other Losses: __________________________________ __________________________________ How did you hear about “Come to the Well”? ____________________________

Loss of a Child (including stillbirth) minor ____ years old adult ____ years old

City/State/Zip

Church Name/City

Pastor

The Diocese of LafayetteThe Diocese of LafayetteThe Diocese of Lafayette

Office of Marriage, Family, and Office of Marriage, Family, and Office of Marriage, Family, and

Pro Life ActivitiesPro Life ActivitiesPro Life Activities

andandand

Hospice of AcadianaHospice of AcadianaHospice of Acadiana

Invite you to Invite you to Invite you to

“Come to the Well”“Come to the Well”“Come to the Well” November 10, 2018November 10, 2018November 10, 2018

All are welcome to this sacred event. You will

find love, compassion, and opportunities for

hope and restoration… A safe place to grieve

and be restored by the Lord who awaits you.

A C K N O W L E D G M E N T S

Office of Marriage, Family, and

Pro Life Activities

Hospice of Acadiana

Presenters Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel

Camille Pavy Claibourne, RN, PhD

Tina Hebert

Deacon Barney Lejeune

Living Scripture Jeff Aycock and Sharon O’Neill

Musicians Suzanne Babineaux Benny Littell

Mike Binnings Lisa Shannon

Glenn Hebert

Come to the Well Team of Volunteers

C O M M E N T S F R O M F O R M E R

P A R T I C I P A N T S

“The testimonies of those who have shared

similar grief gave me hope that life continues

and I am not alone. The day reinforced to me

that God is real. God is active, and God is work-

ing in my life.”

“I was so happy I was not the only man. It

was interesting and I didn’t want to leave. I will

be at future retreats. ”

“My life is still my life, but each time I share

my story, my healing is enhanced. Although

painful, the sting is diminished. God uses all

that pain. There is hope and light after the dark-

ness. Thru the faithfulness of God I found the

light of truth and healing at the well. ” These

words are from our courageous and loving team

member, Valerie Sampia, who went home to Our

Lord on Feb. 6, 2007.

Rev. 10/16/2018

Email Address

Date: November 10, 2018 (Saturday) Location: Immaculata Center -

Diocese of Lafayette

1408 Carmel Dr., Lafayette, LA 70501

Time: 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

(includes Mass and Reconciliation)

Cost: $35.00 per person (including lunch) RSVP with payment by November 2nd.

Loss of an Unborn Infant (infertility, miscarriage, abortion, other)

Loss of a Spouse

S U P P O R T G R O U P S

CoDependent Recovery Meetings A fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. Meetings are held each Thursday at Immaculata Center from 12:00—1:00 p.m. except Diocesan Holidays. Coda.org Contact: Trista Littell @ 337.261.5598

Companions Along the Journey 2nd Thursday of each month—6:30—8:00 pm @ St.

Peter & Paul in Scott - New CCD Building located at 1110 Old Spanish Trail in Scott, LA.

Contact Carla Oliver @ 337.654-8917. 1st Saturday at St. Peter in Carencro (St. Anne AV

Room) 9-11:00 am. Contact: Karol @ 337.261.5607

Compassionate Friends Support group for anyone who has suffered the loss of a child. Held the third Monday of each month @ 7:00 p.m. St. Barnabus Episcopal Church - Camelia Blvd., Lafayette Contact: Pat: (337)-856-1285

Elizabeth Ministry Support Group Provides Christian support for the childbearing years. (Fertility, pregnancy, birth, adoption, infertility, crisis or special needs, miscarriage, stillbirth, infant or child death.) elizabethministry.com; www.maddiesfootprints.org

Healing House Provides support and education for grieving children, their caregivers, and the Acadiana Community. “Preparing to Say Goodbye” Anticipatory Support Group for children and families who are preparing for the loss of a loved one. Group meets every other Monday—337.234.0443

Hospice of Acadiana The Center for Loss and Transition offers counseling, sup-port groups, and education. Contact: Heather Prejean 2600 Johnson St.—Lafayette, LA 70503 337.232.1234 — www.hospiceacadiana.com

Project Rachel * Rachel’s Vineyard Post Abortion Healing — www.rachelsvineyard.org Diocese of Lafayette—Office of Marriage, Family, and Pro Life Activities—1408 Carmel Dr.—Lafayette, LA 70501 Call Trista Littell @ 337.261.5598 or 337.261.5607

Survivor of Suicide Support Group

The Catholic Diocese of Lafayette, Office of Marriage and Family Life along with Jacob Crouch Suicide Prevention Services sponsors support groups in Lafayette and Ope-lousas that are especially tailored for survivors of suicide. These groups provide a safe place for those who have lost a loved one to suicide to share their struggles, experiences, and pain as they struggle to regain hope and strength. The groups are facilitated by licensed counselors and are open to all survivors of suicide over the age of 18.

Contact Kelley Chapman at (337) 261-5653 for more infor-mation or to register for one of these support groups.