Ep. 142 | Laura Howe: How Church Leaders Can Prioritize Mental Health in Their Ministry

October 8, 2025

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In this episode, we sit down with Laura Howe, founder of Hope Made Strong, mental health clinician, and host of the Care Ministry podcast.

We explore how church leaders can prioritize their own mental health while creating caring, resilient church cultures.

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In this conversation, we discuss:

• Recognizing compassion fatigue and burnout
• Setting healthy boundaries in ministry
• Building care teams and support systems
• Creating a safe culture for mental health
• Empowering peer support within the church

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Join us as we dive into How Church Leaders Can Prioritize Mental Health in Their Ministry with Laura Howe.

Disclaimer: This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional care or counseling. Kendall Conner, the Church Leadership Lab Podcast, and Ministry Brands are not mental health professionals. If you or someone you care about is struggling, please seek help from a qualified mental health provider.

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More About Laura Howe:

Laura is the founder of Hope Made Strong — an organization dedicated to equipping churches and leaders to care for their communities without burning out.

She’s a mental health clinician, community development strategist, and host of the Care Ministry Podcast. Through her work, she helps pastors and ministry teams build healthy care structures and lead with emotional and spiritual resilience.

She’s passionate about helping churches become safe spaces where people can heal and thrive — starting with their leaders.