Partnering with Churches to Support Kids Through Trauma-Informed Care

Project 1.27’s Church and Community Engagement Team recently partnered with Thrivent to host a Trauma-Informed Training Preview Breakfast at Wellspring Church in Englewood. This event gave pastors and ministry leaders a glimpse into our full training and offered practical ideas for making their time with children more meaningful.

Every Sunday, in every church, children arrive carrying stories we cannot always see.

Some are well-known and deeply connected.
Some are stepping into a new foster home.
Some visit only occasionally.
Others come for VBS or summer camp for just a week.

But each child walks in with a need we all recognize at our core:
to be seen, to be known, and to feel safe.

At Project 1.27, we understand that some kids need encouragement and understanding in different ways to help them thrive, even in places meant for joy and belonging, like church.

We would love to partner with you as you welcome kids from all places by offering you our free Trauma-Informed Training:
We offer a free, two-hour on-site training for your church volunteers. The session includes background on how trauma affects behavior, plus a Toolbox of approaches to support connection and calm in the classroom. It’s biblically grounded and highlights the truth that every child is an image bearer of God. This training is perfect for VBS volunteers, Sunday school teachers, or youth leaders.

VBS & Youth Service Projects
Are you looking for a meaningful way to engage your kids and students? We can help you design a service project that directly blesses vulnerable children and families in your community.

If you’re interested in learning more about Project 1.27 or exploring how we can partner together, we would truly love to connect with you.

Because when the Church leans in with understanding and compassion, it matters to families.
Kids Need Families and Families Need You!

​By Kym Schnittker, Church Engagement and Events