Renewing the Mind

Teaching is a sacred calling—and an emotionally demanding one. This session invites Christian educators to reflect on their own mental and emotional wellness through the lens of faith, neuroscience, and practical self-care. Drawing from A Guide to Mental and Emotional Wellness, we’ll explore biblical truths about rest, boundaries, and renewal, while equipping participants with tools to manage stress, prevent burnout, and stay rooted in their purpose. Come ready to reconnect with your “why,” learn to recognize signs of emotional fatigue, and walk away with actionable strategies for sustaining resilience in the classroom and beyond.

Jenna Londgren is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a nationally certified counselor, and a board certified telemental health provider. Dr. Londgren is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Science and the Program Coordinator of the Alcohol and Drug Studies Program at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Her passion is supporting Christians in their mental and emotional wellbeing and is the author of two books: A Guide to Mental and Emotional Wellness: Biblical Wisdom, Practical Principles, Clinical Insight and Why Can't They Just Stop: Seeing Addiction Through the Lens of God's Grace. She lives in Mankato with her husband and four children.