The Overcomers with Matt Chandler Caring Well for Others
Aug 12, 2025
In a thought-provoking discussion, Adam Paa, a social worker and Director of Redemptive Care at The Village Church, and Summer Vinson Berger, Executive Director of Care, delve into the complexities of pastoral care. They share insights on the importance of owning past failures and rebuilding a care framework focused on humility and healing. Topics include the integration of psychology and gospel, the messy realities of recovery, and how churches can better respond to trauma. Their heartfelt advice encourages both leaders and those seeking care to embrace vulnerability and seek authentic support.
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Owning A Major Failure
- In 2015 The Village Church botched a major care case and discovered many other failures in shepherding.
- Matt Chandler says they owned the failures publicly and began rethinking church care systems.
What Redemptive Care Means
- Redemptive care is a deeper, targeted form of church care for people whose lives need more than everyday encouragement.
- Matt Chandler calls it the tow truck for people whose 'check engine' light is on.
Provide Multiple Care Entry Points
- Offer multiple entry points: open recovery nights, curriculum-based care groups, and trained one-on-one care advocates.
- Train lay care advocates through an 'Art of Care' course and use registered groups for focused issues.