Welcome to Saint Luke Institute
We bring the healing ministry of Christ to priests, deacons, consecrated religious, laity and more, through integrated psychological and spiritual treatment, consultation, and education.
A Message from Our President
Rev. Patrick McDevitt, CM, Ph.D., reflects on the important mission of SLI to provide integral, licensed mental health and spiritual care for ministers, especially as they encounter the unique needs of today's Church and world.
Our Services
Comprehensive Mental Health & Spiritual Care
At Saint Luke Institute, our experience tells us integrated psychological and spiritual treatment achieves the best long-term outcomes in care of the person as a whole. Our expertise assures quality, healing care when it is needed most.
Services Include:
Clinical Evaluation
Emmaus Program
Individual & Group Outpatient Care Services
Integrated Spiritual Care
Consultative Care & Education
Saint Luke Institute evaluates candidates for priesthood, permanent diaconate, and religious life. Experts are able to consult confidentially about mental health needs, and help assess your presbyterate, religious community or other groups. We offer ongoing education opportunities with our clinicians, in-person or online.
Services Include:
Candiate Assessment
Clergy & Religious Health Monitor
Ongoing Education & Consultations
Support Saint Luke Institute
Your prayers and financial gifts make our ministry possible. Our partnership in faith promotes healing in the Church now, and a healthier Church for today and tomorrow.
Ongoing Education
Saint Luke Institute is dedicated to helping church leaders and others address mental health, leadership development, and continuing education in a variety of innovative ways.
Trauma-Awareness in Minstry Series
SLIconnect and Religious Formation Conference partnered for a nine-part series on trauma-awareness in ministry with an interdisciplinary and intercultural focus, featuring SLI clinicians, SLIconnect experts, RFC experts, and more.
Featured News
Board Evolution Reflects Strategic Vision as Saint Luke Institute Approaches 50th Anniversary
At its meeting on January 27, 2026, the SLI Board elected a new chair, the first sister to hold the role, recognized its departing chair, and welcomed four new members to serve, with five members continuing their terms. They also thanked three members concluding their terms of service.
Upcoming Events
Ministry Leadership & Mental Health Needs Awareness
Rev. Patrick J. McDevitt, CM, PhD, President & CEO of Saint Luke Institute will present to the leadership of the Baltimore-Washington Conference of the United Methodist Church.
LukeNotes
The Forgiving Journey
Saint Luke Institute spiritual integrator Msgr. Bill English explores the journey of forgiveness, which is sometimes long and full of challenges.