Feeling Unwelcome at Church: Episode 819

Published: Oct. 12, 2023, 6 a.m.

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When you\\u2019re ignored or unwelcome at church, plus dating after trauma, and should you date someone who\\u2019s recently divorced?

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Featured musical artist:\\xa0Danen Kane\\xa0

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Roundtable: When People at Church Ignore You\\xa0

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Have you ever visited a church only to have no one shake your hand or say hello? Maybe you haven\\u2019t been included in conversation, asked a question, or invited to participate. Most of us have faced some version of this. When it happens, what should you do? Walk out the door forever, snub people in return, or try something else? We talk about the awkward and disappointing effects of not feeling welcome at church, and offer suggestions for how to handle it short- and long-term.\\xa0

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Leave Us a Voicemail

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Culture: Dating After You\\u2019ve Experienced Trauma

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Whether it\\u2019s childhood trauma, circumstantial trauma or trauma related specifically to a past relationship, picking yourself up and moving on is no easy task. How do you know you\\u2019re ready to date after such an experience or season? Counselors Angel Perez and Kari Aho have experienced trauma and currently counsel many clients navigating these tricky waters. They\\u2019ll define trauma, suggest first steps, identify roadblocks, and outline healthy ways to re-enter the dating scene.

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\\xa0From Trauma to Transformation: A Path to Healing and Growth\\xa0

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Inbox: What If He\\u2019s Been Divorced?\\xa0

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She discovered that the guy she\\u2019s dating was recently divorced. Where does she go from here, and what does she need to know? Counselor Kari Aho weighs in, sharing how she addressed this when dating her husband.\\xa0\\xa0

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Link to Counseling Services

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