Maintaining healthy relationships and focusing on your priorities while leading a life of service requires skill in even the best circumstances. Do you feel equipped with the tools needed to protect yourself from burning out during these challenging times?

In a new episode of the Being Here podcast, “Protecting Yourself from Burnout,” Bishop Kristen Kuempel of the Northwest Intermountain Synod speaks with host the Rev. Melissa Pohlman about how she has seen the pandemic contribute to burnout among ELCA rostered ministers. Bishop Kuempel offers insights specifically for pastors, bishops, and deacons seeking to establish (or reestablish) healthy boundaries and life-giving self-care practices.

I invite you to carve out 40 minutes to listen to this episode and consider if any of the strategies could help you find balance and a greater sense of well-being.

The podcast Sacred Ordinary Days with Jenn Giles Kemper explores faith where it hits the pavement of work, relationships, creativity, and real life. Inspired by Jenn’s curiosity and faith (and her work as a minister and spiritual director) we’re crafting a show to help you meaningfully explore your own life with Christ — and ultimately lead you to become more wholly human and more fully faithful. On Tuesdays, join us for a conversation with folks whose words, work, and witness have shaped our team’s understanding of God and practice of faith. (Plus, we’re featuring lots of good music, prompts for your reflection and practice, and plenty of invitations into a community of kindred spirits!)

Portico Benefit Services presents 30 Days to a Better Well-being: a day by day calendar with simple steps you can take to feel refreshed and renewed. You can download the calendar resource here!