{"product_id":"the-uncovery-understanding-the-power-of-community-to-heal-trauma-paperback","title":"The Uncovery: Understanding the Power of Community to Heal Trauma - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eGeorge A. Wood\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eBrit Eaton\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eLacey Sturm\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to Christ-centered recovery, we, the church, have work to do. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOur legalistic, box-checking, one-size-fits-all programs produce astonishingly high failure rates--which means far too many people are left to fight addiction, mental health problems, and suicidal thoughts on their own. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis begs some critical questions of the church: \u003cbr\u003e- Do we really believe transformational recovery and healing is possible? \u003cbr\u003e- Do we really have the right systems and structures to support struggling people? \u003cbr\u003e- Do we really carry a kingdom responsibility to restore people gently? \u003cbr\u003e- Do we really take time to ask God what more He would have us do in the recovery space? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book is for anyone who can't offer a resounding yes and amen to each of those questions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith hearts that beat for those struggling with addictions and mental health issues, authors George A. Wood and Brit Eaton present: \u003cbr\u003e- A critical reframing of the word \"recovery\" and an invitation to answer God's call for more spirit-led, trauma-informed ministry \u003cbr\u003e- Deeper exploration into the origins of addiction, mental health problems, and suicidal thoughts--and the church's responsibility to bring God's healing \u003cbr\u003e- Powerful supernatural testimonies and stories of hope, healing, and life restoration as a result of embracing \u003ci\u003eThe Uncovery\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e- Practical strategies to help Christ-centered recovery leaders bridge the gap between spiritual and scientific communities to better serve struggling people \u003cbr\u003e- A loose and helpful framework for embracing \u003ci\u003eThe Uncovery\u003c\/i\u003e message \u003cbr\u003e- Inspiration for recovery leaders to love and lead in a more inclusive, sacrificial, and Christlike manner while maintaining healthy self-care \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe goal of \u003ci\u003eThe Uncovery\u003c\/i\u003e is to help the church--and the world--see recovery through a grace- laced, gospel lens. Some say recovery is the civil rights movement of our generation because believe it or not, recovery is for everyone. And if that statement bothers you? Recovery might be for you, too. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEvery single one of us has some trauma or issue from our past that may still be affecting our life today. This book offers readers a not-so-subtle nudge to go deeper in the recovery space for a transformative encounter with Father God to heal from those wounds and lead the promised land life He has planned for us.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge A. Wood\u003c\/b\u003e is an ordained minister, pastoral care counselor, recovery ministry founder, and recovery activist. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA former addict and suicide survivor, George has dedicated his life to radically grace-laced, Christ-centered recovery for people struggling with addiction, mental health problems, and suicidal thoughts. \u003cbr\u003eHe works tirelessly to bridge the gap between the spiritual and scientific communities to help people see recovery differently and build a new baseline for trauma-informed care. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA highly charismatic and sought-after teacher and preacher, George has become a nontraditional recovery authority through his radically divergent Timothy Initiative and Sober Truth Project ministries. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Timothy Initiative is a faith-based ministry and open-ended program that works with men in addiction by providing safe housing and work opportunities. The Sober Truth Project aims to reshape how the world views addiction, mental health, people with suicidal thoughts, and the roles that faith, science, and trauma play in recovery to develop a more empathetic and loving society. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGeorge studied business management at Binghamton and Morresville State universities in New York and mental health and Christian life coaching with the American Association of Christian Counselors. A certified addiction specialist, he is an ordained pastor and pastoral care counselor with Cornerstone Mission Family Church. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGeorge lives in the inner city in Tampa, Florida, with his wife Julie and a community of brothers and sisters living out the gospel in a radical way. He has seen how the power of community can heal the trauma that causes addiction, mental health problems, and suicidal thoughts and is focused on mobilizing a generation of believers to go deeper into the Uncovery. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTo connect with George, visit www.georgeawood.live. \u003cbr\u003e* * * \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrit Eaton\u003c\/b\u003e is a content strategist, writer, speaker, discipler, and all-around pursuer of the kingdom of God. She helps corporate, nonprofit, and ministry leaders find the words to say to move people to action. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAn eager apostle and strong advocate for nontraditional recovery and women in ministry, Brit ministers in diverse, spirit-filled environments committed to unity in the body of Christ. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn addition to \u003ci\u003eThe Uncovery: Understanding the Power of Community to Heal Trauma\u003c\/i\u003e, inspired by and developed with George Wood, she co-authored \u003ci\u003eReckless Grace\u003c\/i\u003e, a book inspired by and developed with Bill Vanderbush. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBrit received a B.A. in Visual Communication from Mount Vernon Nazarene University, where she serves as an adjunct professor of business and marketing. She received her M.S. in marketing and communication, \u003ci\u003esumma cum laude\u003c\/i\u003e, from Franklin University. She also served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBrit lives in a log home on ten wooded acres in Mount Vernon, Ohio, with her husband Mike and daughter Bella. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTo connect with Brit, visit www.briteaton.com.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 8.4 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 26, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51783744553248,"sku":"9781641238533","price":18.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/109049a9ee37b6a4cc9df24ddc131b57.webp?v=1780593602","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-uncovery-understanding-the-power-of-community-to-heal-trauma-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}