The story of the bleeding woman is not just about healing—it’s a powerful narrative of agency, mutuality, power reversal, and support, with Jesus affirming her as the expert of her own journey.

Healing and growth requires a lot of us. We have to push past the surface and be willing to go to the most painful places. And we bring our community there with us.

Many of us have experienced what is called spiritual or religious trauma. What can we do about it?

We’ve always valued consistent attendance—but is that value working against the healing work of freedom?