Finding God in the Darkness: Faith, Healing, and the Catholic View of Mental Health with Bishop James Conley
Originally published at YouTubeIn this deeply moving episode, Bishop James Conley of the Diocese of Lincoln shares his remarkable journey of faith, conversion, and healing. From his path to the Catholic Church and his vocation to the priesthood, to his honest reflections on struggling with depression and finding hope in Christ, Bishop Conley offers a profound Catholic perspective on mental health, reminding listeners that holiness and healing can be achieved even amidst mental struggles.
He opens up about what led him to write his pastoral letter A Future with Hope, how faith and therapy can work together, and why surrender and community are essential to the healing process. With his characteristic wisdom, humility, and warmth, Bishop Conley reminds us that even in darkness, God is still there. Ultimately, he offers a message of hope, encouraging those in darkness to reach out and seek support. Bishop Conley brings this same depth of faith and experience to his wider service in the Church, including his roles as Episcopal Advisor to both the Catholic Medical Association and the Catholic Health Care Leadership Alliance.
Topics We Discuss:
- Bishop Conley’s conversion and call to priesthood
- How mental health challenges deepened his faith
- Integrating prayer, therapy, and rest in healing
- The power of surrender and trust in God
- How the Church can better support those who suffer
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Episode Resources:
A Future with Hope: A Pastoral Letter on Mental Health
Catholic Psych
Catholic Therapists
Dr. Greg Bottaro: The Being Human Podcast
Reform: Christ-Centered Wellness
The Catholic Guide to Depression: How the Saints, the Sacraments, and Psychiatry Can Help You Break Its Grip and Find Happiness Again
Surrender Novena
Called to Flourish Podcast
Amazing Parish