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.