Dr. Jared Pingleton Talks About Mental Health Struggles in the Christian Community in "Mental Health Ministry: The Struggle is Real"

Dr. Jared Pingleton is a dually trained and credentialed clinical psychologist and minister who is a nationally respected leader in the mental health field. As a mental health advocate, he wants to impart his teachings to the Christian community, thus “Mental Health Ministry: The Struggle is Real” (Trilogy Christian Publishing; 2022) was published.

During pre-pandemic until today, there is still a sudden increase in mental health crises all over the world. Everyday, more and more people are hurting, losing hope, and feeling more worthless, and of course, the members of the Christian community are not an exemption.

Being in the ministry and meeting the unrelenting demands of shepherding a needy flock is labeled as a “dangerous calling” by Pastor Paul Tripp. Dangerous in a way since pastors and church leaders also have their own personal and relationship challenges and issues they need to deal with while attending to the needs of their members.

Even Christian psychologists Brad and William Johnson conclude that “ministry may be one of the most difficult jobs in the world.” It was also stated in the landmark 2014 Lifeway research report that 23 percent of pastors have personally struggled with some form of mental illness.

“Mental Health Ministry” talks about the realities that Christian leaders face. Behind every strong fa�ade they show to their members is a struggling servant of God who is facing difficulties in their mental health.

The book is designed as a helpful toolkit that educates, encourages, and equips those who serve hurting people to bring them help, healing, and hope.

Read more of Dr. Jared Pingleton's “Mental Health Ministry: The Struggle is Real by grabbing a copy of the book on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

“Mental Health Ministry: The Struggle is Real”
Author | Dr. Jared Pingleton
Published date | October 12, 2022
Publisher | Trilogy Christian Publishing
Genre | Christian, Self-Help, Psychology

Author Bio

Dr. Jared Pingleton is a respected leader in the Christian mental health field. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist and a credentialed minister, Jared is dually trained in both psychology and theology and specializes in the practical integration and application of the two disciplines. In professional practice since 1977, Dr. Pingleton has had the privilege to work with thousands of individuals and couples to offer help, hope, and healing to the hurting.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Pingleton served for several years as Director of Counseling Services at Focus on the Family, and as Director of Mental Health and Ministry for the American Association of Christian Counselors. He also served on the pastoral staff of two large churches and taught at several Christian colleges and seminaries. He is a national and international speaker and author or co-author of ten books. A popular and engaging speaker, Jared connects well with all types of audiences using a unique blend of warmth, wit, and wisdom.

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