Archway Counselling Association

06/18/2026

**CMHS 2026 was a success!**

This year’s Church Mental Health Summit grew from one day of conversation and learning into two meaningful days of connection, reflection, and encouragement.

We began with a Pastors & Staff Leaders Luncheon (thank you Cheryl Weibe!) followed by an inspiring evening exploring faith, creativity, and mental health through story, music, film, and meaningful conversation, featuring Daniel Whitehead from Sanctuary Mental Health.

The Summit culminated in a full Friday gathering with worship, local workshop speakers, thoughtful discussions, practical learning, and, of course, some wonderful food shared around the table.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, participated, volunteered, spoke, listened, asked questions, and helped create such a welcoming space over these two days. A huge shout out to Immanuel Baptist Church for the use of their venue, and to Andrea, all the tech help and our lovely kitchen support.

Thank to our sponsors Ballast Lodge and Prison Fellowship.

We are deeply grateful for your voices, your presence, and your hearts.

Thank you to the Archway organizational team for your time, energy, and creativity in pulling this event together!

May the conversations continue as we keep learning how to make mental wellness a lifestyle in our churches, communities, and everyday lives.

06/11/2026

**The Church Mental Health Summit is happening!**

We had a wonderful first event today with Daniel Whitehead at the Pastors & Staff Leaders Luncheon. Thank you, Daniel, for helping us begin this conversation with such depth, wisdom, and hope!

Tonight, we kick off the second event of the CMHS Summit:

**Faith, Creativity, and Mental Health**
featuring Daniel Whitehead

Get ready for an inspiring evening where creativity and mental wellness come together through live music, film, interviews, videos, and maybe even a little surprise!

Location: Immanuel Baptist Church
295 Young Street, Truro, NS
7:00 PM
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Cost: $20

Haven’t registered but still want to join us? Please do!
You can pay at the door. See you soon!

We’re looking forward to seeing you tonight for a meaningful, creative, and hope-filled evening!

Want to attend tomorrow's Full Day Summit, you can still register!

Join pastors, counselors, and ministry leaders at the 2026 Truro Church Mental Health Summit on June 11-12, 2026.

06/07/2026

Workshop Spotlight #4: Dr. Glen Berry

The words we use in church matter.

At CMHS 2026, Dr. Glen Berry, Associate Professor at Acadia Divinity College, will lead the workshop:

Language That Creates Emotional Safety in the Church

This workshop explores how everyday church language shapes whether people feel safe to speak honestly about their mental health.

Many faith communities care deeply, yet stigma can still be unintentionally reinforced through quick reassurance, spiritual explanations, silence, or problem-solving responses that imply struggles should be resolved rather than shared.

Dr. Berry will invite participants to notice how language can create openness, trust, and a more informed culture of care.

Pastors, ministry leaders, care teams, and church members alike will be invited to consider how small shifts in language can help people feel safer, less alone, and more supported.

Join us at CMHS 2026 as we continue the conversation of making mental wellness a lifestyle.

Register: https://www.churchmentalhealthsummit.com/truro