127: Resources at the Intersection of Theology and Psychology with Michael Bräutigam

02/15/24 • 40 min

“The ultimate fulfillment, or the ultimate flourishing, happens only as we are really connecting with God.” Today, we welcome Michael Bräutigam, author and Director of the Melbourne Center for Theology and Psychology. While it’s common to find professionals within the realm of psychology or theology, Michael Bräutigam’s expertise spans both fields. Our conversation today gives helpful insight into the intersection between the two.

Quotes

That’s the thing about suffering...it doesn’t discriminate.
Who am I really? And what am I supposed to ‘deny’?
We all have different crosses to carry.
The ultimate fulfillment, or the ultimate flourishing, happens only as we are really connecting with God.

Resources

Flourishing in Tensions, by Michael Bräutigam
Centre for Theology and Psychology

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Quotes

That’s the thing about suffering...it doesn’t discriminate.
Who am I really? And what am I supposed to ‘deny’?
We all have different crosses to carry.
The ultimate fulfillment, or the ultimate flourishing, happens only as we are really connecting with God.

Resources

Flourishing in Tensions, by Michael Bräutigam
Centre for Theology and Psychology

Connect with Hope Made Strong

Website: HopeMadeStrong.org

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126: When to Host A Mental Health Sunday

“We all have mental health.” With the unique vantage point of the church, what if we set up a space where mental health was talked about? What if we made space to bring the realities of our struggles to a loving God and a grace-filled community? What better place than church to be a safe place for this conversation? Today’s episode highlights the best tips for you to do this with excellence at your church! Plus, don’t miss our special download available to you for all you need to make a Mental Health Sunday happen at your church!

Quotes

Talking about mental health on a Sunday can feel challenging.
You are more than your diagnosis; You are more than your mistakes; You are more than what people say about you.
We all have mental health.

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128: 9 Follow-up options after a Mental Health Sunday

With 9 follow-up options that you can offer after Hosting a Mental Health Sunday, today we’re equipping churches for more than a Mental Health Sunday. Because care shouldn’t just happen in one message or one morning. It should be woven into the culture of your church. Today, we’re sharing ways to do that well!

Quotes

Your church is a safe place for people to work through life’s challenges, and God sees them as more than their diagnosis.
Rather than being overwhelmed with needs after a mental health Sunday, plan your follow-up ahead by creating reservable pastoral care sessions.
One of the hardest lessons I learned as a young social worker is to never assume I know what is right for people.
For those who are ready to go deeper, who want to champion this message that you are more than your diagnosis, or past, then perhaps you are interested in hosting a local Church Mental Health Summit.
I’m a huge advocate for shifting our mindset from programs in the church that care for people to developing a culture of care in the church.

Resources

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