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44% of PCUSA ministers say they aren't trained to handle mental health issues in church: survey

By Filings on Wed, 09/29/21
Church & Ministry
Mental Health
Pastoral Counseling
Pastoral Leadership
PCUSA

“A PC(USA) minister survey on mental health issues found that 44% of the 4,507 pastors surveyed reported that they ‘have not been trained to recognize mental health concerns or how to minister to those individuals and families who face them.’” - C.Post

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