Depression and anxiety can be overwhelming and can leave those suffering feeling isolated and alone. The United Methodist Church in Bronx, New York is dedicated to providing mental health support to individuals facing issues such as depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. The church offers support groups for adults of all ages, recognizing that intergenerational interaction can be beneficial. These groups provide a safe space for individuals to express their experiences and feelings without judgement.
The church also provides medical services for those in need regardless of their financial means. The United Methodist Church has built a worldwide network of mental illnesses into the General Meeting of the Church and Society to coordinate ministries dealing with mental illness in the United Methodist Church. The church also urges local United Methodist congregations, districts, and annual or central conferences to promote United Methodist congregations as caring communities. United Methodist seminaries around the world offer technical training, including experience in mental health units, as a regular part of preparing for ministry, to help leaders and congregations learn more about and get involved in the mental health needs of their communities.
Through these support groups and services, the Methodist Church is committed to providing mental health support to individuals in need.
