Many concerned lay Catholics want to know about the discernment, screening, formation and subsequent guidance given to our priests.

Fr Kappler will explain the important role that The Southdown Institute plays in assisting the Catholic church to support healthy ministers, including its role in screening, formation, on-going human development and clinical intervention, as needed. Fr Kappler will share his insights into what are some of the most pressing challenges facing clergy and religious today as they seek to serve within the current Church context. He will also identify what he sees as promising developments in the field of psychological services for faith leaders.

Since 1966, the Southdown Institute has been providing preventive and restorative care to religious and clergy around addictions and mental health issues, using the integration of psychological, physical and interpersonal practice with the wisdom of the Catholic spiritual tradition.