23 min
'I'm Not Okay': Cultivating Compassionate Churches Do Justice
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- Christianity
In this enlightening episode host Chris Orme has a candid conversation with Tom Jantzi, Director of Congregational Assistance Plan and Clergy Care at Shalem Network. Tom shares invaluable insights on destigmatizing mental health within church communities, emphasizing the importance of normalizing conversations and acknowledging the holistic nature of well-being. From practical programs like CAP to fostering safe spaces for vulnerability, they explore how
churches can authentically support mental health while integrating faith and professional psychotherapy.
Show Notes:
Shalem Mental Health Network https://shalemnetwork.org/
Counselling Assistance Program https://shalemnetwork.org/cap-counselling-assistance-program/
Transcript https://dojustice.crcna.org/article/im-not-okay-cultivating-compassionate-churches
"The church that's safe for mental health is one in which we can have compassion and we can sit with each other and listen to each individual's experience."
In this enlightening episode host Chris Orme has a candid conversation with Tom Jantzi, Director of Congregational Assistance Plan and Clergy Care at Shalem Network. Tom shares invaluable insights on destigmatizing mental health within church communities, emphasizing the importance of normalizing conversations and acknowledging the holistic nature of well-being. From practical programs like CAP to fostering safe spaces for vulnerability, they explore how
churches can authentically support mental health while integrating faith and professional psychotherapy.
Show Notes:
Shalem Mental Health Network https://shalemnetwork.org/
Counselling Assistance Program https://shalemnetwork.org/cap-counselling-assistance-program/
Transcript https://dojustice.crcna.org/article/im-not-okay-cultivating-compassionate-churches
"The church that's safe for mental health is one in which we can have compassion and we can sit with each other and listen to each individual's experience."
23 min