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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

If you want a great way to integrate Spiritual Care into your own practice and your institution ISPEC will 24-25 Sept. This is virtual livestream and you will receive all the materials need for teaching at your institution. DM for more information #spiritualcare gwish.org/program/tran...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The final ISPEC™ (Interprofessional Spiritual Care Education Curriculum) for 2026 will be Sep 24-25th, 11AM to 6:30PM EDT. Deadline for applications for each chaplain-clinician pair is September 10th. DM me for more information! tinyurl.com/3d2mfzxj

Rick Bauer (he/him/él) @nvrflycoach.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

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Interested in how YOU can integrate spiritual care into your clinical practice? Join Dr. Christina Puchalski and others for the Interprofessional Spiritual Care Education Curriculum 24-25 Sept. link.springer.com/article/10.1... Click or DM for more info tinyurl.com/3d2mfzxj #spiritualcare

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The need to integrate spirituality into sleep medicine as a dimension of whole-person, person-centered care - Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Join Dr. Christina Puchalski MD and @nvrflycoach.bsky.social for a 1 hour information webinar about ISPEC. #spritualcare Register here: tinyurl.com/4789yasz or more info: tinyurl.com/3d2mfzxj

Rick Bauer (he/him/él) @nvrflycoach.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

The ISPEC™ training course provides a unique opportunity for clinicians and chaplain pairs from the same health setting to learn how to integrate spiritual care into patient care throughout their organization. #spiritualcare gwish.org/program/tran...

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Rick Bauer (he/him/él) @nvrflycoach.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

An article co-authored by Tracy Balboni, faculty @caringatgwish.bsky.social discusses the role of spirituality and sacred connections within the practice of medicine to improve resilience and reduce burnout. #spiritualcare www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

A great panel conversation on #spiritualcare for patients with #cancer and their #caregivers with Dr. Christina Puchalski the director of @caringatgwish.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJte...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Dr. Christina Puchalski was a featured presenter at the 7th International Congress in Spirituality and Health (CONUPES 2026) in Brazil. CONUPES advances the integration of spiritual health into clinical care, education, and research. #spiritualcare

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Among neuro-oncology patients, ICU recovery settings, high-risk community clinics, and many more innovative applications, GWish Scholars are advancing the integration of spiritual care into routine clinical practice. #spiritualcare gwishproject.gwish.org/gwish-scholars

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Embedding role-appropriate competencies and integrating screening into routine work flows are needed to advance whole-person cancer care. #spiritualcare ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

GWish is accepting applications for Fall 2026 ISPEC™ training course for clinicians and chaplains. Livestream September 24 &25 for this interactive course. Some limited scholarships are available for those serving in resource limited settings. More information: gwish.org/program/tran...

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Rick Bauer (he/him/él) @nvrflycoach.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

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The Global Network for Spirituality and Health (GNSAH) at GWish brings together clinicians, educators, researchers, and spiritual leaders worldwide to advance spiritual care in clinical practice. Join a global community working to transform how care is delivered. Membership is free. www.gnsah.org

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

We’re pleased to participate in the AAHPM / HPNA Hospice and Palliative Care Annual Assembly, taking place March 4–7 at the San Diego Convention Center. If you’re attending, we invite you to visit the GWish booth (#325) in the Exhibit Hall to connect with us.

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Dr. Christina Puchalski will be speaking on Day 1 of the Collective Soul Symposium. Join us April 10–11 for discussions on spiritual care in clinical settings. Rick Bauer, BCC & Dr Marvin Omar Delgado-Guay, MD will also be presenting. static1.squarespace.com/static/59512... #spiritualcare

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Stop by the GWish booth at @aahpm.bsky.social to meet our team, learn more about our work, and explore how we support integration of spiritual care into clinical care.

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

gwish.smhs.gwu.edu/programs/tra... ISPEC has supported meaningful, human-centered care across a variety of healthcare environments, including under-served communities. #spiritualcare

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Thinking about ISPEC but wondering if you can step away to attend?The January ISPEC Training is livestream and fully virtual — and registration is closing soon. #spiritualcare gwish.org/program/tran...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

If you’ve been thinking about joining the ISPEC Training Course on January 29–30, join us this Friday for a live Q&A. This is a chance for clinicians and chaplains to learn more about the program and ask any questions. #spiritualcare registration: gwu-edu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

This documentary explores the connections between spirituality, meaning, and whole-person health care, lifting up the voices of clinicians, chaplains, caregivers, and patients who remind us that healing is about more than the body alone. #spiritualcare www.pbs.org/video/your-h...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Curious about ISPEC? If you’re a clinician or chaplain considering our January 29–30 ISPEC Training Course, we invite you to join us on January 9 for a live Q&A session gwish.smhs.gwu.edu/program/tran...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Questions about ISPEC? If you're a clinician or chaplain thinking about joining our January 29-30 ISPEC Training Course, join us on January 9 for a livestream Q&A. Bring any questions you may have! Register here: gwu-edu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

At the GW Institute for Spirituality & Health, we believe that spiritual care is the root of compassionate care. #spiritualcare gwish.org

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Through our training programs, research initiatives, and international partnerships, we're building spiritual care models that honor the dignity, humanity, and spiritual well-being of every patient. Your generosity makes this possible. #spiritualcare gwish.org/donor-appeal

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

For more information about the upcoming livestream ISPEC training and scholarships: #spiritualcare gwish.org/program/tran...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Clinicians, researchers, and pastoral counselors convened at Hospivision conference in South Africa. Dr Christina Puchalski delivered three keynotes: Research Trends in Spirituality & Health in the US, Advancing Spiritual Care Initiative, and Medical Education in Spirituality & Health gwish.org

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

At GWish, we're honored and excited to see how much has achieved and how many individuals and organizations have become part of the movement to integrate spiritual care as an essential part of clinical practice. #spiritualcare gwishproject.gwish.org/partner?fbcl...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Clinicians and chaplains, this video is for you. The ISPEC™ Training Course is gaining momentum among healthcare professionals worldwide. We'd like to welcome you into the ISPEC community! Applications are opening soon. #spiritualcare www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqs7...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Clinicians and chaplains, January 29-30!! The Interprofessional Spiritual Care Education Curriculum (ISPEC) training will take your own clinical practice to a new level and give you skills and tools to teach others. For more information: #spiritualcare gwish.org/program/tran...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Dr. Puchalski was honored with the Kathleen Curtin Spirituality in Mission Award, presented by the National Capital Area Ignation Volunteer Corp gwish.smhs.gwu.edu

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

We had an amazing 2 days last week at our Fall 2025 ISPEC. Clinicians and chaplains working together create a synergy! Next ISPEC is January 29-30. Follow us on FB to make sure you apply, as spaces are limited. #spiritualcare gwish.org/program/tran...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

In 2009, more than forty spiritual and palliative care experts gathered for a national conference to discuss guidelines for incorporating spirituality into palliative care. Their consensus findings form the basis of "Making Health Care Whole." #spiritualcare #hpc www.amazon.com/Making-Healt...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

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Attention clinicians and chaplains! ISPEC™ registration has been extended to September 4. If spiritual health is a priority for you, click the link below to learn more about ISPEC™ and how to apply and register. #spiritualcare gwish.smhs.gwu.edu/program/tran...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Clinician and chaplain teams from the same health setting are invited to apply for Demonstration Project Grants. Create innovative models of spiritual care and join a network of emerging leaders! Applications due September 15. #spiritualcare gwishproject.gwish.org/gwish-schola...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Dr. Christina Puchalski, will be a guest speaker at the Spirituality & Healthcare Congress 2025 at La Consolacion University Philippines on November 11-12. We'd love to see you there! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Applications for Demonstration Project Grants ($100K each) are due by September 15. If you are a clinician/chaplain working in a health setting, click through to explore this opportunity for you. #spiritualcare gwishproject.gwish.org/gwish-schola...

George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

The ISPEC© training course provides a unique opportunity for clinicians and chaplain pairs from the same health setting to learn how to integrate spiritual care into patient care throughout their organization. Scholarships available. #spiritualcare www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMfH...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Our September 11th and 12th livestream ISPEC™ course is filling quickly! Become part of a group of emerging leaders in the field of spiritual health and make a difference in your organization. Limited Scholarships are available #spiritualcare #hapc gwish.smhs.gwu.edu/program/tran...

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Join us for a live Q&A webinar to answer any questions you may have about the demonstration projects. gwishproject.gwish.org/gwish-schola...

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Rick Bauer (he/him/él) @nvrflycoach.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Funding opportunity with @caringatgwish.bsky.social for demonstration projects with interprofessional spiritual care clinical models that can be tested in multiple health settings. Encourage intern'l applications. Info webinars 16 and 18 July. Apps due September 15th www.gwishproject.org

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George Washington University Institute for Spirituality & Health @caringatgwish.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Clinician/chaplain pairs are invited to apply for grants to develop and conduct demonstration projects consisting of spiritual assessment. Join us July 16 or July 18 to learn more about project objectives, the grants, and who should apply. Info: gwishproject.gwish.org/gwish-scholars