Posts Tagged ‘Abuse’
Around the Web–10/11/12
If you see something, say something Good comment on sexual abuse. Einstein’s ‘God Letter’ to Be Sold On Ebay Tragic and candid, an illustration of Romans 9-11, God has blinded the Jews (for the most part) The Bible for Bloggers Bryan Chappell with an excellent piece on Christian blogging. His words should convict the consciences…
Read MoreAround the Web–9/19/12
Schaap charged, signs plea agreement: Former Indiana pastor charged, signs federal plea deal in relationship with teen (HT: Sharper Iron) Middle East Tension: An Unserious President In Seriously Perilous Times Newsweek: Muslim Rage & The Last Gasp of Islamic Hate Der Spiegel gives extensive background information: Muslim Protests Show Limits of Free Speech Spiritual Life:…
Read More“Dad, We Need to Talk”
Originally published in the Jan/Feb 2012 edition of FrontLine. by A Concerned Pastor and Father Please note that gender usage in reference to the victim is neutral throughout the article. “Dad, we need to talk.” In our family we had many conversations that began the same way. This time, this conversation would change everything.…
Read MoreHow Could It Ever Be for My Good?
by Claudia Barba Originally published in the Jan/Feb 2012 edition of FrontLine. If you have been abused, you carry a heavy load. Lugging the past around is exhausting, but no matter what some say, you can’t simply drop it. In the daylight, names and pictures, places and faces remind you of what you’re desperately trying…
Read MoreInterview with Rachel Mitchell (Part 2)
Rachel Mitchell is the Sex Crimes Bureau Chief of the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office in Phoenix, Arizona. She has extensive knowledge of the field of child sexual abuse in general as well as its impact on religious organizations. On November 3, 2011, Ms. Mitchell gave a lengthy telephone interview with FrontLine magazine. Below are extensive…
Read MoreInterview with Rachel Mitchell (Part 1)
Rachel Mitchell is the Sex Crimes Bureau Chief of the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office in Phoenix, Arizona. She has extensive knowledge of the field of child sexual abuse in general as well as its impact on religious organizations. On November 3, 2011, Ms. Mitchell gave a lengthy telephone interview with FrontLine magazine. Below are extensive…
Read MoreBeauty for Ashes (Part 2)
Originally published in the Jan/Feb 2012 edition of FrontLine. Part 2 of 2. by Jim Berg From Part 1: Nothing weighs heavier on the heart of a pastor or Christian counselor than the news that a child has been sexually molested. The thought that one of “these little ones” should be offended by an adult…
Read MoreBeauty for Ashes (Part 1)
Originally published in the Jan/Feb 2012 edition of FrontLine. Part 1 of 2. by Jim Berg Nothing weighs heavier on the heart of a pastor or Christian counselor than the news that a child has been sexually molested. The thought that one of “these little ones” should be offended by an adult prompts a mixture…
Read MoreWhat We Are Learning (Part 3)
The following article is excerpted from the Jan/Feb 2012 issue of FrontLine. What We Are Learning David Shumate In Part 1, two common misconceptions of child abuse are discussed: Misconception 1: It can’t happen here. Misconception 2: Acts that do not involve actual intercourse are not “so-bad.” In Part 2, the following misconceptions are discussed:…
Read MoreWhat We Are Learning (Part 2)
The following article is excerpted from the Jan/Feb 2012 issue of FrontLine. What We Are Learning David Shumate In Part 1, two common misconceptions of child abuse are discussed: Misconception 1: It can’t happen here. Misconception 2: Acts that do not involve actual intercourse are not “so-bad.” Part 2 follows: ~~~ Misconception 3: Child sexual…
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