Na Kahu

E Hui Mai Kakou
Kahu and Layperson Training

Hosted by the Association of Hawaiian Evangelical Churches Committee on Ministry

Let us gather to worship and work as colleagues and friends. Featuring guest speaker Rev. Jermine Alberty will conduct a two-day training designed for pastors, church leaders and ministry workers to explore how faith communities can respond to trauma with compassion, wisdom, and hope.

When: Friday, October 17, 2025  6:00 - 9:00 P.M.
                 Saturday, October 18, 2025 9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Where: Kalapana Mauna Kea First Hawaiian Congregational Church
                   14-3502 Kahoolawe Road
                   Pahoa, Hawaiʻi 96778

Cost:   $45.00, including light refreshments, meals, and materials 

Pastoral Care Training - “How to Design Healing-Centered Ministries”

Rev. Jermine D. Alberty is a nationally recognized Mental Health First Aid National Trainer, author, and speaker with over 25 years of experience helping faith leaders integrate trauma-informed care into their ministries. He is the founder of the SALT Initiative, which equips communities to heal through Service, Affirmation, Love, and Transformation.

Training Objectives:

• Explore the Theological Basis of Trauma-Informed Care in Ministry
• Understand trauma’s impact on the mind, body, spirit, and relationships
• Apply the SALT model to Pastoral Care and Community Ministry
• Recognize signs of compassion fatigue and promote self-care
• Empower leaders to transform their ministry spaces into places of healing and safety

For additional information contact  Kahu Michael Warren at (808) 896-5797. 

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Extended Registration Deadline:  

Monday, October 13, 2025 by 4:00 P. M.