In this article, Robert Vore discusses how pastors should be mindful about how mental illness is discussed in the church. See the article published at The Mighty here.
Mental Health Remains a Human Rights Issue in Developing Countries
Click here to see the state of mental health care in Bangladesh – In Pictures. Warning, images may be disturbing to some. Article published by The Guardian.
Consider speaking up for those who can’t! (Proverbs 31:8)
Mental Illness Remains Taboo Topic for Many Pastors
This recent study conducted by Lifeway Research and Focus on the Family confirms the need to train and equip churches! Click here to read it.
Mental Health America #B4Stage4 Philosophy
Check out this informative video from Mental Health America. Prevention and Early Intervention Work. Mental Health America B4Stage4: Get Informed.
A New Approach to Mental Illness in the Church
Check out Ed Stetzer’s poignant piece on Christianity Today.
Churches, we need a new approach to mental illness.
Or, maybe not new, but a more Christlike approach to mental illness.Click here to read more.
Typhoon Haiyan Leaves Mentally Ill Caged and Alone
Watch this incredible video produced by The Guardian. Typhoon Haiyan devastation means some Filipino families shackle and cage relatives with mental illness. Some are left to die.
Church Officials Struggle to Assist Individuals Living with Mental Illness
The Orange County Register highlights Saddleback Church’s mental health initiative, and the story of our President and CEO David Mandani. To view the article, click here.
Additional Information: mentalhealthstudy.1009 9/30/14 Photo by Nick Koon / Staff Photographer. David Mandani sought help for mental illness at a church. The clergy was not helpful, but now at Saddleback Church, he has started to to get the help he needs.
Don’t Give Up – Finding Hope in the Face of Schizophrenia
David Mandani shares his testimony here, guest writer for Saddleback Church Stories.
SFSG Founder David Mandani Speaks at Saddleback Church
See photos from this past event and read the Orange County Register article here which mentions our Founder and President, David Mandani. Saddleback Church hosts first ever Gathering of Mental Health and the Church Conference, March 2014.
3 Christian Responses to Mental Illness
A quick read from the Christian Post, for anyone in Christian ministry! Written in 2013, American churches have since been slowly starting the conversation. Yet, there is so much more work to do in the worldwide church. Click here to check out the article.