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Karnataka Catholic Church trains parishes to respond to mental health needs

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The Karnataka Catholic Church is training parish communities to recognize signs of mental distress, listen without judgment, and connect individuals with professional support.

The Karnataka Regional Catholic Mental Health Conference 2026 took place on September 19 and 20 at the Paalanaa Bhavana Main Hall in Bengaluru. Participants included parishioners, youth representatives, family ministry members, and nursing students.

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