Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Hosts 9th Annual Interfaith Health & Wellness Summit at Lucas Oil Stadium

Local faith leaders, health experts and community advocates gather September 16 to focus on Shared Strength in community health and wellness

WHAT: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield will host the 9th Annual Interfaith Health & Wellness Summit at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. This year’s theme, Shared Strength, highlights how faith leaders, health experts, community organizations and advocates can work together to support the health and wellness of communities across Indiana.

The Summit will feature an interfaith panel discussion, a resource fair with local health and wellness organizations, a Community Star Award presentation, and a keynote address by Dr. Leah Gunning Francis, Senior Vice President and Chief Mission and Values Officer at IU Health.

The program will also honor Deana Andrew, founder of Hub of Hope, with the Community Star Award for her extraordinary grassroots leadership in suicide prevention and mental health advocacy.

WHERE: Lucas Oil Stadium – Quarterback Suite

500 S. Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46225

WHEN: Tuesday, September 16, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

WHO:

• Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

• Reverend Erin Hougland, Center for Interfaith Cooperation (Moderator)

• Interfaith Panelists: Alan Bercovits, MD, FAAFP; Dr. Marilyn Gill; Nabiha Mahmood; Mahesh Goel, MD

• Keynote: Dr. Leah Gunning Francis, PhD, IU Health

• Emcee: Matt Taylor, Voice of the Colts

• Resource Fair Participants: NAMI Indiana, Joy’s House, Marion County Public Health Department, Meals on Wheels, Ascension St. Vincent, Alzheimer’s Association, Franciscan Health, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging and Community, and more

WHY: The 9th Annual Interfaith Health & Wellness Summit provides a platform for diverse voices to collaborate, share resources, and reimagine whole-person care: body, mind, and spirit. By connecting faith communities with health organizations, the Summit aims to spark meaningful dialogue, foster partnerships, and build stronger, healthier communities across Indiana.