With support from the @templeton_fdn, The Congregational Collective is partnering with @Baylor and @Harvardmed to equip 18 congregations to be hubs of mental wellness, not just for their members, but for the communities they serve.

We believe faith communities are places of healing. That’s why we’re working with researchers at @Baylor and @harvardmed to measure what works when churches lead with compassion, connection, and care. Together, we’re showing that this works.

Faith can be a powerful force for mental wellbeing, not just in theory, but in lived experience. This new research confirms what we observe every day: when churches become places of belonging and trust, healing can flourish.

It’s not just whether you have faith, it’s how you carry it. When belief becomes a grounding presence, not just a habit or a question, it can ease anxiety and improve mental well-being. That’s the kind of steady hope we help churches nurture.

In moments of loss, we need presence. This reflection is a powerful reminder that God is not absent in tragedy, but present with us, through sorrow, through questions, through one another.

What does it mean to believe in a loving God when the worst happens?. Care begins not with answers, but with presence. That’s what we’re working toward: churches that hold space for sorrow, walk through grief, & offer real support when it’s needed most.

Three teams. One mission. Proud to gather with our partners at @Baylor and @HarvardMed as we work to implement Tapestry of Care. By connecting faith communities with an evidence-based framework, this equips congregations to deliver mental health support to their congregants.

This week, our team joined collaborators from @Baylor and @harvardmed to strategize and begin implementing Tapestry of Care across multiple congregations. Tapestry of Care is a faith-rooted initiative that empowers churches to serve as trusted spaces for mental health support.

And for all emergency responders today. In these moments, we’re going to need faith communities more than ever. Join us in praying for healing, safety, and strength across Central Texas. May comfort and safety surround every community in the days ahead.

Our hearts and prayers are with the communities in Central Texas affected by this catastrophic flooding, especially those at Camp Mystic. As rescue and recovery efforts continue, we’re praying for those who have lost loved ones, for the missing campers and residents. .

“The flourishing of one cannot be isolated from the community to which one belongs.” — Dr. Warren Kinghorn. That’s why The Congregational Collective exists: to help churches become places of safety, trust, and support for those walking through mental health challenges.

In Detroit, Black churches are addressing the mental health crisis head-on, especially among young people. Their work underscores the Church’s unique ability to foster trust and healing in places where other systems have failed.

Catholic mental health professionals are helping clients integrate spirituality into treatment, not as an add-on, but as a meaningful part of the healing process. For many, this model is helping bridge the divide between psychological care and deep faith.

In East Texas, congregations are taking real steps to support mental wellness, from bringing in licensed counselors to launching dedicated mental health ministries. It’s a powerful model for what the Church can do when it chooses care.

Christian artists like Lauren Daigle, Lecrae, and Andrew Peterson are using their platforms to tell the truth about mental health. In their honesty, they’re helping listeners feel less alone, and showing how faith can make space for struggle and healing.

What does the research say about faith & mental wellness? A growing body of evidence shows that religious involvement plays a real role in improving mental health outcomes. This piece dives into the science behind faith and community making a difference.

Connection. Consistency. Compassion. Churches are already built for all three. Let’s equip them not just to pray, but also to respond, to be safe harbors of real care. This work can’t wait. #FaithAndMentalHealth #CommunityHealing.

RT @CongCollective: Together with @Baylor and @HarvardMed, we're building Tapestry of Care, a groundbreaking model that will equip San Anto….

Together with @Baylor and @HarvardMed, we're building Tapestry of Care, a groundbreaking model that will equip San Antonio congregations to deliver trusted mental wellness support. Many thanks to @templeton_fdn for supporting this effort. #MentalWellness

Mental wellness starts with being able to talk about it. In too many churches, silence and stigma still dominate. Training, partnership, and honesty can change that. We see it happening, and we believe it can scale. #MentalWellness #FaithLeaders.