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Oral (LUO Remote) - Textual or Investigative
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This study explores the importance and impact of congregational community within the framework of the local church in supporting individuals through trauma recovery. Through the application of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) (2014) key principles of trauma-informed practice into current empirical literature, a faith centered approach is identified and analyzed (Singer, 2024). This research addresses important psychological principles such as trauma response and trauma-informed care. Studies such as Simpson (2021) and ter Kuile and Ehring (2014) show that a majority of pastoral care revolves around trauma issues. Therefore, it is imperative that the local church structure ministry with this in mind. A theological foundation is necessary in order to present textual evidence rooted in Scripture that outlines the importance of faith-based practices and community in trauma recovery. This investigation seeks to uncover practical strategies churches can utilize to build a culture of compassion and empathy. It will also aim to develop a community care strategy to offer support and resources for individuals in need. This study explores the pivotal role of congregational community within the local church in fostering trauma recovery through the integration of trauma-informed principles, empirical evidence, and a faith-centered approach. In tandem, this study seeks to answer the following research questions: 1) How do faith-centered approaches, rooted in Scripture, complement and enhance trauma recovery efforts within congregational communities of local churches?; 2) How do individuals who have experienced trauma perceive the support and resources offered by their congregational community in the local church context?; 3) What practical strategies can local churches implement to strengthen their congregational community and better support individuals in trauma recovery?
The Trauma-Informed Church: An Investigative Study on Congregational Community in Trauma Recovery
Oral (LUO Remote) - Textual or Investigative
This study explores the importance and impact of congregational community within the framework of the local church in supporting individuals through trauma recovery. Through the application of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) (2014) key principles of trauma-informed practice into current empirical literature, a faith centered approach is identified and analyzed (Singer, 2024). This research addresses important psychological principles such as trauma response and trauma-informed care. Studies such as Simpson (2021) and ter Kuile and Ehring (2014) show that a majority of pastoral care revolves around trauma issues. Therefore, it is imperative that the local church structure ministry with this in mind. A theological foundation is necessary in order to present textual evidence rooted in Scripture that outlines the importance of faith-based practices and community in trauma recovery. This investigation seeks to uncover practical strategies churches can utilize to build a culture of compassion and empathy. It will also aim to develop a community care strategy to offer support and resources for individuals in need. This study explores the pivotal role of congregational community within the local church in fostering trauma recovery through the integration of trauma-informed principles, empirical evidence, and a faith-centered approach. In tandem, this study seeks to answer the following research questions: 1) How do faith-centered approaches, rooted in Scripture, complement and enhance trauma recovery efforts within congregational communities of local churches?; 2) How do individuals who have experienced trauma perceive the support and resources offered by their congregational community in the local church context?; 3) What practical strategies can local churches implement to strengthen their congregational community and better support individuals in trauma recovery?
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