For many Christians, the Eucharist is the centre of worship. It is familiar, rhythmic, embodied. Bread is taken, blessed, broken, and given. Wine is poured. Words are spoken: “This is my body, broken for you.” Yet for those living with trauma, particularly complex or relational trauma, the Eucharist can be both deeply healing and deeply triggering. It speaks of broken bodies, poured-out blood, betrayal, suffering, and death. It is profoundly physical. It is intimate. It can e

Introduction This post aims to delve into how trauma-informed care can be woven into church practices to foster healing and prevention....

Faith, religious and spiritual issues are often present in issues of trauma. Leading to more and more survivors of trauma turning to the...