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realize. Indeed, we heard that reassurance from multiple pastors and church leaders who are already engaged in this kind of ministry. It requires a church to be purposeful, not perfect.
These five stories represent broadly different approaches. The sidebars in the chapters that follow offer a host of other bite-sized, creative ideas from churches with effective programs. Think of these as highlights in a travel guide: they can illuminate possibilities, help you figure out where you might want to go, and get you started on the journey. Examples can indeed be more valuable than advice.
Adapted from When Hurting People Come to Church: How People of Faith Can Help Solve the Mental Health Crisis by Shuanti Feldhahn and James N. Sells.
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James( Jim) N. Sells, PhD, is a licensed psychologist and the Hughes Endowed Chair of Christian Thought in Mental Health Practice at Regent University, where he also codirects the Charis Institute. He has authored numerous books on marriage, family, and church-based mental health care, and his research focuses on care ministries, marital restoration, and forgiveness. He earned degrees from Biola, Wheaton, NIU, and USC. Shaunti Feldhahn is a bestselling author, speaker, and social researcher whose books— such as The Good News About Marriage, For Women Only, and For Men Only— have sold over three million copies in twentyfive languages. A Harvard-trained researcher, she speaks nationwide to women, couples( often with her husband, Jeff), and Christian leaders, sharing practical insights that help people thrive. 17