Podcast Episode
Ep 15. Turning the Page: Whats Next for GRACE
The Grace Awakening: Reckoning with Abuse in the Church·Godly Response to Abuse in a Christian Environment (GRACE)·1 January 2026·38 min

About this episode
Guest: Laura Thien
That's a wrap! In the final episode of Season 1, we speak with the new GRACE Executive Director, Laura Thien, about her journey in abuse and trauma work and what she sees coming for GRACE in 2026. Plus, Robert, Zane, Hannah, and Laura talk about the tension of holding hope and accountability for the Church, resilience in the face of trauma, and the limited edition Selena Gomez Oreos.
Resources Mentioned:
GRACE Live Conversation on Lament
The Safe Church Training Center: netgrace.org/training-center
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Disclaimer: All opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and may not represent the views of GRACE as an organization. Similarly, the presence of a guest on the podcast does not constitute an endorsement of them, their work, or any organization they represent. This podcast is also not a forum for GRACE to discuss past, present, or future investigations or engagements but rather to draw out broader themes, principles, and research around abuse in faith contexts.