Bethlehem Church Care Resources
In Scripture, Jesus tells us that in this world, we'll have trouble. Yet, we are to take heart! He has overcome the world. If you find yourself struggling today, you're not alone. The Bethlehem Church community is here for you. In an effort to help others find the help they need, we've put together a list of resources for you to easily access. We pray that you'll find healing and peace at Bethlehem Church and through these resources. Be sure to check this page often, as we will update it with additional resources addressing various issues over time.
VIDEOS
How to Protect Your Mental Health During the COVID-19 Crisis (1 hr) – Dr. Caroline Leaf
Mental Illness in the Bible (6 mins) Rev. Talitha Arnold, Senior Minister, The United Church of Santa Fe (United Church of Christ)
Tools for Living in Crisis: “Doing Life Right” During Difficult Seasons (40 mins) – Dr. John Townsend
Tools for Living in Crisis: Vulnerability: Key for Stress Reduction (30 mins) – Dr. John Townsend
When Quoting Scripture is not Enough: A Message to the Church (5 mins) Sheila Walsh, Bestselling Author, and Speaker
PODCASTS
Being Psychologically Healthy During Times of Crisis – Boundaries.Me by Dr. Henry Cloud
How to Deal with Uncertainty and Insecurity During This Pandemic – Cleaning Up the Mental Mess by Dr. Caroline Leaf
ARTICLES
Meditation and Self-Care During COVID-19 by Hillary McBride, Sanctuary Mental Health
Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Face of Uncertainty – American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
E-BOOKS
The Anxious Thought Guide by Jennie Allen – A low-grade anxiety has held all of us captive for way too long. Let’s fight back. Download this tool – I hope it’s really helpful to capture our thoughts and let them not spiral out of control. We do control our thoughts. They do not control us.
BOOKS
Grace for the Afflicted: A Clinical and Biblical Perspective on Mental Illness by Matthew S. Stanford
Switch on Your Brain: The Key to Peak Happiness, Thinking, and Health by Dr. Caroline Leaf
The Fight of your Life by Tim Clinton
Wired For Intimacy by William Struthers
Safe People by Henry Cloud
People Fuel by John Townsend
ORGANIZATIONS
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – COVID 19 Resources
NATIONAL RESOURCE NUMBERS
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
NAMI Helpline – 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)