Finding Community and Support in the Church during Mental Health Struggles
In this episode, Isaiah Leininger, Walker Howell, and Roy Malecha discuss the critical intersection of mental health and community support within the church. They define key terms related to mental health, emphasize the importance of empathy, and explore the role of the church in providing support for those struggling with mental health issues. The conversation also touches on personal experiences with mental health, the necessity of self-care for those who help others, and practical steps for fostering a supportive community. Ultimately, the episode calls for a deeper understanding of mental health and a commitment to loving like Jesus, highlighting the need for unconditional support and presence in the lives of those in distress.
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Roy Malecha
Social Work Educator
Roy Malecha serves as an Assistant Professor of Social Work and as Director of Field Education for the Social Work Program at Freed-Hardeman University. He received a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Freed-Hardeman University (2009), a Master of Science in Social Work degree from the University of Tennessee College of Social Work (2013), and is in the process of obtaining his PhD in Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University with an overall research interest that focuses on the intersection of spirituality and Social Work practice/education. Mr. Malecha has over 14 years of experience within the field of Social Work in clinical, supervisory, and educator roles which include holding positions as a Child Protective Services Assessor and Investigator for the Department of Children’s Services, an in-home therapist for Health Connect America, and a Hospital Liaison Team Leader for Centerstone of Tennessee. Mr. Malecha is actively involved in community outreach and assists with providing congregational care at the church where he attends in Burns, TN. Roy and his wife Michelle live in Dickson with their two daughters, Maylee and Myla.
