Weave & Cleave
Creating communities of belonging
Scars to STARs Summit
The Faithful City will be
participating as a sponsor
& exhibitor at the 3rd Annual
Friday, May 22, 2026
all-day virtual summit
Free to register!
The Faithful City is participating in the STARs Day (Friday, May 22, all-day-virtual, STAR Network, as a sponsor and exhibitor. This is a premier gathering of trauma-informed innovators, advocates, and service providers dedicated to healing, empowerment, and transformation. It is a national and global movement dedicated to healing trauma and celebrating the strength of the human spirit. Whether you are navigating the aftermath of narcissistic abuse and attachment disorders, supporting a loved one, or working as a mental health professional, this is your safe space to find community and long-term support. You will discover the inspiration, trauma-informed resources, and connections needed to reclaim your narrative. Please join us!Weave & Cleave Community Gathering
Saturday, June 6, 8 AM - 1 PM
Ascend Church, Tempe, AZ
Free to register! Lunch included!
Come hang out in person with fellow resilient Christ followers at the Weave and Cleave Community Gathering, which consists of ACEs Basic Training, Trauma-Informed Worship, Guest Speakers (Dr. Scott Bennion, Kevin Parker), and group discussion, followed by the fellowship luncheon.The Success of the Movement!
This video premiered at April's Third Annual Weave and Cleave Conference! Our movement's success is a testament to over 50 statewide leaders, 75 faith-based organizations, 150 trainings, and annual conferences drawing 300+ participants and 50+ experts. We also exemplify strong collaboration with the Maricopa County Department of Public Health and the Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith, and Family, creating communities of belonging anchored in unconditional love, trauma-informed care, and cultural transformation.
Listen to our latest podcast!
Ben and Sarah met at as ASU students at a prayer gathering thirty-five years ago. They were just friends at the time, but God had other plans. Through their time together in prayer and faithfulness, God was growing their resilience, their desire to bring people together, and their trust in His timing.
Today, Ben and Sarah are Directors of the Campus Christian Center (C3), next to Arizona State University, which is now home to more than 20 Christian ministries and hundreds of weekly student visitors. Additionally, Ben is the Executive Director of the Arizona Center for Christian Studies (AzCCS), which seeks to engage ASU students and faculty with a Christian academic presence and perspective.
Over the decades, Ben and Sarah have seen many prayers answered. They've ministered to countless students, professors, and leaders. They've also experienced challenges. Through it all, they've been reminded of God's good timing and purposes. He's been trustworthy before. He is trustworthy now. They are trusting Him into the future.
This episode will energize your faith and your hope. Give it a listen and be encouraged.
To learn more about C3 or Arizona Center for Christian Studies: www.c3tempe.org or www.azccs.net
Social Media: @c3tempe
To connect with Ben and Sarah: info@c3tempe.org
TFC
In this video, you’ll learn more about the Creating Communities of Belonging Project.
We had an amazing
2025 Conference!
The Faithful City has renewed its trauma-informed care movement with a new phrase “Weave and Cleave,” creating communities of trauma-transformed co-journeyers, that allow us to overcome the effects of trauma and live resilient lives of hope, love and service to others.
REGULATE, RELATE & REASON
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REALIZE, RECOGNIZE, RESPOND & RESIST
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CHALLENGES, CONCERNS & CELEBRATIONS
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WEAVE AND CLEAVE AS BELOVED
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CONNECTION BEFORE CORRECTION
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VENTILATION & VALIDATION
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REGULATE, RELATE & REASON 〰️ REALIZE, RECOGNIZE, RESPOND & RESIST 〰️ CHALLENGES, CONCERNS & CELEBRATIONS 〰️ WEAVE AND CLEAVE AS BELOVED 〰️ CONNECTION BEFORE CORRECTION 〰️ VENTILATION & VALIDATION 〰️
Collaborating with the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, TFC launches the “Creating Communities of Belonging” project to support faith communities in building safe spaces and relationships where people experience being connected before being corrected, share struggles in the context of compassionate relationships, and raise hope and resilience for the future journey together.
Give to TFC
We are grateful for your generosity, it makes an impact. TFC is a 501(c)3 charitable, non-profit organization so your gifts are tax-deductible.
Contact us.
The Faithful City
P.O. Box 7607
Tempe, AZ 85281
Rev. Dr. Sanghoon Yoo MSW
thefaithfulcity@gmail.com
thefaithfulcity.org
(480) 703 - 6993
Rev. Dr. Sanghoon Yoo
Our founder
Rev. Dr. Sanghoon Yoo, MSW, is the founder of The Faithful City, the Arizona Trauma Informed Faith Coalition, and the “Weave and Cleave” Movement. He serves as a Visiting Assistant Professor and Field Education Director in the Department of Social Work at Huntington University.
