This event will introduce pastors, ministry leaders, and others who seek restoration to Soul Mending: Healing into Wholeness, Julia Pferdehirt's book on understanding hurt, harm, and trauma, and how to apply solid counseling tools to change fear- and trauma-driven ways of thinking and acting. The book encourages one to meet Jesus through “Immanuel Prayer” to receive deep healing of the broken places in our souls that undermine and confuse our thoughts, decisions, emotions, and identities.

The book will be discussed by an experienced panel of spiritual practitioners consisting of: Bonnie Bjerre, Moraga Valley Presbyterian Church, Paul Conti, spiritual director, Malia McKinney, Reality SF, Tim Svoboda, Youth with a Mission San Francisco (YWAM-SF). Naisa Wong, spiritual director, will moderate the conversation and an audience Q&A. Soul Mending will be available for purchase.

Registration: Free

Location: Grace Fellowship Community Church, 94103
Free parking: Mission High parking lot (entrance on Dolores Street near 17th)

Refreshments will be provided.

About Julia Pferdehirt

Julia is an author, educator, and professional storyteller. Born in the Midwest, she moved to San Francisco in 2013 to follow her passion: working with women seeking healing and change, including survivors of abuse and domestic violence. She has also served as the Director of Healing and Women’s Ministry with Because Justice Matters, a ministry of YWAM-SF.