CHI Resources

Our research examines the causes of burnout, the pressures you encounter, and the toll it can take on your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. We're here to provide you with practical strategies and evidence-based solutions that actually work. From stress management techniques and self-care practices to cultivating healthy boundaries and fostering a supportive community, we cover it all.

Keeping the Faith: Conversations to Strengthen the Bond Between Pastors and Church Leaders

Addressing tough topics is essential for healthy churches & pastors. This guide offers tools to help P/SPRC committees and their pastors come together for difficult conversations and offers skills needed to live together in healthy community.

TAKE A BREATH: An Overview of the Selah Stress Management Intervention

This study identified three stress reduction practices that allow pastors to fully live into the work that God is calling them to do with creativity, insight, and energy – even during the most stressful times. Download the report to learn more.

Pastor & Parish: A Learning Resource for Staff/Pastor-Parish Relations Committees

Combining videos, workbook content, guided discussion and complementary readings, this six-session series for United Methodist staff-parish relations committees offers guidance on how to create a covenant to guide their work as a ministry.

Tending the Shepherds: Mental Health Support for Clergy

This report examines mental health care among UMC clergy, shines a light on the current gaps, and offers encouragement for those who are looking to get professional mental health counseling.

The Blessings of Retirement

We took a closer look at how things are going for clergy who have been serving for decades, those who are 55 and older, and those who have retired. And guess what? The life indicators look good in each case!

Pastoring During the Covid Pandemic: Making Progress

This report examines how COVID-19 affected clergy and congregations. We zoomed in on 1,228 United Methodist clergy who are currently serving to learn how they navigated these challenging times.

Health Trends - Vol. 1 (Physical Health)

Based on the Statewide Clergy Health Survey conducted from 2008 to 2021, this volumes provides researchers and denominational officials the facts of physical health of North Carolina United Methodist clergy.

The Four Behaviors of Flourishing Clergy

This resource highlights positive mental health and identifies four behaviors distinguishing flourishing clergy from those facing burnout. Gain practical insights from inspiring clergy to enhance your connection with your ministry and your life.

Faithful and Fractured: Responding to the Clergy Health Crisis

Clergy Health Initiative's director Rae Jean Proeschold-Bell and theologian Jason Byassee present a decade of research on clergy health. Gain valuable insights into ministry life and thrive in your calling with this excellent resource.