How Can My Church Help? Psychiatric Disorders Are a Ministry Opportunity

In this audio talk, Steve Viars explores how the challenges of the managed health care system—especially for those with psychiatric diagnoses—present a unique and urgent ministry opportunity for the church. Viars encourages churches to engage with hurting individuals in ways that are both practical and gospel-centered. Drawing from his own experience leading ministries like a biblical counseling center, recreation center, and skate park, he offers real-life examples and applications. He challenges listeners to view our highly psychologized culture through a biblical lens, not shying away from clinical labels or diagnoses, but instead seeing them as avenues for Christ-centered compassion and outreach.