A Small World

Nearly half of all children have experienced a traumatic event in their lives. These experiences have the potential of altering the ways children view the world and themselves, and these impacts can last well into adulthood. However, this is not the end of the story. Communities and supports can and do provide care that can shift outcomes and change lives. In this presentation, we will define trauma and its effects and learn resources and ways of being to build resilience and hope.

This webinar was hosted by Church of the Brethren Discipleship and Leadership Formation.

About the Presenter:

Jon-Erik (J.E.) Misz, MDiv, LCSW lives in Goshen, IN, where he works as a licensed clinical social worker and clinical supervisor in a community mental health center. He holds a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and a Master of Divinity from Duke University. Some of his favorite people in the world have experienced mental illness, and he views their presence in our church communities as a true gift. He is a member of Waterford Mennonite Church, where his wife, Katie, serves on the pastoral team. Jon-Erik is a board member and field associate for ADN.