The Importance of Mental Health In The Church with Hope Made Strong Creator Laura Howe
Why do so many leaders feel stretched thin even when they love the work? Laura Howe, founder of Hope Made Strong, helps untangle that question with a blend of honesty and practical insight. She shares her own story of compassion fatigue, the gap she noticed between community care and church culture, and how that tension sparked a global movement toward healthier ministry. Laura offers a grounded vision for sustainable care—one rooted in belonging, clarity, and the simple practices that help people stay well while they serve.
About Laura Howe
Laura Howe is a clinical mental health social worker, addictions counselor, and project manager who has dedicated over 15 years to serving marginalized and vulnerable communities. She is the founder of Hope Made Strong, a global ministry equipping church leaders with practical tools, strategies, and support to build sustainable care ministries without burnout. Laura’s passion is to see the local church become a place of belonging, purpose, and hope—a community where both leaders and congregants can thrive. Through online courses, cohort groups, coaching, training events, and her popular Care Ministry Podcast, Laura and her team have supported thousands of ministry leaders worldwide, helping them navigate the challenges of caregiving with wisdom, resilience, and faith. One of Laura’s flagship initiatives is the Church Mental Health Summit, an annual online event that has reached over 20,000 participants from 140+ countries in just five years. The Summit has become a global movement, equipping churches with the knowledge, skills, and resources to support mental health in their communities. Known for her refreshing and strategic voice in the faith and mental health space, Laura brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, lived experience, and deep compassion. Her teaching is practical, hope-filled, and grounded in trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches. Whether through a keynote address, workshop, or coaching session, Laura empowers church leaders to care for their communities—and themselves—so that the mission of the Church can flourish.
Show Notes
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