Shining Light in the Darkness: Pastoral Counselor Kevin Prendergast on Suicide Prevention

Son Rise Morning Show · Sep 17, 2026 · 7m

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a vital time to address a topic that affects so many lives. Pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast joins Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning Show to unpack the realities surrounding suicide—from common myths and key risk factors to dangerous cultural trends like physician-assisted suicide. Kevin shares how to spot critical warning signs, the importance of distinguishing passive suicidal thoughts from active intent, and how we as Catholic Christians can accompany loved ones in pain by instilling genuine hope and affirming their inherent dignity. Stream…