What We Believe

We minister to those navigating mental health challenges with dignity and grace. As the body of Christ, we are called to work together to help the hurting and shed light on the misconceptions surrounding mental illness.

Mental illnesses cause disturbances in the way we process information, manage emotions, and make decisions. Disruptive behavior may accompany these characteristics and lead to stigma and shame. Effective treatment recognizes the importance of medical, psychiatric, emotional, and spiritual care in regaining and maintaining mental wellness.

We believe that as members of the body of Christ, we are called to embrace with love and compassion those in our community struggling to manage issues that arise related to mental health. Regardless of such struggles, we are all created in the image of God and nothing can separate us from the love of God found in Christ Jesus.

You Are Not Alone

  • 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experience a mental illness each year.
  • 1 in 25 (approx. 13.6 million) adults in the U.S. live with a severe mental illness each year.
  • ½ of all chronic mental illnesses begin by the age of 14
  • ¾ of all chronic illnesses begin by the age of 24
  • Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-34

SOURCE: www.nami.org/mhstats

What HPUMC Offers email care@hpumc.org

  • Pastoral Support
  • Resources for seeking professional help
  • Stephen Ministry

National & State Resources

  • 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | www.988lifeline.org | Call, text, or chat.
  • Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas | 214-828-1000
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 1-800-273-8255
  • NAMI Helpline | 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) | info@nami.org
  • American Psychiatric Association | 1-888-357-7924 | www.psychiatry.org
  • Here for Texas | 972-525-8181 | www.herefortexas.com