In this episode of In The Waves, I talk with Rev. Becca Stevens about the healing power of community and what a trauma-informed theology looks like. We explore the image of God as sexual trauma survivor, and how God bears witness to our trauma, believes our stories, and says “Me too.” 

TW: In our conversation, we cover topics including sexual assault and rape, so please care for yourself well.

Becca Stevens is a speaker, justice entrepreneur, author, priest, and founder and President of Thistle Farms, a home for survivors of prostitution and exploitation to experience healing in community. She has been featured on PBS NewsHour, The Today Show, CNN, ABC World News, named a CNN Hero, and White House Champion of Change, holds five honorary doctorates, and raised over $75M in funding for justice initiatives. Drawn from 25 years of leadership in mission-driven work, Becca leads important conversations across the country with an inspiring message that love is the strongest force for change in the world. For more information, visit thistlefarms.org or follow Becca on social media @beccastevens.

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