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GUIDING PRINCIPLES FOR CHURCH LEADERS
Love first. All of God’s children are worthy of love and kindness. We may not understand a person’s individual experiences, but we can always show love.
Listen to understand. Be careful not to make assumptions about feelings or behavior. Ask questions and listen, then respond with interest and empathy. As you listen, you will nurture trust and gain understanding in how to minister.
Teach truth. True principles provide the foundation for faithful choices. As guided by the Spirit, lovingly teach those truths that will help the person stay on a path toward eternal joy.
Nourish faith. Faith is founded on trust in a loving Heavenly Father, on an understanding of Jesus Christ’s Atonement, on confidence in the Holy Ghost’s guidance, and on the assurance that God has a plan for each person’s eternal progression. Encourage individuals to nourish their personal faith through daily prayer and scripture study.
Minister. Acting in love, listening to understand, and seeking direction from the Spirit will provide a deeper understanding of the best way to lovingly minister to individual needs.
Life Help Topics: Faith-based resources, videos, and guidance to support individuals and families facing life's challenges, offering practical tools and spiritual insights for healing and resilience. Also available in Gospel Library App and a good resource for ministers to be using.
Counseling Topics For Leaders: more in-depth than Life Help as far as church policy and how to address many different topics or situations as church leaders
Our Covenants to Care for Those In Need
What to Do & Say: Ministering to Others Facing Challenges: Great article to help leaders be better prepared to say the right things
How Can I Minister To Others During Crisis? Discussion guide
Facing Challenges: Self-Help Guide Well-being Checklist
Video: Caring For Those That Mourn helpful tips for leaders of what not to say when people experience grief-- Christ didn't tell Mary and Martha to stop crying because He was about to raise Lazarus from the dead, but wept with them, validating their grief and understanding their feelings
Self-Reliance Tool Kit: one-page overview of church resources
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