A compass for the soul
Welcome to Crisis Compass's online magazine, where we explore contemporary topics at the intersection of faith and mental health. Join us each month for insightful articles designed to help you navigate life's challenges with wisdom and grace.
Faith & well-being
Delve into thoughtful discussions on how faith can be a source of strength and resilience in the face of mental health challenges. We provide a compassionate space for understanding and growth. Explore the first issue now!
Mind matters
Discover practical tips and insights for nurturing your mental well-being, grounded in both psychological principles and spiritual wisdom. Let's journey toward a healthier, more balanced life, together.
Mercy Pulled Up A Chair
There are some people that society already has verdicts for before they even walk into the room.
When Grief Walks In the Room With You
On sudden loss, watching your father break, and why safety still matters even when nobody says they want to die
When Grief Finds You Anyway Thinking About Him On His 106th Birthday.
Grief has a way of showing up uninvited.
The Mind’s Magnifying Glass: Rumination, Attention, and the Holy Work of Philippians 4:8 in Crisis
A Season of Coping and Thanks The Five-Minute Gratitude List
The holidays carry a weight that most people never talk about. Thanksgiving arrives with its warm colors and familiar smells, but for many, it also brings loneliness, anxiety, or memories that stir up more heartache than joy. Brother, if this season feels heavy for you, you are not alone. And sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is choose a small act that shifts your focus long enough to breathe again.
God’s Delay and Absence
By Dick Montanez
The Strangers Within Our Gates Creating: Safe Places For The Gospel To Exist
“Do not mistreat or oppress a foreigner, for you were foreigners in Egypt.” — Exodus 22:21 (NIV)
Welcome to Crisis Compass Northward Pointed
Welcome to Crisis Compass Northward Pointed, an Online Magazine dedicated to equipping faith leaders and church members with practical, heart-centered resources for crisis intervention and mental health support. In a world increasingly fraught with stress, isolation, and despair, the church is called to be a sanctuary of hope—where broken hearts find healing, and wounded souls discover purpose. Here, you will find a curated collection of tools, insights, and reflections designed to strengthen your ministry and deepen your capacity to care for those in their darkest moments.
Personal stories
Find inspiration in the real-life experiences of individuals navigating the complexities of faith and mental health. Our writers share personal reflections and lessons learned on their paths to healing and wholeness.