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HealthcareThe Evangelical Homiletics Society's 2026 conference, themed Preaching Amid America's Mental Health Crisis, will take place at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. This event aims to explore the crucial intersections of theology, psychology, and homiletics, focusing particularly on how preaching can address the growing mental health challenges within congregations. Topics include the mental health of preachers, spiritually vibrant preaching, and the roles of medication, counseling, and therapy in contemporary Christian practices. The conference fosters discussions around various mental health issues such as anxiety disorders, phobias, mood disorders, depression, PTSD, social isolation, and the effects of trauma, particularly in the context of pastoral care. The goal is to create an atmosphere of transparency, equipping attendees with the tools to better prepare students for preaching in pastoral ministry.Multiple insightful presentations will be featured, such as When Shepherds Scatter God's Flock: Understanding Spiritual Abuse in Preaching, and Preaching That Heals Our Divides: A Model for Addressing Ethnocentrism and Reconciliation from the Pulpit. Noteworthy discussions will include By 2050: Preparing Students to Preach Effectively in an Emerging Secondary Oral Society and Nuts and Bolts of Culture-Sensitized Sermons. The conference also honors scholarly contributions with awards like the Carol M. Norén Pedagogy Paper Award, recognizing advancements in homiletics pedagogy. The event is designed to encourage dialogue among professors of preaching and scholars, creating a collaborative environment where participants can share insights and critiques about their scholarly work. The conference will not only serve as a platform for discussing contemporary issues in preaching but also highlight the importance of addressing the needs of both preachers and congregants in the context of mental health.
Expected Attendees
600
Industry
Healthcare
Industry
Healthcare
Location
Southaven, MS
Southaven, MS, USA
Website
ehomiletics.org/conferenceTopics
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