Feature Article
A call to awareness and support on World Mental Health day
Published | 11 October 2023
World Mental Health Day, celebrated on October 10, 2022, marked a significant global effort to raise awareness about mental health issues and to mobilize support...
World Mental Health Day, celebrated on October 10, 2022, marked a significant global effort to raise awareness about mental health issues and to mobilize support for mental well-being. This date served as a reminder that mental health is an integral part of our overall health and should be nurtured and cherished.
The observance of this day holds special significance for many communities and organizations, including the Adventist Church. Adventists, driven by our theological commitment to mental health, understand the importance of holistic well-being. Our Fundamental beliefs emphasize that human beings are "an indivisible unity of body, mind, and spirit." This belief underscores the need to address mental health in conjunction with physical, spiritual, and social aspects.
As a church, we recognize the "ministry of healing," a holistic approach to restoring wholeness in every individual. The concept of "whole" encompasses the entirety of a person, acknowledging that we do not exist in isolation.
In line with this, we encourage all our members to prioritize their mental health. Let's remember the words of 3 John 1:2, "Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth." This serves as an enduring reminder that, just as we care for our spiritual well-being, we must also nurture our mental health.
On World Mental Health Day and every day, we stand together in support of mental health awareness and offer a compassionate call for all our members to enjoy "good" mental health.
