Many thanks for this. Rev Pflug and Rev Peparkorn especially touched my heart with their open, vulnerable talks. Our family has also experienced mental illness, eating disorders, alcoholism and now, substance abuse in our daughter's life. It's heartbreaking, frustrating and lonely. My husband is also a pastor.

FYI: I had a very difficult time downloading these audiofiles. I tried it with and ipad and a laptop. I didn't ever get to listen to all of the talks.

Saddleback Church in CA now has a thriving ministry of Mental Health following the tragic death of Rick and Kay Warren's son. It's possible to see and hear their workshops and talks. It sure would be nice if the LCMS would catch up