Why should you join the Interfaith Network on Mental Illness (INMI)?
  • Because 1 in 4 families in your congregation is affected by mental illness. Mental illnesses do not discriminate -- they affect people from all races, creeds, income categories and social classes.

  • Because more than half of people who seek outside help when they are in crisis turn first to their clergy/faith leaders, before they seek help from psychiatrists, physicians or psychologists. If you are a faith leader, do you feel prepared to counsel on mental health problems? If you are a member of a faith community, do you feel confident your leaders have the education and training they need to help you and your family deal with the mental health issues you face?

  • Because there are many people who are living with a mental illness/brain disorder who are looking for a faith community that offers an inclusive welcome and provides spiritual support. Do you want to learn more about how to become more inclusive and welcoming and how to offer spiritual support in your faith community?

What is INMI?

INMI is a non-profit organization located in Boulder, Colorado. We are an interfaith organization, meaning we welcome participation from all faith traditions, and we affirm that spirituality is an important component of recovery from mental illness. Learn more about INMI.

Our mission

Our mission is to increase awareness and understanding of mental illness among clergy, staff, lay leaders and members of faith communities and help them more effectively develop and nurture supportive environments for persons dealing with mental illnesses and their families and friends.

What we do

INMI offers conferences, workshops and other events for clergy (pastors, ministers, priests, rabbis, imams, etc.), staff and lay leaders of faith communities in Boulder and Broomfield counties. Learn about upcoming events.

Whether or not you live in our vicinity, If you are a faith community leader or staff member, you can take advantage of our resources on mental illnesses to help you recognize common brain disorders and make referrals to mental health professionals when it is appropriate. Be sure to visit the Caring Clergy Project website.

How you can help

Join's INMI's network and learn about best practices, resources and the experiences from faith communities regarding mental illness/brain disorders. We welcome your input and your stories to share with others. You can let faith communities and organizations know about INMI and you can invite members of your faith community to join INMI.