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Show Notes for LYNC RADIO Episode 13
Title: Healing in the Midst of Ukraine's War, Rebuilding Faith in Uzbekistan, and Advanced Religious Literacy Training in Kazakhstan
Host: Jessica Eturralde
Duration: 22 minutes
[00:00] Opening Segment
- Introduction to today’s topics: trauma therapy in Ukraine, rebuilding efforts in Uzbekistan, and groundbreaking training in Kazakhstan.
- Quick promo for the LYNC Interview video program.
- Related Link: LYNC INTERVIEW on YouTube > https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNjAjrFqPorH1gd1iYJkRdOXHOkgTYiOD
[02:18] Healing in the Midst of War: Trauma Therapy in Ukraine
- Overview of the Caring for Ukraine's Children through Trauma Healing, Hope, and Critical Care initiative.
- Key Metrics:
- 449 children and 81 adults reached across Ukraine and Germany.
- 39 group sessions conducted by 21 therapy teams in 16 cities.
- Stories of resilience:
- Matviy in Lviv overcame isolation to discover hope.
- Maksym in Zhmerinka found peace using “Safe Place” techniques.
- Sofia in Borodianka processed her trauma through art therapy.
- Recognition of Ukrainian partners, Krasy Maibutne, and their critical role.
- Read Full Report: https://lyncommunity.org/report/caring-for-ukraines-children-through-trauma-healing-hope-and-critical-care/
[09:22] Rebuilding Faith in Uzbekistan
- Spotlight on the Baptist community in Bukhara and their ongoing struggle to rebuild their church.
- Challenges faced:
- Legal and administrative barriers.
- Current alternative worship space requires significant renovations.
- Call to action:
- Goal: Raise $50,000 for renovations.
- Donate Now: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Bukharachurch
[14:00] Advanced Religious Literacy Training in Kazakhstan
- Recap of the Cross-Cultural Religious Literacy Training held in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
- Highlights:
- Participation of 15 provincial heads of religious affairs.
- Hosted in collaboration with Caspian University and Straus Center for Dispute Resolution.
- Interactive sessions led by Dr. Chris Seiple, Dr. Attila Miklovits, and Dr. Sukhsimranjit Singh.
- Key moments:
- Roundtable discussions with Kazakhstani religious leaders representing Islam, Buddhism, and Christianity.
- Government officials’ heartfelt toasts reflecting on their learnings.
- Closing remarks from LYNC CEO Wade Kusack on the transformative nature of the program.
- Related Link: More on Cross-Cultural Religious Literacy: https://lyncommunity.org/our-work/
[21:00] Final Reflections and Closing Remarks
- Gratitude to the global LYNC community for their support throughout 2024.
- Teaser for the upcoming report on Kazakhstan's multi-faith engagement efforts.
- End with a moving excerpt of a Ukrainian Christmas carol
Key Links from the Episode
- Full Ukraine Trauma Therapy Report: Read Here: https://lyncommunity.org/report/caring-for-ukraines-children-through-trauma-healing-hope-and-critical-care/
- Support Bukhara Church Rebuilding: Donate Now: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Bukharachurch
- Watch LYNC INTERVIEW: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNjAjrFqPorH1gd1iYJkRdOXHOkgTYiOD
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