Rev. Tiffany Sapp and Justin Ridley, Director of Religious Education, will be leading a workshop focused on Religious Trauma at HVUUC on February 4, 2024, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm.

Are you curious about connections between religion and trauma? The evolving field of religious trauma is one that I have been exploring for the past six months, and my biggest take away so far is this – religious trauma is trauma. As such, there are a number of things we can do to raise awareness, combat stigma, and create spaces for healing. My own journey with religious trauma has spurred my curiosity in this field and sparked a desire to help our community as well.

Rev. Tiffany and I are developing a workshop to engage with anyone that has religious trauma, is curious about religious trauma, and would like to learn more about techniques for healing from religious trauma. The workshop will be a combination of didactic learning, small group sharing, and trauma related exercises. All are welcome who wish to explore, learn, and heal their own journey of religious trauma in a safe covenantal space.

The workshop will take place on Sunday, February 4, after the service beginning at 1 pm and ending at 3 pm. A light lunch will be provided beforehand. Please register before January 31, by emailing me at dre@hvuuc.org as spaces may be limited.