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Catholic Mental Health Gathering
Bishops and mental health experts meet in Rome to address mental health ministry challenges.
In brief
Bishops and mental health experts meet in Rome to address mental health ministry challenges. Catholic institutions host a global gathering in Rome to advance mental health ministry and reduce stigma through education and shared experiences. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Global Mental Health Meeting
Bishops, pastoral workers, mental health professionals and people with lived experience of mental illness gather in Rome for a healing presence event.
Event Timing
The gathering occurs on 9, 10 October 2026, coinciding with World Mental Health Day and Pope Leo XIV’s October prayer intention.
Organizers
The International Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers, Don Luigi Di Liegro Foundation and Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network co-organize the event.
Event Program
Friday features discussions on stigma, welcome and safe spaces followed by mass at church of the gesù.
Saturday Activities
Saturday includes visits to the Don Luigi Di Liegro Foundation, discussions on young people in italy and testimonies from caregivers and patients.
Event Conclusions
The gathering concludes with the rosary at the lourdes grotto in the vatican gardens.
The essence
Catholic institutions host a global gathering in Rome to advance mental health ministry and reduce stigma through education and shared experiences.
