Rethinking Church Worker Wellness with Rev. Dr. Bruce Hartung

Rev. Dr. Bruce Hartung, a longtime LCMS pastor, counselor, seminary professor and author of “Holding Up the Prophet’s Hand” and “Building Up the Body of Christ,” joins the podcast for a rich conversation on church worker wellness. Drawing on decades of ministry, Dr. Hartung reflects on the Spirit’s leading through unexpected calls, the power of retrospection and why learning from the people we serve is central to lifelong formation. Join co-hosts Rev. Tom Eggebrecht and Rev. Dr. Greg Walton as Rev. Dr. Hartung addresses spiritual warfare in the seminary, the dangers of a purely “remedial” approach to health and the growing pressures church workers face in an increasingly polarized culture. Listen for practical ideas for shifting congregations toward preventive wellness, nurturing spiritual life in community and creating a genuine culture of appreciation that supports joyful ministers and joyful ministry. Whether you’re a pastor, church worker or lay leader, this episode will encourage you to be well and stay well in the grace, love, peace, mercy and forgiveness of Jesus.