Abuse in the Church: Healing the Body of Christ
f you have been abused or you know someone who has, if you are in any way connected to this most heinous crime, if you want a roadmap to navigate your way back to sound emotional and spiritual health, if you want to understand the complexities of abusive situations, if you want guidance from an inspired Christian writer, then you should read this book. It is ideal both for the individual and for group participants. � Ken Hills, Retired Teacher and Clergy Abuse Survivor

This book is written with solid knowledge of scripture, deep spirituality, and a heartfelt reflection on the author�s life experience. I feel this work will be helpful, comforting, and energizing to many. � The Rev. Canon Allan Budzin, Anglican Diocese of Toronto

Written by a survivor of clergy abuse, this book provides biblical principles and practical tips for responding to various forms of abuse in the Church for:

Survivors of abuse

Church and business leaders responsible for abuse / harassment policies and procedures

Supporters of abused persons: Pastors, lawyers, therapists, friends, family members, lay members of church communities � all those who want to provide spiritual or emotional support to survivors


Also included � interviews with these other voices of healing from three countries and two continents, comprised of victim advocates, health care providers, and church leaders:

Bill Casey

Sr. Nuala Kenny, M.D.

Marion Kelly

Virginia Saldanha

Rev. Paul Scuse

Fr. Thomas M. Rosica, CSB
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Abuse in the Church: Healing the Body of Christ
f you have been abused or you know someone who has, if you are in any way connected to this most heinous crime, if you want a roadmap to navigate your way back to sound emotional and spiritual health, if you want to understand the complexities of abusive situations, if you want guidance from an inspired Christian writer, then you should read this book. It is ideal both for the individual and for group participants. � Ken Hills, Retired Teacher and Clergy Abuse Survivor

This book is written with solid knowledge of scripture, deep spirituality, and a heartfelt reflection on the author�s life experience. I feel this work will be helpful, comforting, and energizing to many. � The Rev. Canon Allan Budzin, Anglican Diocese of Toronto

Written by a survivor of clergy abuse, this book provides biblical principles and practical tips for responding to various forms of abuse in the Church for:

Survivors of abuse

Church and business leaders responsible for abuse / harassment policies and procedures

Supporters of abused persons: Pastors, lawyers, therapists, friends, family members, lay members of church communities � all those who want to provide spiritual or emotional support to survivors


Also included � interviews with these other voices of healing from three countries and two continents, comprised of victim advocates, health care providers, and church leaders:

Bill Casey

Sr. Nuala Kenny, M.D.

Marion Kelly

Virginia Saldanha

Rev. Paul Scuse

Fr. Thomas M. Rosica, CSB
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Abuse in the Church: Healing the Body of Christ

Abuse in the Church: Healing the Body of Christ

by Lea Karen Kivi
Abuse in the Church: Healing the Body of Christ

Abuse in the Church: Healing the Body of Christ

by Lea Karen Kivi

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f you have been abused or you know someone who has, if you are in any way connected to this most heinous crime, if you want a roadmap to navigate your way back to sound emotional and spiritual health, if you want to understand the complexities of abusive situations, if you want guidance from an inspired Christian writer, then you should read this book. It is ideal both for the individual and for group participants. � Ken Hills, Retired Teacher and Clergy Abuse Survivor

This book is written with solid knowledge of scripture, deep spirituality, and a heartfelt reflection on the author�s life experience. I feel this work will be helpful, comforting, and energizing to many. � The Rev. Canon Allan Budzin, Anglican Diocese of Toronto

Written by a survivor of clergy abuse, this book provides biblical principles and practical tips for responding to various forms of abuse in the Church for:

Survivors of abuse

Church and business leaders responsible for abuse / harassment policies and procedures

Supporters of abused persons: Pastors, lawyers, therapists, friends, family members, lay members of church communities � all those who want to provide spiritual or emotional support to survivors


Also included � interviews with these other voices of healing from three countries and two continents, comprised of victim advocates, health care providers, and church leaders:

Bill Casey

Sr. Nuala Kenny, M.D.

Marion Kelly

Virginia Saldanha

Rev. Paul Scuse

Fr. Thomas M. Rosica, CSB

Product Details

BN ID: 2940149339457
Publisher: Xulon Press
Publication date: 03/19/2014
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 270
File size: 986 KB

About the Author

Lea Karen Kivi, M.A. is the president of Angela�s Heart Communications Inc. in Toronto, Canada. As a survivor of clergy abuse, she has been engaged by religious communities to educate church leaders on professional boundaries in ministry, and to provide input for survivor-friendly clergy abuse policies and complaint handling procedures. She is also the author of the related book: A Survivor�s Journey through the Bible.
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