In her lecture “The Polyphonic Psalter: Migration in the Psalms,” Noemi Palomares, Boston College graduate student, reflects on migration as a key theme of the Psalms and on God as a God of refuge. In January 2020, the School of Theology hosted the conference “The Bible on the Move: Towards a Biblical Theology of Migration / La Biblia del camino: hacia una teología bíblica de la migración.” Considering what the Bible has to say about migration, Biblical scholars and experts gathered to discuss today’s migration crisis and the church’s response.

In his lecture “Fear and Loathing in the Levant,” Casey A. Strine, lecturer in ancient Near Eastern history and literature at the University of Sheffield, considers what we can learn about migration from King David’s experience as an asylum seeker and refugee. In January 2020, the School of Theology hosted the conference “The Bible on the Move: Towards a Biblical Theology of Migration / La Biblia del camino: hacia una teología bíblica de la migración.” Considering what the Bible has to say about migration, Biblical scholars and experts gathered to discuss today’s migration crisis and the church’s response.

In her lecture “’Without Ruth’: The Transformative and Liberating Blessing of the Immigrant,” Denise Flanders, assistant professor of biblical studies at Taylor University, considers how the Book of Ruth helps us see immigrants not as threats to our communities but as liberators. In January 2020, the School of Theology hosted the conference “The Bible on the Move: Towards a Biblical Theology of Migration / La Biblia del camino: hacia una teología bíblica de la migración.” Considering what the Bible has to say about migration, Biblical scholars and experts gathered to discuss today’s migration crisis and the church’s response.

Seanita Scott, PhD student, responds to Thema Bryant-Davis’s lecture “Wisdom from Womanist Psychology: Integrating Art, Spirit, Activism, and Community.” The Fuller Symposium on the Integration of Psychology and Theology is the annual conference held by the School of Psychology. The 2020 conference, “Holistic Healing and Wellness: Mind, Body, and Spirit,” featured Thema Bryant-Davis, associate professor of psychology at Pepperdine University and ordained minister in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Her lectures, and the faculty and student responses to each, explored contemplative practices and their transformative impact, interpersonal trauma and recovery, and the holistic approach of womanist psychology.

Daniel D. Lee, assistant provost for the Center for Asian American Theology and Ministry and assistant professor of theology and Asian American ministry, responds to Thema Bryant-Davis’s lecture “Wisdom from Womanist Psychology: Integrating Art, Spirit, Activism, and Community.” The Fuller Symposium on the Integration of Psychology and Theology is the annual conference held by the School of Psychology. The 2020 conference, “Holistic Healing and Wellness: Mind, Body, and Spirit,” featured Thema Bryant-Davis, associate professor of psychology at Pepperdine University and ordained minister in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Her lectures, and the faculty and student responses to each, explored contemplative practices and their transformative impact, interpersonal trauma and recovery, and the holistic approach of womanist psychology.

Thema Bryant-Davis, psychologist and ordained minister, discusses womanist psychology, holistic healing, and the transformative impact of contemplative practices. She emphasizes cultural humility, self-definition, and spirituality, challenging harmful narratives and advocating for inclusive therapy approaches.

Robert Craig, a PhD student, discusses trauma interventions, the impact of trauma on beliefs in God, and the importance of respecting clients' emotions in therapy. The podcast delves into biblical narratives of trauma, innovative healing interventions, and the holistic approach of womanist psychology.

Carly Crouch, Old Testament Professor, discusses trauma in the book of Jeremiah, exploring the challenges of interpreting trauma in biblical traditions and connecting personal experiences to community struggles. The podcast delves into the complexities of trauma responses within the text, highlighting victim coping mechanisms, self-blame theology, and the impact of interpretations on agency and well-being.

Thema Bryant-Davis, psychology professor and minister, discusses interpersonal trauma and the Bible. Topics include trauma recovery, cultural awareness, self-care, and addressing child abuse. She explores healing through biblical stories like Hagar's, self-worth, forgiveness, and the role of the body in mental health.

Denette Boyd-King, PhD student, responds to Thema Bryant-Davis’s lecture “The Therapeutic Role of Contemplative Practice: Christian Mindfulness and Embodied Healing.” The Fuller Symposium on the Integration of Psychology and Theology is the annual conference held by the School of Psychology. The 2020 conference, “Holistic Healing and Wellness: Mind, Body, and Spirit,” featured Thema Bryant-Davis, associate professor of psychology at Pepperdine University and ordained minister in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Her lectures, and the faculty and student responses to each, explored contemplative practices and their transformative impact, interpersonal trauma and recovery, and the holistic approach of womanist psychology.