In this episode we interview Kevin Vance, a church planter in Regina, SK, Canada. During a tumultuous time in a former job as college president, Kevin fell into a season of depression. Kevin shares here about the internal struggles he wrestled with and the relationships that put him on the road to healing. We also discuss the conflict that sometimes occurs in the church around seeking help for mental health issues. 

If you're struggling with depression, know that you are not alone. See the suggested reading below. We encourage you to reach out to trusted friends and family, to seek counseling, and other forms of connection.

Contact Kevin and Paul with questions, comments or topic requests for the podcast: [email protected]. If you have a story of isolation and connection with God or church, we'd love to hear it.

Podcast Music written and produced by Cheyenne Medders: Cheyenne Medders Official

To find out more about Kevin Vance's church in Regina: Gentle Road Church of Christ | Facebook

Mentions & Resources:

Book Recommendation for depression:

- Unmasking Male Depression by Archibald Hart

- Adrenaline and Stress by Archibald Hart

- Lost Connections by Johann Hari 

- The Mindful Way Through Depression by Williams, Teasdale, Segal, and Kabat-Zinn

If you need a safe place for healing and connection, check out:

- WellSpring Process Groups: WellSpring: Process Groups | Facebook

For counseling needs & training:

- Dr. Shelby's counseling: Renew Christian Counseling (renewmystory.com)

- Harding University Professional Counseling Program: https://www.harding.edu/academics/colleges-departments/education/graduate-programs/mental-health-wellness-programs/clinical-mental-health-counseling#

To find community in whatever you're struggling with:

- Celebrate Recovery (find a group): Celebrate Recovery Locator Map (crgroups.info)

To explore Christian faith or to learn how you or your church can better share faith:

- Alpha Course