Call for Papers

International Conference on Religion, Spirituality and Health 2026

17–19 October 2026
Catholic University of Lisbon, Portugal

Theme

Religion, Spirituality and Health: Pathways to Human Well-Being and Holistic Care

The International Conference on Religion, Spirituality and Health 2026 (ICRSH 2026) invites scholars, researchers, healthcare professionals, religious leaders, psychologists, spiritual practitioners, meditation teachers, and students from around the world to submit original research and scholarly contributions.

The conference provides an interdisciplinary platform to examine the relationship between religion, spirituality, health, mental well-being, medicine, meditation, and holistic approaches to human flourishing.

Suggested Topics

Religion & Health

  • Religion and healthcare
  • Faith and healing
  • Religious coping and resilience
  • Religion and public health
  • Ethics, religion and medicine

Spirituality & Mental Health

  • Spirituality and psychological well-being
  • Spirituality and emotional resilience
  • Stress, anxiety and coping
  • Meaning, purpose and human flourishing
  • Spiritual counselling and care

Meditation & Mindfulness

  • Meditation and mental well-being
  • Mindfulness and healthcare
  • Buddhist meditation and health
  • Compassion and emotional resilience
  • Contemplative practices and modern healthcare

Spiritual Care & Healthcare

  • Spiritual care in hospitals
  • Patient-centred healthcare
  • Palliative and end-of-life care
  • Spirituality in clinical practice
  • Healthcare professionals and spiritual well-being

Religion, Society & Well-Being

  • Religion and community health
  • Interreligious perspectives on health
  • Culture, religion and healthcare
  • Spiritual communities and social well-being
  • Peace, compassion and human flourishing

Types of Contributions

We welcome:

  • Research Papers
  • Review Papers
  • Case Studies
  • Oral Presentations
  • Poster Presentations
  • Panel Proposals
  • Workshop Proposals

Abstract Submission

Authors are invited to submit an abstract of approximately 250–300 words outlining the purpose, methodology, key findings, and significance of their proposed contribution.

Each submission should include:

Author Name:
Institution / Organisation:
Country:
Email Address:
Presentation Title:
Abstract:
Keywords: 3–5 keywords

Important Dates

Call for Papers: 15 January 2026
Abstract Deadline: 31 July 2026
Acceptance Notification: 15 August 2026
Registration Deadline: 30 September 2026
Conference: 17–19 October 2026
Venue: Catholic University of Lisbon, Portugal

Submission

Please submit your abstract through the conference submission system or by email to the Conference Secretariat.

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We welcome diverse academic, cultural, religious, and professional perspectives and encourage interdisciplinary contributions that advance understanding of the relationship between religion, spirituality and health.

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International Conference on Religion, Spirituality and Health 2026
Catholic University of Lisbon, Portugal | 17–19 October 2026