Clergy Wellness Assessment
Your well-being is the heartbeat of your ministry. This community education and wellness assessment is designed to move beyond the metrics of church growth and focus specifically on your care as a leader. By sharing your honest experiences regarding rest, boundaries, and support systems, you help us advocate for your health and curate the resources you truly need for the 2026-2027 season. Your responses are confidential and will serve as the roadmap for our collective sustainability.
Physical Wellness
Which physical health area would you prioritize for improvement in 2026?
Consistent sleep (7+ hours)
Nutritional habits/Meal planning
Regular physical activity (150+ minutes/week)
Preventative medical/dental checkups
Other
When you take vacation time, how would you describe your ability to "unplug"?
Fully disconnected (No church contact)
Partially connected (Checking emails occasionally)
Constantly available (Handling "minor" emergencies)
Other
How many full 24-hour Sabbaths (free from church work and digital pings) do you consistently take each month?
0 days (Never)
1–2 days
3–4 days (Consistent weekly rhythm)
Other
Emotional & Mental Wellness
How often do you practice mindfulness or relaxation techniques?
Daily
3-5 times a week
1-2 times a week
Rarely
Never
How often do you feel lonely or isolated in your ministry work?
Rarely
Sometimes
Often/Frequently
Do you have a support system that you can rely on for emotional support? (i.e. Stress & Anxiety)
Yes, I have a strong support system
I have some support, but it could be better
I lack a support system
Other
What is the primary barrier to maintaining healthy boundaries in your current role?
Congregational expectations (Systemic)
Personal difficulty saying "no" (Internal)
Staffing/Volunteer shortages (Operational)
Financial pressure (Professional)
Family expectations
Other
In your current ministry, do you feel safe seeking mental health support without professional repercussions?
Yes, completely safe
Somewhat (Would worry about optics)
No (Fear of being seen as "unfit")
Other
Social Wellness
On a scale of 1–5, how much does the pressure of your ministry role negatively impact your relationships with your spouse, children, or close family?
1 — Minimal Impact: My ministry and family life are well-balanced; I am fully present when I am at home.
2 — Small Impact: I occasionally feel distracted or busy, but it rarely causes tension with my loved ones.
3 — Moderate Impact: My family life is often interrupted; I find it difficult to fully "turn off" my role as a minister.
4 — Large Impact: There is noticeable strain; my family frequently expresses frustration or feels secondary to the church.
5 — Severe Impact: Constant stress; my ministry demands are causing a significant crisis or breakdown in my home life.
Which of these "Safe Spaces" do you currently have access to? (Select all that apply)
Peer/Colleague groups
Professional therapist/Counselor
Spiritual director/Mentor
Close friends outside of the church
Other
Wellness Needs
Which educational workshop or community resources would be most valuable for your current well-being? (Select all that apply)
Financial Literacy: Pension, taxes, and debt management
Conflict Resolution: Navigating polarized congregational dynamics
Sabbatical Planning: How to fund and structure intentional rest
Family Systems: Managing the impact of ministry on home life
Wellness grants (for retreats, gym memberships, etc.)
Vetted list of clergy-competent therapists
Subsidized coaching sessions
Crisis management support/interim help
Other
May we follow-up with you?
Yes
No
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