Clergy care is one of the most crucial roles we as a denominational family have. Helping our pastors and chaplains thrive in their ministry settings not only impacts them, but also influences the cultures of their families, churches and communities. 

“The research indicates that clergy health is less than optimal. This has detrimental implications for clergy and the entire ecologies in which they are situated, including their families, ministry contexts, denominations, and the constituents they serve… 

As with others in the helping professions, clergy often ignore the warning signs of mental health issues even as they attend to the needs of others”.¹

A survey published in the Journal of Psychology and Theology showed that pastors in the US named sabbaticals, prayer groups, counseling, education, and clergy retreats as the most helpful supports for their mental health.² Do you think the same could be true for the leaders of your church here in Canada? 

Clergy mental health and wellness is a big deal, and pastors are saying that clergy retreats can release the pressure valve. That’s one reason we want to help as many pastors as possible to join us at Banff Pastors and Spouses Conference this November. We want to remind our pastors: you matter to us, and you matter to God!