Webmembers of a baptist church in hickory, north carolina, are asking that question after their pastor committed suicide in his parked car in september.

His experience launched him on a journey that opened his eyes to the widespread problem of mental illness and how those who live with it are often treated in congregations.

Webin 2012, steve austin, then a pastor, nearly died by suicide.

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Those who counsel pastors say christian culture, especially southern evangelicalism, creates the perfect environment for depression.

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