ICARE WORKSHOP
Learning how to walk with others in their messy.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
— Galatians 6:2
Jodie’s Backstory
From serving as a combat medic to studying at Bible college… from more than 20 years in pastoral ministry to mental health studies, clinical pastoral education, and now chaplaincy — every step of Rev. Jodie Diehl’s journey has pointed to one central need when walking with others through life’s messiness... To be present.
Coming alongside people in crisis has never been unfamiliar. But after two decades of pastoring, life itself brought a profound reset — terminal illness, loss of a loved one, divorce, careers ending, and global pandemics. Through it all, one truth became unmistakably clear: God’s heart is to come and dwell among His people… To be present.
Today, Jodie is passionate about helping others grow in their ability to reach, connect with, and support people in the middle of life’s hardest moments.
"IT SEEMS IT TOOK A LIFETIME FOR ME TO LEARN...
TO BE PRESENT."
- REV. JODIE DIEHL
WORKSHOP TOOLBOX
Below is a sample of tools and topics which will be unpacked and explored:
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The Reset
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Brokenness of Life
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What is Care Ministry?
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Location, Location, Location
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Prayer, Presence, Provision
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Empathy
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Active Listening
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Chronic Illness
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Death
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Grief
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Self-Care
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Boundaries
Questions Worth Asking
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Do you ever feel helpless when someone is in crisis?
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Do you feel pressure to fix everything?
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How can I better support the elderly?
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Why do I feel awkward around people who are hurting?
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Am I equipped to care for my family when crisis hits?
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What would it look like to join a care ministry team?
TESTIMONIALS
“JODIE HOLDS A WEALTH OF MINISTRY IN PASTORAL CARE. I HAVE SEEN FIRSTHAND THE CALMING PRESENCE AND LEADERSHIP SHE BRINGS TO THE AFFLICTED. HER TOOLBOX SERVES AS AN ONGOING RESOURCE FOR PASTORS AND LAY LEADERS WHO DESIRE TO CHAMPION THE MESSINESS OF LIFE WITH OTHERS.”
PASTOR CHUCK HENDRIX
“I COUNT IT A PRIVILEGE TO KNOW PASTOR JODIE. MY WIFE AND I ATTENDED ONE OF HER WORKSHOPS, NEVER IMAGINING WE WOULD NEED IT JUST A FEW MONTHS LATER WITH OUR FAMILY. SHE IS PROFESSIONAL, KNOWLEDGEABLE AND RELATABLE.”
PASTOR BOB MENZEL
