Trauma is broadly defined as an event, repeated events, or circumstances experienced as physically or emotionally harmful or life-threatening that have lasting effects on well-being.
Mental Health Care in the Church
What Does the Bible Say About Mental Health?
The lives of David, Job, Jeremiah, Elijah, Hannah, Jonah, Paul, and Jesus show us that emotional suffering is neither new nor shameful. God met each of them in their anguish…and through their stories, we learn how to care for others when they are suffering emotional and spiritual distress.
What Misconceptions Mental Health Hurt People in the Church?
In both church and community, mental health is often seen as a spiritual failure, a personal weakness, or something shameful and dangerous, rather than as a real health issue that can affect anyone and often needs both spiritual and professional care.
Why Mental Health Care Belongs in the Church
Emphasizing mental health in the church is crucial because it enables faith communities to offer holistic care, break stigma, and promote healing for individuals who often feel isolated or overlooked.
What Should Our Church Actually Do About Mental Health Care?
Effective strategies for mental health advocacy in the church include several key approaches beginning with openly addressing mental health issues in sermons and church communications to reduce stigma and normalize discussion.
How Do Faith and Mental Health Care Fit Together?
The relationship between mental health and Christian faith is multifaceted, involving spiritual, psychological, and social dimensions.
Building a Moveable Pulpit for Mental Health: Connecting Our Stories to God’s Story
Preaching should and must have a great impact on the welfare, present and future, of the human race. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 1 in 5 adults in the US struggles with mental illness in a given year.
