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When trauma strikes, it doesn’t just wound. It disorients. Many women in our churches feel spiritually exiled—cut off from God, community, and even their sense of identity. As helpers, how do we walk with them when the path is unclear and the pain feels unspeakable? In this breakout, you’ll learn how Scripture frames trauma through the lens of exile and how the gospel meets women in their wilderness. The speakers will consider the dislocating nature of trauma, how to minister through presence rather than pressure, and what it looks like to offer safety without silence. You’ll hear about practical ways to invite pastors and church leaders to engage trauma stories with compassion.

This talk by Darby Strickland was recorded at the 2026 Gospel Coalition Women’s Conference.