Beyond Disaster is a guide for spiritual first aid for people who have survived natural or human-caused disasters. It can be distributed any time following a disaster but is most beneficial once the initial shock has passed. The booklet offers (1) strategies to help people cope in the short term, (2) guidance on what to expect during the process of recovery, and (3) resources to begin a journey toward emotional and spiritual healing. Based on the globally proven model of the Trauma Healing Institute, this booklet integrates best practices in mental health into a biblical framework.

(72 pages, 4.38 x 6.38 inches, also available in sets of 24)

The “Beyond Disaster” postcard offers basic support for survivors immediately after a disaster. Designed for those who may still be in shock, the front of the card has an image by Makoto Fujimura and a verse from Isaiah 43. The back of the card lists typical physical and emotional reactions to trauma and short-term coping strategies. (4x6 inches)

Available in English and Spanish in sets of 50; one set is included with an order of 24 Beyond Disaster booklets

Downloads available in English, Spanish, French, German, Ukrainian, and more.

Beyond Disaster: A Survivor's Guide for Spiritual FIrst Aid

Economy format, A5 size. Full content with fewer graphics and fewer pages.

You can print this document from Adobe Acrobat if you choose the "booklet" option when printing.

Guidance for using the Beyond Disaster booklet with small groups, which is a recommended way of encountering the material. This 9-page document includes background information, ideas for leading a group, and tips on facilitating discussion on the booklet. No professional training is required. This resource offers additional support to leaders who may feel unprepared to address the effects of trauma.

UNSTUCK helps teens cope during times of uncertainty, especially after a disaster. The materials are written for teens to go through on their own and at their own pace. Teens will also benefit by working through the resource with an adult leader, either one-on-one or in small groups over four weeks. Part of the Beyond Disaster suite of resources, this material can be used on its own or paired with material for adults and children. It draws from the Trauma Healing Institute curriculum for teens. PDF, 60 pages. NEW: An edition for use with refugees is now available in English, Ukrainian, and Russian.

This is a Bible-based resource to help parents and children cope in times of uncertainty, especially after a disaster. It is informed by best practices in mental health as well as two decades of experience using trauma healing materials worldwide with Christian churches from every tradition. God Is With Me is designed for families with children ages 8–12 but can be adapted for other ages. It may be used on its own or paired with the Beyond Disaster booklet. PDF, 56 pages. New: an edition adapted for refugees is now available in English, Ukrainian, and Russian.

A lesson for small groups to help you begin to heal from the spiritual and emotional effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This lesson can be used two ways. If you do it as a standalone lesson, you can continue on with the booklet Beyond Disaster: A Survivor’s Guide for Spiritual First Aid to go further in the healing process. You can also use this lesson with a group that is going through Healing the Wounds of Trauma: How the Church Can Help, the classic curriculum from the Trauma Healing Institute.

This lesson offers parents a resource to use with children ages 8–12 during the COVID-19 pandemic. This six-part resource will help you help your children to feel safe during this time of uncertainty and change. It offers biblical and practical resources and age-appropriate activities for addressing our feelings and finding ways to express them appropriately. Developed by the children’s team at the Trauma Healing Institute. PDF, 38 pages.

Are you caring for others during this COVID-19 crisis? This lesson from the Trauma Healing Institute can help you care for yourself so that you can thrive even as you pour out your life for others. Designed for use either on your own or with small groups. Includes wisdom from the Bible, a stress test, reflection questions, and practical exercises. 

Beyond Trauma: A Catholic Guide for Spiritual First Aid, is a booklet for use by Roman Catholic parishes and dioceses as they serve people with trauma.

An adaptation of Beyond Disaster, it includes additional resources and recommendations from the Catholic spiritual tradition.

The cover letter for the Beyond Disaster Toolkit provides a helpful overview of the Beyond Disaster suite of materials and how to use them.