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Only 3% of Worship Leaders Say They’re Mentally Well — That’s a Major Problem

Only 3% of Worship Leaders Say They’re Mentally Well — That’s a Major Problem

Monday, April 20, 2026
Only 3.4% of worship leaders say their mental health is excellent, according to a new report from Worship Leader Research. That is an alarmingly low number for a group of people tasked with helping lead one of the most emotionally and spiritually meaningful parts of church life. Worship leaders are often expected to be grounded,…