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Coping With Disaster

Natural disasters deeply impact us. People often feel helpless or overwhelmed in the wake of their destruction.

This page provides resources for those who are looking for a way to deal with grief and for anyone to reach out to those affected by natural disaster.

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If you need guidance and encouragement, we have a staff of licensed, professional counselors who offer a one-time complimentary consultation from a Christian perspective. They can also refer you to counselors in your area for ongoing assistance.

Reach a counselor toll-free at 1-855-771-HELP (4357).

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Resources

  • Walking With God Through Pain and Suffering – Timothy Keller shows that there is meaning and reason behind our pain and suffering, making a forceful and ground-breaking case that this essential part of the human experience can be overcome only by understanding our relationship with God.
  • Recovering From Losses in Life – H. Norman Wright tackles tough issues such as the meaning of grief, blaming God, and learning how to express yourself and share your pain in times of loss.
  • How Can Pain and Suffering Be Good? – What happens when, in the wake of some apparently senseless tragedy, life seems meaningless and the future looks absolutely bleak?
  • Where is God in the Midst of All My Troubles? – Where is God? Does He know, or are my prayers heard only by the wall? Is He near, or somewhere distant, only watching? If you hurt enough to ask such questions, you deserve an answer.
  • Understanding and Coping with Trauma – Each person affected by trauma experiences his or her own unique reactions and symptoms.
  • Why Does God Allow Suffering? – The real question is not “Why doesn’t God do something?” It’s “How did the world get into such a mess in the first place?”
  • How Can I Help My Child Cope With Disaster and Trauma? – You have to be prepared for ups and downs and emotional setbacks. Meanwhile, there are some things you can do to help your kids face their immediate situation with courage and confidence.
  • How Can Our Church Reach Out to Victims of Disaster and Trauma? – Effective ministry involves a willingness and an ability to enter into the feelings and experiences of other people. It’s important to realize that there is no quick and easy way to reach out to victims of natural disasters and other tragedies.
  • Understanding the Grieving Process – Everyone works through grief differently. Some are instantly devastated; others feel numb and disconnected. Some withdraw socially, while others reach out for support.
  • Helping Loved Ones Grieve – Watching someone you care about experience loss is inevitable. Knowing how to respond when it happens can make a memorable difference.
  • Seeking God in Hard Times – Psychologist Dr. John Townsend explores the idea that God allows suffering in our lives in order to help us grow spiritually, and points to Christ as the ultimate source of hope in dark times.

Additional Reading

Ideas for Church Outreach to Victims of Trauma and Tragedy

How can our church minister most effectively to victims of disaster and trauma? I’m the pastor of a small congregation in a mid-size town. Over the past month our community has been devastated by a terrible flood. Many families in this area have endured the loss of their homes, interruption of work and school, loss of income, physical deprivation, and overwhelming anxiety about the future. What can we do as the Body of Christ to address some of these needs?

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Recovering Emotionally From a Traumatic Experience

How can I find healing from the effects of disaster and trauma? Over the past month our community has been devastated by a terrible flood. The impact to my family has included the loss of our home, interruption of work and school, loss of income, physical deprivation, and overwhelming anxiety about the future. Now that the immediate danger is past and our present needs have been provided for (we’re staying with family in another city), I’m beginning to realize that we’re going to be coping with the emotional and psychological effects of this disaster for a long time to come. Can you help me get a handle on that process?

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Helping Children Cope Emotionally After Traumatic Events and Experiences

How can I make sure that my children will recover from the emotional impact of disaster and trauma? I’m especially concerned about the long-term effects. Over the past month our community has been devastated by a terrible flood. The impact to my family has included the loss of our home, interruption of work and school, loss of income, physical deprivation, and overwhelming anxiety about the future. The immediate danger is past, but I realize that we’re going to be coping with the emotional and psychological effects of this disaster for a long time to come. How can I help my kids get beyond this traumatic experience?

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