As pastors and ministry leaders, you are often privileged to walk alongside people through grief, anxiety, conflict, and life's most difficult moments. This Lunch & Learn is designed to provide practical, compassionate tools for understanding how stress, anxiety, and trauma affect both ourselves and those we serve.

Together, we'll explore the nervous system through a trauma-informed lens and learn simple, practical ways to become a calming, supportive presence in everyday ministry.

Topics Include:

• Understanding the difference between stress, anxiety, and trauma

• How the nervous system influences thoughts, emotions, and behavior

• Recognizing signs of dysregulation in ourselves and others

• Practical ways to become a more regulated, compassionate presence

• Caring for yourself while caring for others

• Simple grounding and regulation practices you can begin using immediately

Whether you're supporting your congregation, your staff, your family, or yourself, you'll leave with greater understanding, practical tools, and renewed encouragement for ministry.

Presented by Linda Mabe, M.Ed., LMFT, EMDRIA Certified Therapist, who has more than 25 years of experience providing counseling to individuals, couples, and families. Linda specializes in trauma, anxiety, relationships, and nervous system regulation, integrating evidence-based practices with compassionate, whole-person care.

This event is free, and lunch will be provided.