Mental illness remains taboo topic for many pastors

January 8, 2015

One in 4 Americans suffers from some kind of mental illness in any given year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Many look

Pastor shares personal experience of dealing with depression

January 8, 2015

Pastor, First Baptist Church, Hughson, Calif. When I was diagnosed with depression I felt as though I finally understood why I felt alone,” said one

Churches can effectively minister to members by taking proactive steps

January 8, 2015

By Steve Trader Within every church there are people who deal with mental health issues. There are three common ways the Church has traditionally dealt

Education key to helping those with mental illness

January 8, 2015

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 1 in 4 Americans suffers from some kind of mental illness in any given year. One in

Mental illness real medical condition not failure of willpower, faith or prayer life

January 8, 2015

Christian speaker and former “700 Club” co-host Sheila Walsh talks openly about her struggle with major depression, frequently sharing her testimony at conferences. At the

Church Life: Engaging ‘nones’ is challenging but possible, American church leaders say

January 8, 2015

American “nones” — people who claim no religious affiliation — come with a variety of stories. Some were raised without any religious education at all.