I
FINANCES
SUNDAY
suffered with depression after
having broken up with my
former partner, with whom I
was in an 18-year relationship
with. During our time together,
I invested a lot into the
relationship. Everything hit me
hard after the break up; I started
isolating myself and as a result I
wouldn’t go out as often. There
was even a point where I tried
counselling. But it did not help.
A colleague at work noticed how
gloomy I looked. On Mondays,
the colleague would always
give me the weekly magazines
from the HelpCentre to read.
I wasn’t too keen at first, but
soon after I decided to attend
the HelpCentre during a Sunday
morning service.
Inside I felt broken. I wanted
a change, but during my first
visit I didn’t think I was ready to
receive help. The advisors tried
speaking with me but I kept to
myself. However, the more I
came, the more I felt ready to
open up. I was ready to learn and
receive something.
I decided to attend the Friday
meetings because I knew that
the negativity around me would
have to be removed in order for
me to feel happy. I was constantly
feeling sad. The Wednesday and
Sunday meetings strengthened
my faith. The Sunday meetings
in particular empowered me; I
would always learn something
new. As a result, I could see my
character changing. Eventually
I saw an internal change
within me.
Today, I am happy. I am also
filled with the joy and guidance
that comes from attending the
services. Not to mention, I am
an assistant at the HelpCentre,
so I now have the privilege of
helping others. Depression no
longer controls me. I have my
life back!
I would advise those who come
to the Sunday services to come
ready to receive, and hear
something which can change
their life, even if it’s just one
word. Regardless if you have
been attending the HelpCentre
for years, come with this attitude
and God will speak to you.
Jackie Fearon
Out of difficulties grow miracles.”
44