Call for Papers – WCCAHSTIE 2027, Paris

World Conference on Catholic Art and Heritage, Sacramental Theology and Interfaith Exchange

Submit a paper Register as listener Pay the fee

Conference date

13–14 Feb 2027

Paris, France

Paper deadline: 12 Jan 2027
Registration closes: 24 Jan 2027

WRFER invites researchers, academicians, industry professionals and students to submit original research papers for the World Conference on Catholic Art and Heritage, Sacramental Theology and Interfaith Exchange (WCCAHSTIE 2027), scheduled for 13–14 February 2027 in Paris, France.

The conference welcomes research contributions across the following session tracks, encouraging knowledge sharing, interdisciplinary collaboration and the exchange of innovative ideas.

Call for papers

WCCAHSTIE 2027 conference topics

Original research papers, abstracts, case studies and review papers in World Conference on Catholic Art and Heritage, Sacramental Theology and Interfaith Exchange are welcome. Topics include, but are not limited to:

1Exploring Catholic Art's Theological Dimensions

Interpreting sacramental symbolism in Catholic art
Art's role in theology and spiritual experience
Theological implications of artistic representation

2Heritage Preservation in a Global Context

Challenges in preserving Catholic heritage worldwide
Case studies on successful heritage conservation
Impact of globalization on religious art heritage

3Interfaith Dialogue Through Artistic Expressions

Art as a medium for interfaith understanding
Examining cross-cultural religious art exchanges
Challenges in interfaith artistic collaborations

4Contemporary Practices in Catholic Art

Innovations in sacred art and design
Role of digital media in contemporary Catholic art
Artistic responses to modern theological questions

5Catholic Art and Social Justice

Artistic engagement with social justice issues
The role of art in community-building and outreach
Exploring art's impact in advocacy and activism

Papers must be original and not published or under review elsewhere. Submission guidelines

Plan your participation

Important dates for WCCAHSTIE 2027

Paper submission deadline 12 January 2027 Open
Last date of registration 24 January 2027
Conference 13–14 February 2027

The conference schedule mail is sent by the conference coordinator after the last date of registration. Do not book tickets or hotels before you receive it.

Key dates