The Church Mental Health Summit is a global online gathering designed to equip ministry leaders, pastors, care teams, counselors, and volunteers with practical tools for compassionate, sustainable care ministry. Hosted by Hope Made Strong, this three-day summit offers faith-based training and encouragement for those walking alongside people facing grief, trauma, mental health challenges, burnout, and crisis.
Taking place October 7–9, 2026, with a special bonus event on World Mental Health Day (October 10), the summit will feature expert speakers, practical workshops, and focused learning tracks to help churches build healthier cultures of care. Participants can join online from anywhere and learn at their own pace through daily access to sessions.
Summit Themes
Each day focuses on a key area of ministry and care:
Day 1 – Leadership & Spiritual Formation
Explore how to build healthy care systems within churches and ministries, integrate spiritual practices into care, navigate boundaries wisely, and equip volunteers with confidence.
Day 2 – Mental Health, Healing & Recovery
Gain practical insight into supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and crisis while creating safe and supportive church environments.
Day 3 – Community, Families & Outreach
Learn how to sustain ministry through healthy partnerships, outreach strategies, and support for youth, families, caregivers, and local communities.
Featured Speakers
The summit includes an international lineup of pastors, counselors, psychologists, theologians, and ministry leaders, including:
Dr. John Swinton
Chris Adams
Drew Hyun
Dr. Brian Fikkert
Jaime Aten
Kent Annan
Dr. Joy Wilson
Stephen Grcevich
And many more