Personal experiences of Crisis, Loss and Trauma are common in all countries throughout the world. In addition to first-hand experiences, many have witnessed unsettling or terrifying events. Even hearing descriptions of these events can cause Vicarious (indirect) Trauma, also known as Secondary Trauma. These traumas may have occurred in our homes or in a wider context in our lives and ministry around the world. These may include violence; infectious disease pandemics; childhood injuries; abuse; rape; military conscription; missionary relocation; devastating illness, including mental illness; spiritual oppression; slavery; gender identify confusion; suicide; terror; war; genocide; torture; physical, sexual, emotional, or spiritual abuse; demonic witchcraft; human trafficking; kidnapping; organ theft; and child sacrifice, among others. Sometimes traumatic events in our past can re-surface in the stresses of cultural adjustment. Our God desires lovingly to heal injuries, to restore the innocence of the ones sinned against, and to provide inner strength, peace and well-being.

Presenters:

Rev Dr Margaret Short – Speaker/minister on trauma-informed care, suicide, global adverse childhood experiences, and healing in the power of the Holy Spirit. Anglican Diocese of the Southwest; International Chaplain for the world-wide Order of the Daughters of the King®; SOMA/USA Board Member; long- and short-term missioner in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Europe

Dr Isaac Orec, MD - Anglican Diocese of West Lango, Uganda; Diocesan Health Coordinator; Diocesan Evangelist for The Order of the Daughters of the King®; Leader in Medicine, Public Health, and Community Empowerment

Mrs. Pamela Runyon - Anglican missions representative within the Anglican Diocese of the Carolinas; short-term missioner in Latin America, Europe, and Africa and former President for the world-wide Order of the Daughters of the King®.