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Founded in 2003 at Indiana State University by Dr. Thomas Johnson and Dr. Jean Kristeller, the Center for the Study of Health, Religion, and Spirituality (CSHRS) focuses on the interrelations between health, spirituality, and religion. This collaborative center engages in cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary dialogue, and innovative community programs. It addresses key areas such as mindfulness, addiction, end-of-life issues, and healing. Through partnerships and various initiatives, CSHRS aims to translate research into practical applications that benefit individuals and communities.
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CSHRS was founded in 2003 at Indiana State University by Dr. Thomas Johnson and Dr. Jean Kristeller with the support of the Metanexus Institute. • 2006 – Identified as a Center of Regional Distinction by ISU Laying the Foundations
The Center for the Study of Health, Religion, and Spirituality (CSHRS) established as a collaborative partnership of academics, researchers, and practitioners to promote dialogue, scholarship, and service regarding the interrelationships between the domains of health, religion, and spirituality. Mission
To examine these relationships within a framework that encourages and values the contributions of interdisciplinary commentary and scholarship • To engage in cutting edge research that generates external funding and further research • To translate acquired knowledge into innovative programs and services to the wider community (i.e., interfaith dialogue, pastoral counseling, support services for loss/trauma, etc.) The purpose of the Center is threefold:
Mindfulness Meditation Research Program • Spirituality & Addiction Research Program • Integrating Spirituality into Health Care Interventions • Forgiveness, Altruism, & Aggression Research Program • Addictions and Spirituality • End of Life Issues • Facing Loss • Meditation and Spirituality • Healing Rhythms: Conference and Workshop on Music and Meditation • Healing Rhythms II: The Second International Tai Chi/ Qigong for Health Conference Conferences Funded Initiatives Our History…
ISU Interfaith Fellowship • Miracle on 7th St. • World AIDS Day • Religion Panel- Social Justice Committee • 7th Annual Interdisciplinary Conference • Chicago-based playwright and actress RohinaMalik and human rights activist Stephen Wessler Present
“Dealing with grief during a season of celebration” December 23, 2012 Dr. Christine Kennedy in The Tribune Star • Kristeller, J. L. and Rapgay, L. (2013). Buddhism: A Blend of Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology. In Kenneth Pargament. APA Handbook of Psychology, Religion, and Spirituality. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association Press. Vol. 1. • Johnson, T. (2013). Addiction and the Search for the Sacred: Religion, Spirituality, and the Origins and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders. In Kenneth Pargament. APA Handbook of Psychology, Religion, and Spirituality. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association Press. Vol. 2. Recent Accomplishments
The Institute for Community Sustainability-Brown Bag Series • Center for Health, Wellness, and Life-Enrichment • Interprofessional Collaborative Practice • Care for the Caregiver • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workshop • Wellness Symposium (with Union Hospital, and ISU Wellness, and Applied Health Sciences) UP Collaborative Programs
Campus Ministries- Brown Bag Series • College of Education- Ethics course Fall 2013 Dr. Mary Howard-Hamilton, Dr. Kandace Hinton, and Dr. Christine Kennedy • Using the narrative of Black women writers • The Community Semester- The Cognitive, Spiritual, and Neural Effects of Aging: Challenges and Opportunities • Contemplative Garden • Meditation Group ISU/ Community Collaborative Programs
“ ISU/ Community Collaborative Programs
Islamic Center of Terre Haute • Saudi Student Association • Hebrew Congregation of Terre Haute • Maple Center for Integrative Health • Union Hospital • Rotary of Terre Haute • Sisters of Providence • Johns Hopkins School of Nursing • Loyola University Maryland • Minority Health Coalition of Vigo County • ISU Yoga and Meditation Club • Thubten Norbu Ling Buddhist Center of Santa Fe • Hospice of the Wabash Valley CSHRS Partners