Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources for Church Leaders
As we battle the current mental health crisis, our ministries must be equipped and ready to act. Use the resources in this kit to take the next steps toward ensuring that your ministry is mental health ready.
UPCOMING MENTAL HEALTH EQUIPPING EVENTS
Next Gen Conference on Youth Mental Health
April 11-13, Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center, Atlanta
The NextGen Conference is dedicated to equipping Christian counselors, social workers, teachers, school counselors, pastors, youth pastors and anyone working with the next generation with the tools and insights needed to address the unique mental health challenges facing today’s youth. Hosted by American Association of Christian Counselors in Partnership with Christian Care Ministry.
https://www.nextgenconference.net/
The Intervene Challenge: Suicide Prevention Workshop
Saturday, April 20, 9:00am-2:00pm, Burnt Hickory Baptist Church
Join the more than 26,000 individuals that have taken the Intervene Challenge to gain the skill that saves lives. Ministers, church staff, and volunteers can all benefit from this training that will empower them to guide individuals back to a place of safety and hope for the future. The Intervene Challenge provides CEUs for mental health professionals and POST credit for law enforcement personnel. Lunch is provided. Please register.
https://www.burnthickory.com/events/#/app/mp/event/83446
Journey to Hope: A Mental Wellness Conference
Saturday, May 4, Chattahoochee Technical College, DallasThis conference is dedicated to equipping the community with the tools, insights, and resources needed to address the unique mental health challenges facing today. Join us as we gather experts, thought leaders, and practitioners in the field as they speak on major topics that most families and individuals are dealing with. Through engaging workshops, enlightening keynote sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the resources that are here in our community around to help with navigating the complexities of mental health within a Christian context. Sponsored by Never Alone Foundation, Reliant Church, Cumberland Counseling Centers, and Honey Lake Clinic.https://www.neveralonefoundationcorp.com/events-1/journey-to-hope-mental-wellness-conferenceMental Health and the Church: A Ministry Training & Equipping Event
Saturday, June 22, VirtualYou’re invited to join an outstanding team of speakers for a one-day ministry training event that will equip you to address mental health issues with God’s Word. Come learn, be equipped by the experts, and be supported in your ministry calling by an encouraging, Christian community. Presented by Hope for the Heart and featuring June Hunt, George Barna, Greg Stier, and more.https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/mental-health-and-the-church
Partner Organizations
These organizations are dedicated to helping churches navigate mental health needs in the church.