PLENARY: How to Engage the Church as a Partner in the Work of Sexual Discipleship Engaging the church in the work of sexual discipleship is difficult work. Engaging pastors seems to be even more challenging. And to be clear — it’s not that pastors are uninterested or unwilling to help. Rather, they are just incredibly … Read more
PLENARY: The Problem of Sin Its Impact on Healing and the Gospel-Centered Path to Recovery In addressing sexual issues, Christian counselors, coaches, and pastors face a profound challenge: sin. Sin is not only the root cause of brokenness but also a significant barrier to true recovery, healing, and relational repair. This talk explores the critical … Read more
Virtualized: The Effects of the Tech Revolution on Sexual Identity The technological revolution offers control over our sexuality through “advancements” ranging from contraception and abortion to “gender-affirming” surgeries that promise to liberate us from the constraints of natural biology. Its effects have resulted in a profound dissociation from our bodies, from others, and ultimately from … Read more
The Power of Narrative in Healing the Impacts of Addiction and Betrayal This presentation will explore how the stories we tell about our selves and our relationships hold incredible power to both harm and heal. Often these stories are born out of our pain and rarely capture the true complexity of our experiences. During this … Read more
Going Deeper for Betrayed Partners: Discovering Heal Through the Inner Child Healing from being sexually betrayed leaves some people trapped in a negative cycle for years or decades. For many, the struggle is not only about the present pain but is rooted in past traumas and neglect. These old wounds intensify they current betrayal making … Read more
Sex, Shame, Addiction and the Church Drawing on brand new research, Cat and Cindy will present Shame Containment Theory, applying it to sex addiction and betrayal. This session includes an interactive workshop, considering the ways in which ‘the church’ experiences shame responses around difficult topics like sex, addiction and betrayal and the common strategies used … Read more
Healthy Collaboration between Pastors & Counselors: Linking Arms in the Wake of Sexual Betrayal This presentation will explore the vital relationship needed between church leaders and counselors following sexual betrayal, drawing on firsthand experiences of an experienced professional counselor. Discussion topics include collaboration around managing the initial crisis, assessing individual, couple and congregation needs, and … Read more
Healing Professionals Panel Discussion: Exploring and Avoiding Common Mistakes When Helping People Address Sexual Brokenness This panel brings together a counselor, pastor, coach, and lay leader to address critical issues surrounding sexuality and forgiveness within Christianity. Through case studies, scriptural exploration, and open dialogue, the panel will identify common missteps in Christian counseling and ministry while offering redemptive, biblically grounded … Read more
Sexual Discipleship in the Church: An Approach Filled with Truth and Grace Church leaders are faced with serious challenges when it comes to sexual discipleship in the context of their church community. An approach filled with truth alone can create barriers that could stand in the way of people feeling that they can show up … Read more
Not the “D” Word! Supporting those Navigating Divorce Due to Betrayal How do our fears obstruct our ability to support partners considering divorce? We will explore key fears: women’s fears of disbelief, failing their faith, and solitude; and men’s fears of financial strain, exposure, and losing family ties. By having a comprehensive understanding of our … Read more