MENTAL HEALTH MINISTRY

Churches and clergy often find themselves in the center of conversations about mental health – and trying to help persons who are addressing mental health concerns. The purpose of the Georgia Mental Health Initiative (GAMHI) is to help counter the stigma of mental illness by providing resources and encouraging innovative mental health ministries in congregations in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Georgia.

MISSION STATEMENT

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The Georgia Mental Health Initiative Team (GAMHI) prioritizes mental health and wellness in the life of the region and its local congregations through programs that:

1) Cultivate welcoming, educated, and inclusive congregations by countering the stigma of mental illness and raising awareness of mental health.

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2) Provide care and support to clergy and seminarians.

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3) Provide resources and educational  support 

for Disciples congregations, clergy,

seminarians, and community members.

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4) Encourage collaboration, sustainability,

and innovation of mental health ministries

in congregations and the Georgia region.

Do you want to learn more about our Georgia Mental Health Initiative?

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Email our team here: 

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Upcoming Events:

Out of the Darkness Georgia Experience

Nov. 8, 2020

A Virtual Fundraiser/Walk sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Grief Share

Aug 5-October 28

Wednesdays, 7-9 pm (Zoom)

Open Group

Facilitated by Rev. Erica Geralds, Rev. Donna Gunter, and Darlene Taylor

(SEE INFO BELOW)

NIMH is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. 

1-800-715-4225

GCAL is the 24/7 hotline for accessing mental health services in Georgia, including urgent and emergency needs.

Georgia Chapter - NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illness and their families.  NAMI—Georgia works through 36 affiliates in Georgia offering classes, support groups, and outreach.

The mission of GMHCN is to promote recovery through advocacy, education, employment, empowerment, peer support, and self-help. 

The NBA offers numerous congregational resources for worship and teaching around the issue of mental health.   

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