The public is invited to a special Symposium on Christ and Trauma at Wheaton College on September 11th from 6 to 9 pm in Barrows Auditorium. Featured experts for the free event include Rachael Denhollander, Jacob Denhollander, and Dr. Preston Hill. More info: ow.ly/KeX350PAYVX

Are you a parent, caregiver, or someone who ministers to children? Download our free Family Activity Kit. In this biblically-based, research-backed, & trauma-informed kit, you'll get games, activities, scriptures, prayers (& more) to help build resilience: spiritualfirstaid.org/family-activit…

Feeling overwhelmed by the mental health challenges around you? Join Jamie Aten and me at the FREE virtual Church Mental Health Summit on October 10. Find peer support, strengthen your leadership, and learn to serve others more confidently: churchmentalhealthsummit.com

We have a new Twitter account for Spiritual First Aid. Follow to find out about free weekly resources to help you serve & support those (of any age) who are in distress. This week, we're giving away a Family Activity Kit.

For a new #BetterSamaritanpodcast episode, Jenn & Josh Hook discuss with us the realities, challenges, & triumphs of families in foster care and adoption. We also talk about Replanted & trauma-informed support for those families: ow.ly/tQ6q50PEwWl

Our prayers can make a real difference for hurting people--so we’re sharing a free downloadable Field Guide on "10 Ways To Pray for Trauma Survivors." We hope this resource blesses you as you share Christ’s comfort and love with those who need it most: spiritualfirstaid.org/pray-for-traum…

Great being with you kate shellnutt and the rest of the CT team!

Join Jamie Aten and me for a conversation about the challenging world of disaster relief on a new episode of our #TheBetterSamaritan podcast featuring Brent Davis, Director of Canadian Ministry Projects for Samaritan's Purse: ow.ly/fPqu50PJrtm

Want to reflect on God's heart for those in distress and grow in compassion for others (and yourself)? If so, we invite you to download and print our FREE 28-day Spiritual First Aid Responder Journal: spiritualfirstaid.org/sfa-responder-…

For the latest #theBetterSamaritan podcast episode, Jamie Aten and I sit down with Laura Howe of Hope Made Strong to address the crucial role of the Church in addressing mental health issues, particularly in the wake of the pandemic. Listen now: ow.ly/C8SF50PLHRk

I'm excited about this free event on October 10. Hope you and your team/colleagues will join us to be inspired and equipped to meet mental health needs in your community and congregation. Jamie Aten and I will be doing a session on Spiritual First Aid.

Wondering how to care well for mental health needs in your church? Join the 6500+ people from 100+ countries who've signed up for the FREE virtual #ChurchMentalHealthSummit on 9/10. Jamie Aten and I are speaking on "Spiritual First Aid: Simple, Practical Ways to BLESS Others."

Want to help meet the ever-growing number of mental health needs? Join the thousands of leaders already registered for the FREE online Church Mental Health Summit on 10/10. Jamie Aten and I are leading a session on Spiritual First Aid. Find out more: churchmentalhealthsummit.com

In the newest #TheBetterSamaritan episode, Jamie Aten and I sat down with Preston Hill, assistant professor of integrative theology at Richmont Graduate University. Listen in for a thoughtful exploration of trauma, theology, spiritual hurt, & healing: ow.ly/PJOZ50PS6T5

Thank you to The Associated Press News reporter Giovanna Dell'Orto for her excellent article on clergy mental health, which mentions tomorrow's free online Church Mental Health Summit: ow.ly/f1WH50PUP4L It's not too late--join the 10,000 people already signed up: churchmentalhealthsummit.com

Working with children? Our free "Helping Children Cope with Traumatic Events" booklet gives guidance for parents, family members, teachers, clergy, & volunteers on how to support children who've experienced trauma. It's now available in seven languages: spiritualfirstaid.org/helping-childr…

Want to foster change in your organization but not sure where to start? For #TheBetterSamaritan podcast, Jamie Aten and I sat down with our good friend Dr. Margaret Diddams to discuss the art of innovation in (and the spiritual aspects of) leadership: ow.ly/jaoj50Q5bBZ

Our team is grateful to Matt Cain of Samaritan's Purse, who visited HDI earlier this month to lead a special learning session on "Humanitarian Logistics & Spiritual Impacts in an Emergency Disaster Response." [Learn more about our MA/HDL degree: ow.ly/TP1L50Qcgzq]

The latest #theBetterSamaritan podcast episode features World Vision's Johnathan Dahlager and HDI's own Joy Lee on navigating a humanitarian/justice vocation and calling. Listen now for insights that will equip you to take steps toward an impactful career: ow.ly/uilJ50QcH6t

We had a great time at our HDI Christmas party the other night. Thankful for our team & students & the chance to gather in fellowship.