GMHC 2026

In Person Virtual

Prayer as Medicine

• Breakout Session
• Main Building ATCR 206 (Theater Seating Only)
• November 14 2026 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Is there evidence that prayer improves clinical outcomes? When is it appropriate to pray with patients? How should we offer prayer, what pitfalls should we avoid, and what should we pray with our patients? In this session, we’ll examine the evidence for prayer in clinical healthcare practice and describe a culturally competent approach to praying with patients in either secular or faith-based contexts.