How the Church Can Heal: Healing Intergenerational Trauma Through Trauma-Informed Discipleship

Authors

Jasmine Fraser, Andrews University
Lelis Viera Gonzalez, Andrews University
Dawn Morton, Andrews University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-2024

Abstract

Intergenerational (inherited) trauma is relational in nature. Basically, it is the transmission of physical, emotional, psychological, cultural, and historical wounds from one generation to another. Understanding the impact of intergenerational trauma on relationships, particularly parent–child relationships, has implications for promoting functional and positive intergenerational connections. The study will examine the effects of intergenerational trauma on an individual's well-being and suggest approaches for best practices in formal and nonformal contexts of teaching for discipleship.

Journal Title

Christian Education Journal: Research on Educational Ministry

Volume

21

Issue

1

First Page

60

Last Page

75

DOI

10.1177/07398913241261388

First Department

Discipleship and Religious Education

Recommended Citation

Fraser, Jasmine; Gonzalez, Lelis Viera; and Morton, Dawn, "How the Church Can Heal: Healing Intergenerational Trauma Through Trauma-Informed Discipleship" (2024). Faculty Publications. 5465.
https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/pubs/5465