Resurrecting Wounds

Resurrecting Wounds is a theological work by Dr. Shelly Rambo exploring how trauma continues to mark human and Christian life. Drawing from Scripture, theology, trauma studies, and community voices, Rambo envisions resurrection as remembering wounds rather than erasing suffering. Her work challenges readers to consider resurrection as ongoing, not a triumph that forgets pain.

The book engages biblical witness and the lived stories of veterans, survivors, and marginalized groups who endure ongoing trauma. Instead of presenting resurrection as triumph, Rambo asks what it means to carry scars forward as part of redemption. She calls churches and theologians to face trauma honestly and to cultivate communities of care and resilience.

The Resurrecting Wounds symposium on Syndicate Network gathers scholars, pastors, and practitioners to respond to Rambo’s theological vision. These reflections situate the book within larger conversations on justice, healing, and pastoral practice across diverse contexts. Contributors highlight how Rambo’s work influences interpretation of Scripture, theological thought, ministry approaches, and collective healing practices.

By examining wounds alongside resurrection, Rambo opens a theological space where brokenness and hope remain intertwined. The symposium invites readers to confront trauma while discovering new pathways for faith, resilience, and communal solidarity. Read the full symposium at Syndicate Network: Resurrecting Wounds Symposium