Fuller scholars and other experts explore the dynamics of narcissism and trauma in the context of church and ministry—as well as what hopeful and healing ministry and mission can look like in such spaces today.
Christin J. Fort and Brad D. Strawn explore toxic narcissism in both clergy and congregations, as well as the hopeful way forward found in the formation and practice of humility.
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Sylvia Garcia, Marisol De Jesus-Perez, Leo Ayala, and Alexia Salvatierra reflect on mental health in the context of the Latino/a community and on improving holistic well-being for all.
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Steve Argue, Ana Dolores, and Caleb Roose describe the ways communities and congregations can effectively walk with young adults during seasons of transition.
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Amy Drennan and Brad D. Strawn consider how our own work of self-regulation can help hold space for others who are anxious and dysregulated in polarized and contentious contexts.
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Michael Argumaniz-Hardin and Collin Cornell explore the key principles of self-esteem and consider self-esteem and individual value from a scriptural lens.
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Brad D. Strawn and Christin J. Fort recap the presentations and lectures of the 2024 Integration Symposium’s first day and facilitate a Q&A.
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Cynthia Eriksson, Lisseth Rojas-Flores, and David C. Wang explain trauma-informed ministry and reflect on experiences and case studies of such work in various contexts.
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Julie Tai and Brad D. Strawn consider how we might make the church a grounding place in a polarized, chaotic, and increasingly complex world.
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Tina Armstrong, Dinisha Mingo, and Jordan Rollerson share strategies of tackling chronic stress and enhancing holistic well-being for both personal and professional contexts.
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Jessica ChenFeng and Daniel D. Lee reflect on the microaggressions and trauma associated with the Asian American experience and on how healing might be found in our particular contexts.
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Andrea Cammarota and Kevin Doi lead a workshop on designing spiritual retreats as healing spaces for those who’ve experienced trauma.
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In the final session of the 2024 Integration Symposium, presenters recap the conference and engage in a panel discussion and Q&A.
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Fuller’s School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy’s 2024 Integration Symposium centered on the theme “Integration of Psychology & Theology for Ministry & Mission in an Age of Narcissism & Trauma.” Learn more about the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy and its programs here.