Bishops and Branch Presidents…
During our break-out session on Tuesday evening I expressed my deep concern about two recent suicide attempts by YW (both very young, ages 12-14) in our stake.
Later Bishop Hulet suggested there may have been other such attempts in the past in our stake.
Brethren, will you please share with me information on all other attempts that you’re aware of and in the future? You don’t have to give me names, but would you please tell me (1) when they occurred, (2) the age of the person, (3) what was the outcome, and (4) how is it being addressed?
I ask you to please notify me whenever you’re aware of a suicide attempt in your congregation. For three reasons:
1. To determine if we have a trend or, if by chance, they are related;
2. To consider additional training or resources that we can share with you and parents, if needed;
3. To consider involving President Christiansen. As you know, he is a school counselor and is trained in these types of incidents. Let’s take advantage of his professional training and do all that we can to prevent and/or address suicide especially among our youth.
I look forward to hearing from you immediately if you’re aware of any suicide attempts in the past or current concerns.
Thank you,
President Lewis
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