Sexual abuse

The #MeToo and #ChurchToo movements have underscored the tragedy of sexual harassment and abuse in relationships, in the workplace, and sadly in churches and Christian ministries. Cover-ups and victim-blaming in the church are too common and raise questions both of where is God in this, and where ought his people be. Bill Nelson, in the second of two articles will look at Obadiah, the role enablers play in the perpetuation of abuse, and how allies may speak up and act restoratively. Content Warning: Emotional and … [Read more...] about SURVIVOR ALLYSHIP (PT. 2): IT TAKES A VILLAGE

The #MeToo and #ChurchToo movements have underscored the tragedy of sexual harassment and abuse in relationships, in the workplace, and sadly in churches and Christian ministries. Cover-ups and victim-blaming in the church are too common and raise questions both of where is God in this, and where ought his people be. Bill Nelson, in two articles will look at Lamentations and Obadiah, demonstrating God's care for survivors of abuse and our call to come alongside as allies. [Content warning: sexual assault] In early … [Read more...] about SURVIVOR ALLYSHIP (PT. 1): LAMENTING ABUSE