Is this event appropriate to bring my children along to?

Probably not. Matthew will be touching on childhood trauma. We think this event would be appropriate for those aged 16+

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Friday, 29 August

The Gospel & Trauma: Ministering to Sufferers

UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

Come join us as we explore how to bring the healing power of the gospel to those who have experienced trauma in their lives.

By Emmett Street Community Church

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Emmett St Community Church

106 Emmett Street Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8013 New Zealand

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About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

"The Gospel and Trauma: Ministering to Sufferers."

We will explore how the church can become a safe and healing refuge for those carrying hidden wounds and invisible scars. Drawing from personal experience and biblical principles, Matthew Spandler-Davison will discuss the importance of the local church in fostering genuine healing and resilience. Discover a comprehensive and relational model for gospel care, rooted in compassion, active listening, service, Scripture, and prayer, equipping you to depend on God as you minister to those impacted by trauma.

About Matthew Spandler Davison

Matthew serves as Ministry Director of Practical Shepherding, leading initiatives that support pastors and strengthen local churches, including Church in Hard Places Cohorts and the Shepherd’s House.

He is a church planter and preaching pastor at Redeemer Fellowship in Bardstown, Kentucky, and co-founder and Executive Director of 20schemes, a church-planting ministry serving Scotland’s poorest communities.

Originally from Stonehaven, Scotland, Matthew has served in the British Coastguard, worked at the Scottish Parliament, and now teaches in the Texas prison system. He holds degrees from the University of Aberdeen and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Matthew and his wife, Tracy, have two daughters.

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Emmett Street Community Church

Emmett Street Community Church is in the heart of Shirley, Christchurch. We are a group of people who love Jesus and who love Shirley. We are committed to making Jesus known in Shirley and beyond because we believe each of us was made to know Him and be known by Him.