For First Responders
Resources for First Responders
Training Disaster Responders in Spiritual First Aid is a 12-part video series for first responders and others who provide care to survivors of disasters. It will equip you to serve people in crisis using the booklet Beyond Disaster: A Survivor’s Guide for Spiritual First Aid. If you are a responder or caregiver, these videos offer (1) an overview of the Beyond Disaster material; (2) opportunities to experience some of the material personally; (3) practical tips for using Beyond Disaster with individuals and groups; and (4) tools to take care of yourself and avoid burnout as you help others.
Training Disaster Responders in Spiritual First Aid (Facilitator Guide)
This facilitator guide equips you to train disaster responders in spiritual first aid. Designed for a half-day session, it prepares responders for both pre-disaster planning and post-disaster support. The program aligns with the "Beyond Disaster: A Survivor's Guide for Spiritual First Aid" booklet.
“Beyond Disaster: A Survivor’s Guide for Spiritual First Aid is a simple yet profound tool to care for those who have experienced trauma or equip those who will respond. A strong reliance on Scripture and practical approach takes an individual, family, or team through the emotions they are experiencing and the questions they may be asking in a way that is relatable and applicable to a variety of situations. This book has obviously been put together by people with real-life experience and a passion for holistic care.”
— Nate Killoren, Director of Crisis Response, SIM
7-Day Reading Plan
A 7-Day Reading Plan based on Beyond Disaster is now available in English on YouVersion, the Bible App, and on Bible.com. Click here or search “Beyond Disaster” in the app.
