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The Resilient Pastor

41 | Dr. Anita Phillips on Pastors’ Mental Health & Betrayal Trauma

May 23, 2024
Dr. Anita Phillips discusses pastors' mental health challenges, betrayal trauma, and the need for better support systems. They delve into the emotional complexities pastors face, the impact of isolation, and the importance of seeking therapy for mental health struggles in pastoral roles.
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  • Pastors and entrepreneurs share similar mental health risk factors, elder boards must provide better support.
  • Betrayal trauma from congregants leaving can impact pastors, therapy and support are crucial for healing.

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Unique Initiatives to Support Church Leaders

The podcast discusses the various resilient pastor initiatives by Barna aimed at encouraging and equipping church leaders in different contexts. These initiatives include in-person events, webinars, retreats, and cohorts, all focused on supporting and empowering church leaders.

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