One Family Under God: A Theological Perspective on Immigration for Christian Social Workers

05/15/15 • -1 min

Listen to this full length broadcast of of Stephanie Spandl talking about "One Family Under God: A Theological Perspective on Immigration for Christian Social Workers" originally recorded on September 30, 2013.
Podcast Summary: Immigration policy is a complex matter that deeply and personally affects families and communities and requires both justice and compassion. This podcast explores the international, political and social context of immigration today, scriptural and theological foundations to guide our response, and current policies and practices that invite response.
The full audio was originally published as the May, 2015 Podcast of the Month. Join NACSW today to gain access to this and other great resources.

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Spirituality, Child Trauma and Expressive Arts

Listen to this sample broadcast by Dr. Michael Phelps talking about "Spirituality, Child Trauma, and Expressive Arts" originally recorded on October 27th, 2012.
Podcast Summary: This session focuses on the relationship between expressive arts and spirituality when working with children that have been traumatized. The presenter's experiences with children at a large homeless shelter and an orphanage in Mexico will be highlighted. The more we learn about the connection between the arts and spirituality, the better we can help children heal by encouraging them to access the strength that comes from their faith.
The sample audio was originally published as NACSW's April, 2015 Podcast of the Month. Join NACSW today to gain access to this full podcast, as well as other great resources for integrating Christian faith and social work practice.

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Switch to the Fearless Mode

Listen to this sample broadcast by Judith Gonzalez, PhD entitled "Switch to the Fearless Mode" originally recorded on October 28th, 2012.
Podcast Summary: The purpose of Esther's life in the Bible was to demonstrate to Jews living in exile that it was possible to achieve success in the country of one's exile without giving up one's identity as a woman and a Jew. Esther saves her people, brings about the downfall of their enemy, and elevates her kinsman to the highest position in the kingdom. How do we apply these concepts to our life and work?
The sample audio was originally published as NACSW's June, 2015 Podcast of the Month. Join NACSW today to gain access to this full podcast, as well as other great resources for integrating Christian faith and social work practice.