Trauma in the Pews: Why Women Are Leaving the Church | Dr. Scot McKnight

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What happens when the place meant for healing becomes the place of harm? In this episode of The Chick Report, Dr. Sandra Glahn talks with Dr. Scot McKnight about trauma in the church, why so many women no longer feel safe in the pews, and what it takes for congregations to move from trauma-aware to trauma-safe. Discover: Why trauma isn't an event but a response and how churches keep re-wounding the people they're called to heal How everyday church practices (a sermon, a seating arrangement, a casual dismissal) can drop someone straight into the trauma zone Why Jesus' ministry in Matthew 8–9 is a masterclass in seeing the overlooked and what that means for pastoral care today Follow for more…