233. Inside the 2026 Church Mental Health Summit: A Sneak Peek at Six Sessions

The Church Mental Health Summit is almost here, and this episode gives you a preview of what’s coming.

Laura shares short excerpts from six Summit sessions, one from each track, and highlights a few of the ideas that can help shape stronger, more thoughtful care ministry.

Because the goal of the Summit isn’t to consume as much information as possible. It’s to find the one or two ideas that help you think differently, strengthen your care, or take a meaningful next step.

In This Episode

John Swinton | Spiritual Formation
Healing is bigger than curing. John explores shalom, relationship, and what it means to experience healing even when symptoms remain.

Elias Olmer | Leadership
What if behavior is information? Elias challenges leaders to look beneath what they see and become curious about what someone may be carrying.

Rachael Newham | Mental Health & Well-Being
Language matters. Rachael explores how the words we use can either reduce or reinforce stigma around mental illness.

Dr. Zoricelis Davila | Healing & Recovery
Grief doesn’t always look the way we expect. Dr. Davila reminds leaders to stay present long after the immediate crisis has passed.

Chuck Hunt & Dr. Aaron Rosales | Families & Students
Supporting mental health and making disciples are not separate things. Churches can help young people experience belonging, hope, and the presence of Jesus.

Brian Fikkert | Community & Outreach
Care is not only about doing things for people. Brian explores the difference between relief and development and the importance of walking with people.

Join the Summit

The 2026 Church Mental Health Summit is happening October 7, 8 & 9.

You’ll hear from speakers from around the world through live Zoom and pre-recorded sessions across six tracks.

Free access is available each day for 24 hours.

Register here:
https://www.churchmentalhealthsummit.com