Sacred Scars: Stories of Religious Trauma and Healing

Sacred Scars: Stories of Religious Trauma and Healing

This podcast delves into the profound and often challenging journey of religious trauma and the transformative process of healing. We provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to share their personal stories, exploring the impact of religious experiences on mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. Throughout our exploration of religious trauma and healing, our goal is to foster understanding, empathy, and growth. We believe in the power of shared stories and hope that, together, we can create a supportive community.

Episodes

May 11, 2024 51 mins

Join in on the conversation of religious trauma and healing with our 6th episode exploring religious trauma, scholar activism, and community organizing with Isabela Rosales, MA. Isabela (she/they) is a PhD. student in the Joint PhD. in the study of Religion at the University of Denver and Iliff School of Theology.


Isabela, identifying as culturally catholic, a part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, a community organizer, and a sch...

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After taking a much-needed vocal rest Sacred Scars is back with another episode!

Join in this conversation where I talk with a friend and colleague of mine, Dennis Saavedra Carquin-Hamichand, MDiv about his doctoral research regarding the very layered struggles regarding high suicide rates in Guyana and how religion, multiple forms of trauma, and mental health play a role in the layers.


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In this brief episode, I'll be exploring only some of the mental health impacts of religious trauma. Also, bear with me for some interesting info!--I recorded this late at night after a long day and I tend to lose my voice later in the day/evening due to VCD.


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This podcast addresses sensitive and potentially activating topics related to religious trauma. We understand that these conversations can be challenging...

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Join the conversation of religious trauma and healing with this discussion on religious trauma, catholicism, healing, and discernment with Shannon Marks, MEd.


About the guest:

Shannon Marks, MEdHaving experienced Catholic education since 1st grade. Shannon hopes to reflect on the healing nature of studying and understanding religion as a form of healing. As they moved forward to teach theology courses at a Catholic high schoo...

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In the second episode, I talk with Kerrick and Mellie both mental health providers working mostly with the LGBTQIA2S+ community about religious trauma, mental health, and trauma healing.


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This podcast addresses sensitive and potentially activating topics related to religious trauma. We understand these conversations can be challenging, and the content may evoke strong emotions. It's important to prioritize your ...

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Join us for our first podcast episode where I discuss religious trauma and politics with Katherine Newell Okojie, MDiv.


You can also follow Katherine on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/minister.of.love/


Or contact her through her website at

KatherineNewell.com


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This podcast addresses sensitive and potentially activating topics related to religious trauma. We understand these conversations can be c...

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