SURVIVOR GATHERINGS - Spring 2024

Inspired by victims and survivors, Journey to Bethany has established a monthly gathering. This is a safe, welcoming space where survivors can connect with those who share similar experiences. At each gathering we present an activity and tools to help foster peace, hope and healing. You are welcome to join at any time and can invite a support person to join you if needed. You may share or contribute as much or as little as is comfortable for you.

Journey to Bethany Survivor Gathering | Spring 2024 Session 
February 20, March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm 
The Feb and Mar gatherings will be held at Waldo Library, Meeting Room B, 201 East 75th Street Kansas City, MO 64114.
Please check back for location for April, May and June

WHAT TO EXPECT

WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT THE GATHERING?

The group gathers at the Waldo Library in Meeting Room B. This is a smaller room and a good size for the group. There will be a sign saying “Journey to Bethany” to indicate which room. When people arrive, they help themselves to water and light snacks, and they make a nametag. Kathy Malone is there to greet everyone.

We sit at a table and introduce ourselves. Then we begin an activity that helps us discover self-care and access tools for coping, healing, and hope. You can share and contribute as much or as little is as comfortable for you. Survivors have found the conversation to be helpful, hopeful, and validating.

CAN I BRING A FRIEND OR SUPPORT PERSON?

Yes. That person can participate in the group, listen, or sit outside the room. Whatever works for you.

LOCATION AND ADDRESS

Waldo Library, Meeting Room B, 201 East 75th Street Kansas City, MO 64114

This branch of the library is located in the Waldo neighborhood on 75th Street just a few blocks east of Main Street.

We have scheduled the first two meetings at the library. Once the group begins meeting, participants may choose to use another location. April, May and June locations will be posted on this page by March 1.

We select a “neutral” or non church location for these meetings so that they can be accessible for survivors who might not be comfortable in a church setting.

PARKING

Parking is readily available at the library.