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Resilient Church Leaders: Clinical Thoughts

by Amy J. Smith, Dan Barnhart. Christianity Today, August 2020.

Description

This article helps leaders reflect upon personal mental health and professional limits to care for parishioners with mental health needs.

Features

reflection questions ; insights and video series from Wheaton College School of Psychology, Counseling, and Family Therapy; Code of Ethics

Recommended Audience

clergy and care ministries; particularly those from Evangelical Christian backgrounds

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

  • Reflect upon pastoral leadership practices and strategies to support mental health.
  • Equip care ministry leaders to know when to make mental health referrals.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Ben Tapper

Ben Tapper is an associate for resource consulting with the Center for Congregations. Ben has a passion for communal healing and restoration. He is also a consultant on CRG Chat and helps with social media.  

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