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Mental Health.
The New Ministry Frontier.

1 in 5 adults are experiencing a mental health challenge.

1 in 4 who seek professional help,

will seek out a faith leader or faith community before any other.

Are you equipped to help?

Matchstick Ministry exists to ignite a biblical response to the mental health crisis by equipping people of faith to care for those experiencing a mental health challenge.

We are ready to equip your church or faith-based organization to recognize and respond to common mental health challenges through a biblical lens. We have programs that can be fully customized to align with your specific needs and vision.

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Programs

Safe Sacred Spaces

Equipping people of faith to C.A.R.E. for those experiencing mental health challenges.

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How to Notice & Navigate With Someone Who Is Struggling.

Learn about common signs, symptoms and causes of mental health challenges.

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Jesus, Mental Health & Me.

Embracing a biblical perspective on mental health challenges.

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Mental Health Basic
C.A.R.E.

How to recognize and respond to the two most common mental health challenges.

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Meet Our Team

Tony Cloud

Mental Health Coach & Speaker

Certified Peer Counselor

Founder, Matchstick Ministry

Tony is the founder of Matchstick Ministry and passionate about equipping people to recognize and respond to common mental health and behavioral challenges. He is also the founder of Tony Cloud Communications LLC with over 30 years of speaking, pastoral leadership and organizational management providing services to diverse individuals including those living with severe mental illness, substance abuse and justice involved backgrounds. Tony is noted for his authenticity and unique ability to relate well with broad audiences. He is inspirational and evokes a positive response.

Tony and his wife Lori live in Billings, Montana.

Contact Tony at:

tony@matchstickministry.org

Lori Cloud

Mental Health & Christian Life Coach

Substance Use Counselor

Certified Peer Counselor

Co-founder Matchstick Ministry

Lori is an experienced Mental Health and Christian Life Coach with a background as a Substance Use Counselor and Certified Peer Counselor. She brings years of therapeutic and ministerial background to managing the Matchstick Ministry office while lending her expertise in content creation and caring for others. She is available to answer your questions regarding our services.

Lori and her husband Tony live in Billings, Montana.

Contact Lori at:

lori@matchstickministry.org

Angie Forster

Administrative Support

Events Coordinator

Co-founder, Matchstick Ministry

Angie brings over a decade of Christian ministry experience to the Matchstick Ministry team. She's known for her administrative ability and effective organizational leadership with creative attention to detail. Angie possesses a passion for people and equipping the church to minister to those experiencing mental health challenges. She is available to ensure the success of our event hosts.

Angie and her husband Rob live in Billings, Montana.

Contact Angie at:

angie@matchstickministry.org

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