self-care

Ed Moore: Clergy depression paralyzes

One of the first faculties to suffer when a pastor stumbles into the valley of shadows is the capacity for theological reflection, says a Christian leader who has struggled with depression.

By Ed Moore Retired United Methodist elder

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Mel Williams: Sustaining ministry leadership for the long haul

A retired Baptist pastor whose ministry has revolved around social justice says doing grows out of being. Long-term social justice ministry cannot be sustained without a consistent spiritual practice.

By Mel Williams Activist & Baptist pastor emeritus

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Self-care is not self-ish

Caught up in the day-to-day demands of ministry, clergy often find it difficult to take time to attend to their health. But in North Carolina, UMC clergy are learning that it’s more than OK to care for themselves.

By Kate Rugani Writer

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Randy Maddox: John Wesley says, 'Take care of yourself'

Health and wellness was central to the ministry of the founder of Methodism, says a leading Wesley scholar. God cares about body and soul, and wants the flourishing of humanity and all creation.

Anna Adams: Self-care as Christ-care

By Anna Adams Petrin Assistant professor, Wesley Theological Seminary

The notion of self-care smacks of overindulgence for a people trained to serve. But a look at the Eucharist suggests otherwise.

A holistic approach to wellness

By Rae Jean Proeschold-Bell Research director, Duke Clergy Health Initiative

Pastors work in a complex relationship network. New research shows that efforts to improve clergy health must go beyond eating well and exercise to account for the influence of congregations and denominational polity.

A Sabbath way to lead

True Sabbath rest isn’t an escape. It means pausing to delight in other people and to understand the gifts of those around you, says Norman Wirzba.

By Norman Wirzba Gilbert T. Rowe Distinguished Professor, Duke Divinity School

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