Mental Health

Even when a pastor is not directly involved in a crisis, pastors and church leaders experience secondary trauma from carrying the emotional weight with those who are.

If you feel you are one of the lonely pastors in ministry, there is good news! You can take steps to move past the loneliness.

When a leader in a church experiences a moral failure, the fallout can be overwhelming. It’s crucial for pastors to acknowledge and navigate their own grief and shock effectively to maintain their well-being and provide the best support to others.

Diane Langberg and Jason Daye look at some of the warning signs of unhealthy ministry leadership. Diane also shares three distinct calls that every shepherd needs to embrace in order to honor God and serve people well. 

Do you practice self-care? As a church leader, it’s crucial to prioritize your own well-being to effectively support your congregation and manage crises when they come.

Gayle Beebe and Jason Daye explore how God helps us navigate those defining challenges in our leadership. Gayle also shares some specific ways that these hardships provide passageways to experiencing God at a deeper level and serving his kingdom.

Bethany Dearborn Hiser and Jason Daye examine the often overlooked impact on the lives of ministry leaders that comes as a result of exposure to the crises and difficulties of ministry.

A partnership between faith and psychology ensures that both the church and the field of psychology remain deeply relevant, meeting the profound needs of future generations.